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This razor is a George Wostenholm & Son, Peerless model straight razor that was made in Sheffield, England. The Wostenholm's razors were in business for a long time, from 1797 until 1991. The original business was started by George Wostenholm who operated in Sheffield, England from 1797 - 1823, the business was later operated under the name George Wostenholm and Son, Successors to George Wostenholm in 1823, and other later Wostenholm's who operated the razor and cutlery business until at least 1991. This is one of Wostenholm's Original Pipe Razors. Designated by the pipe emblem on the reverse of the tang. It is also a PEERLESS model and is so printed on the blade face. As for the condition of this particular razor, hone wear is non-existent and all the metal surface finishes in some cases are in better than new condition. This is because the tang, monkey tail and spine have been polished to a toaster like mirror finish, which the original razor was not. The blade is a full 5/8 wide, is made of carbon steel with a hollow grind. The scales are the original horn scales that are still in excellent condition. Recently honed and stropped to provide a smooth, close and comfortable shave this razor comes guaranteed shave ready.
