GEORGE. WOSTENHOLM & SON'S - I-XL- SHEFFIELD - 5/8 - 3/4 HOLLOW
This is a an extremely gorgeous looking vintage razor in immaculate condition.
The custom made scales are made of Burgundy paper micarta and bloody basin jasper recon stone tapered wedge..
The blade is very shiny, clean with no rust, cracks, chips, stains or disturbing stains.
Blade has been cleaned and polished.
The blade measures 5/8 - spike point. (can be muted at buyer's request)
Grind: 3/4 Hollow - nice subtle smiling edge.
Total weight: 1.5 oz
Total cutting edge: 2.60 inches
Wedge: Blloody basin jasper recon stone
Hardware: Brass and Silver nickel pins and washers
Blade centers and closes nicely.
On the front shank it says: George Wostenholm & Sons I-XL Sheffield England
George Wostenholm & Son's: Rockingham Works Sheffield 1694 - Washington Works after 1867.
This company manufactured "Bowie type knifes amongst other kinds of cutlery and goods in other metals.
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