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    Called a "fuller" and was present on many razors through the early 20th century. I have seen Torrey and W&B with that grind.
    Thanks to Bill here is the patent
    The operator's seat is shown in the views to show attitude of the stock feeding into the two grinding wheels that are horizontal.
    Grinding-machine
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    Similar to the American designation "double hollow" as patented by George Korn -- but not until 1895. Assuming that it lays on the hone right, that should be terrific shaver, shave with it in good health.
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