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This is a Filarmonica Doble Temple straight razor that was made in the city of Mataró, in the province of Barcelon Spain. It is a second generation Filarmonica. Second generation filly's were made from 1967 to 1979. It is in perfect like new condition. The blade size of this particular razor is 6/8 wide, is hollow ground and is made of carbon steel. On the tang front side is marked "Doble Temple" indicating the temper in this blade has been twice hardened. The tang is both top and bottom jimped for a better non-slip grip. The scales on this razor are black celluloid. This razor comes with its original box that is in slightly soiled, but otherwise perfect physical condition. This razor has been recently honed and stropped to provide a smooth, close, and comfortable shave, and it comes guaranteed shave ready.
Some Filarmonica history - The company started manufacturing straight razors in 1915 in the city of Mataró, province of Barcelona. They are considered to be one of the very best manufacturers of straight razors on the planet. About 1990 the company shut down all operations and closed their doors. Filarmonica started making razors again about 2015, under new management.
