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06-21-2019, 05:19 AM #1
10/8 Near Wedge Joseph Rodgers & Sons Straight Razor with Barbers Notch
10/8 Near Wedge Joseph Rodgers & Sons Straight Razor with Barbers Notch
This razor is part of my recent acquisition found here.
10/8's Near Wedge Straight Razor with Barbers Notch made by Joseph Rodgers & Sons in Sheffield England.
The stamp on the tang reads, "Cutlers To Their Majesties". "Their" is referring to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha. Meaning this carbon steel razor was most likely made between the years of 1840 - 1901. Judging by the shape of the tail design I would guess that it was made closer to 1840.
There is a bit of visible rust around the pivot pin. It doesn't look active though. The razor has aged patina consistent with razors of this time period. Very little hone wear so overall the previous owner took great care of this razor. The pivot pin is solid but not tight. The razor won't stay open on its own and there is a fair amount of play going towards and away the heel edge if you pull on the razor ever so slightly.
The scales are SHOT but appear to be black horn wrapped with some kind of metal wire at the wedge pin. The 1840's style small brass hardware appears to be original. The tapered wedge is probably lead but I can't verify this?
Since I haven't sharpened a razor yet I can't comment on the edge or bevel but any other descriptors that I missed please let me know.
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Cheetah
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06-23-2019, 06:32 PM #2The First Cut is the Deepest!
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Scales are "damaged" not shot. An easy restoration for a number of the guys here. perfect original is always nice, but not always required. =)
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06-23-2019, 07:14 PM #3
Cool man. Thank you for the correction.
Originally Posted by Magpie
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06-23-2019, 08:11 PM #4Senior Member
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That is a beast. Nice score.
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06-23-2019, 10:17 PM #5www.edge-dynamics.com
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Ridiculous ... what a beast
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06-24-2019, 07:30 PM #6Senior Member
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Very nice. If it were mine i might clean up the rust, tighten it and leave the repair as is. Kind of gives it character i think. JMHO
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07-22-2019, 02:54 PM #7Senior Member
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Fantastic blade! Beel lookin’ out for a large Rodgers, but they always tend to be wedgy.
Great score. May she serve you well.
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