I see the ongoing "Straight Razor Acquisition Thread" but what about potential purchases? It seems to me that a running thread to incorporate purchasing advice could be handy. My apologies if this has been done before or belongs in a different area. I did look back through the last five pages and didn't see such a thread. I'd like to start with an antique store find that I'm eyeing and offer for anyone else to post here as well.
Without further delay, here is my find for your consideration, a Sheffield wedge or near-wedge:
I couldn't detect any waves/unevenness or pitting on the edge despite the uneven bevel. The edge looked straight according to eyeball and I did notice a small nick toward the heel. Profile is out of focus but I think it catches the gist:
Scales appeared to be bone but pinch in the middle:
So, do you think this razor is worth $17.50? Would you buy it?
Without further delay, here is my find for your consideration, a Sheffield wedge or near-wedge:
I couldn't detect any waves/unevenness or pitting on the edge despite the uneven bevel. The edge looked straight according to eyeball and I did notice a small nick toward the heel. Profile is out of focus but I think it catches the gist:
Scales appeared to be bone but pinch in the middle:
So, do you think this razor is worth $17.50? Would you buy it?
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