Thread: My Old Johnson

Here is the oldest razor I have. It is a Johnson but without the typical hammer and stars.

Very nice. What year/s do you think it was made?

man, i was worried for a minute from the title...

but seriously, isn't it amazing that a razor could be made to survive so long and still be functional and elegant?

Not too sure I'd want anyone to see my old "johnson".

Bob

Now dang it Bob !!
If I can step away from the temptation,, you could have,,,,

That razor would be a privilege to shave with,,,

My guess is that it is from the very early 1800's.

and I apologize for starting down that path.

I have been converted from a new, shiny razor fan to a vintage fan...sheffield so far....and the ones i have just have a different feel on the face than even some of my favorite new ones. I wonder sometimes if there's a scientific explanation (like perhaps weight), or if it is just the mystique of using a finely crafted implement.

Originally Posted by Hirlau

Now dang it Bob !!
If I can step away from the temptation,, you could have,,,,

Originally Posted by Haroldg48

and I apologize for starting down that path.

I have been converted from a new, shiny razor fan to a vintage fan...sheffield so far....and the ones i have just have a different feel on the face than even some of my favorite new ones. I wonder sometimes if there's a scientific explanation (like perhaps weight), or if it is just the mystique of using a finely crafted implement.

I have accumulated quite a few older Sheffields. I have no idea why they feel so nice to shave with. At 8K they are pretty darn nice, give them a coticule edge and they are so nice. I think everyone should have one in their rotation.

It's bringing back & using a piece of history,,,, that's the allure for me.