Ran across three razors today. I was in a hurry and couldn't negotiate as I didn't have any cash on me.
These razors were possibly military. The handles resemble Federal Razor Blade Company (of NY) in handle style, and two have Bakelite parts. The fact that they are military is proffered by the owner. But only one seems military as the two others seem quite civilian and decorative. Can you help me develop a "maybe they are" from the following descriptions?
These razors don't feel substantial; they are lightweight, like military issue (or PX). They are quite unique looking.
Any help on the above?
These razors were possibly military. The handles resemble Federal Razor Blade Company (of NY) in handle style, and two have Bakelite parts. The fact that they are military is proffered by the owner. But only one seems military as the two others seem quite civilian and decorative. Can you help me develop a "maybe they are" from the following descriptions?
- One is three piece, all tarnished brass, very lightweight brass handle that seems hollow and is hexagonal/octagonal in shape, tapering down from base to the head (75mm?). It is stamped with "Pat Pending" and "Made in USA" on the head. The head is open comb with short, small teeth, similar to an old type. It is quite compact. It looks like a Simplex, only all brass.
- Another is three piece. It has a possible Bakelite faux ivory handle with a similar hex/octa shape tapering to the head, but much thinner. The head is all tarnished brass and open comb, and similar to the above.
- The last is three piece and all Bakelite. It has the hex/octa handle, but similar in size to #1 above. It resembles the true Federal Simplex as well, but is blue, not black.
These razors don't feel substantial; they are lightweight, like military issue (or PX). They are quite unique looking.
Any help on the above?
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