Will be seeing this off for restore soon. Just thought I'd put a before shot up first since I always seem to forget.
Any idea on the age?
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Will be seeing this off for restore soon. Just thought I'd put a before shot up first since I always seem to forget.
Any idea on the age?
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That is going to be a great blade, cant estimate its age.
Probably pre 1892. Is there anything stamped on the other side of the tang?
That is a great looking razor just as it is!
My rough guess as to age would be that it was made in the 1870s
Nope, other side is blank.Quote:
Originally Posted by skipnord
What you talking about it looks great to me
I'm thinking of just having it honed up and leave it as it.
The scales look to be horn and have a slight crack at the pin on one of the scales. I'd rather keep them. not sure if they can be sured up some how.
I'm sure epoxy will work on the scales but I'm not sure and the age of that razor is between 1817 to 1850 but I could be wrong
I agree. This one would be great with just a respectful cleanup. Good luck saving the scales. This is a real treasure, IMHO.Quote:
Originally Posted by ZeroCool
I have an unmarked Shef with those same washers. I was going to rescale it (scales are worse than yours) but I have reconsidered and will leave it alone. I think the unmolested ones look better.
I have a razor just like it. Great shaver. You should find that there is a mosaic under all that patina. I did when cleaning mine , it didnt survive :(
I'd say 1830s-40s based on blade shape. Greaves opened the Sheaf Works in 1826 but I'm not sure when they stopped stamping only "Greaves and Sons". With that mark it's definitely before 1850.
Great looking razor for a hone and shave! looks like it will make a damn fine shaver!!
This kind of large blade, with these noses were in favour in the 1840's, a really nice item !
Thanks guys! I'm really happy to hear its Pre 1850's at least.
After a closer look to the minor crack in the scales, it's not at the pin but just above it.
I think I may just have her honed up and leave as is. :)
I tried looking for an outline but didn't notice anything :(Quote:
Originally Posted by TrilliumLT
