Okay, all of us vintage addicts are in constant search mode for that elusive Darwin. But other British razor makers were alive and kicking back in the day, just think of James Neill & Co and the wonderful Eclipse Red Ring.
And tonight I happened upon another one, that I did not know anything about: the very interesting and stunning art deco style Shavex Zee-Kol Heavy Handle.
As I now understand, it was retailed by the Shavex Zee-Kol Company of 49 Blenheim Road, Upper Holloway, London. Registered in 1910, patented in about 1915 and made up until the early 1940s. The pictured specimen apparently is a very early model. It is solid brass, has a silver handle and chromed head, 62 grams with 38 of these in the handle. 79 mm assembled.
Anyone outthere know anything more about this amazing looker? I have found a little bit of info in here and elsewhere online, but I would really like to know more. Thanks.
And tonight I happened upon another one, that I did not know anything about: the very interesting and stunning art deco style Shavex Zee-Kol Heavy Handle.
As I now understand, it was retailed by the Shavex Zee-Kol Company of 49 Blenheim Road, Upper Holloway, London. Registered in 1910, patented in about 1915 and made up until the early 1940s. The pictured specimen apparently is a very early model. It is solid brass, has a silver handle and chromed head, 62 grams with 38 of these in the handle. 79 mm assembled.
Anyone outthere know anything more about this amazing looker? I have found a little bit of info in here and elsewhere online, but I would really like to know more. Thanks.
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