Hello all. I am glad to have found this forum.

I have been a fan of antique razors since I was a child (all of my uncles, father, & grandfather had them). I have now made my first pruchase at a local flea market. I only spent $5 so no matter what I am happy with my purchase.

I am having some trouble learning more about this razor - I was hoping some resident experts could drop some knowledge on me. Also I am very much looking for the best information and techniques to restore and clean my finds (seller has a dozen more for $5 each, I am planning on picking them up Saturday).

Here are some pictures - I think the scales may be a plastic, but I am unsure. Stamp on handle says BEST SILVER STEEL SOLIGEN - GERMANY

The details of the man is a Blacksmith swinging down on an anvil




Darkened the image so that the print can be seen better




Backside of the razor