A teeny tiny blade, for Barbers Use (W&B)
Good morning everyone!
Yesterday, while I was taking my occasional tour on eBay, convinced that I was out of reach from any irrepressible "need" to buy a new razor, I fond myself face to face with that raw piece of cutlery :
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I hesitated some forever lasting minutes, trying to find any flaws on the blade, or even a crack on the scales that would require to replace them - nothing. I don't really need another razor, not at all actually; and though my love for fine craftsmanship in all its shapes is always there, by my ear, telling me to widen my modest collection - I especially didn't want to spend on another Sheffield wedge.
Anyways, I haven't pleased myself for long enough now. And the kamisori which I was longing to get as the new addition to my den, will still be made for long years (unless some tragic happening).
So, I click "commit to buy" and wipe it off the bay. Half nervous, half crazy happy I spend he night. But the thing is : I don't know anything on that unusual razor! I like that it looks so brutal, in its shape (spiky barber's notch, fat ancient-looking tang), in its state (old horn and nice pretty uniform patina) but also its stamp (minimalist and clearly states all you want to hear).
So here's my question, messieurs : have you ever seen a such oddity? Do you have any clue on which period/production it comes from?
The history of razor makers is captivating, and I've started to educate a little bit on that. Still, it's such a wide subject, I'm nothing but a newbie. I'd really appreciate if the most knowledgable of you could help me with that one.
Thank you so much,
Benjamin
P.S. : more photos :
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