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Straight Razors and leather case
Overview
A straight razor is a razor with a blade that can fold into its handle. They are also called open razors and cut-throat razors.
2 cut throat razor with plastic or bakelite handles. Blade folds back into handle to protect it. These razors were sharpened with a leather strop.
Details
Details
Registration number
cwa-org-124-2022.241
Inscriptions and markings
1. On hilt of blade; Made in Germany 304. On blade; Hamburg Ring, Extra Hollow Ground.
2. On hilt of blade; Best Silver Steel
