Monkey Tails. Show and Tell.

Discussion in 'Straight Razors' started by DaltonGang, Apr 20, 2017.

  1. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    I've always been curious about the oddball razors, and liked the looks of the Stubtails, and Monkey Tail razors. I know little about them, other than they look "Cool", and don't appear to have been produced for long.
    I bought one recently $10, and hopefully it will clean up well. All looks fairly intact.
    Any info on these razors would be nice. please post whatever Monkey Tail Razors you have, and what you know about them.

    Bengall Monkey Tail
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  2. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    Nothing on Monkey Tails???

    Well anyway, It arrived in the mail today, and it was in better shape than expected. The blade was a little discolored, but, no noticeable pitting. The scales were in very good shape, and with a little light sanding, and a little wax, they should be shining nicely.
    Here are the pre-restoration photos.

    Bengall Monkey Tail
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  3. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    Nobody else have one?
    I guess there's no Monkey Tail Love, around here. :(
     
  4. Spyder

    Spyder Well-Known Member

    I saw these recently on Evil bay and though to myself: "self, who the hell would want one of these?" Now I have the answer to my question:D
    Just kidding Scott, just be careful you don't lose an eye while shaving with it :happy102:
     
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  5. dangermouse

    dangermouse Well-Known Member

    I've never seen one like that before. I wonder if it was made to be comfortable to hold and rest three fingers on it or wether it is just a design quirk.
     
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  6. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    It's comfortable in the hand. The tang wraps around a little farther. I haven't shaved with it yet, I still need to prettify it, and take it to the hones. Hopefully this weekend.

    It's not as crazy long as you might think.
     
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  7. HolyRollah

    HolyRollah BaconLord

    I've had my eye on DePew 'The Perfect Razor' (1880s) monkey tails for some time. They are distinct and hard to come by in decent shape. They pop up on eBay from time to time and usually earn numerous bids($$).
     
  8. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    Do you know the history of Monkey Tail Razors? Approx years they were made?
     
  9. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    Bengall Monkey Tail:
    After a little buffing of the blade, sanding of the scales, and waxing the scales.
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  10. HolyRollah

    HolyRollah BaconLord

    Starting in 1882...
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  11. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    I honed up, and shaved with the Bengall today. It was straight as an arrow, and honed up easily.
    The shave was fantastic, and gave a perfect shave. So, it is an excellent razor, and well worth the money.
     
  12. Billyfergie

    Billyfergie The Scottish Ninja

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    Billy..:chores016:
     
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  13. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    You have waaaayyy too much free time Billy. :chores016::D
     
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  14. Billyfergie

    Billyfergie The Scottish Ninja

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    Billy..:chores016:
     
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  15. Drygulch

    Drygulch Snowballs

    Here's my monkey tail. It's a custom from Osiris Blades. It's somewhere between a quarter and half hollow and 8/8. Due to the weight, the long tail makes it much easier to grip and maneuver. It's as nimble to use as some of my smaller razors.
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  16. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    That's a "Gorilla Tail Razor". Big boy. :happy088:
     
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  17. pundi64

    pundi64 Well-Known Member

  18. HolyRollah

    HolyRollah BaconLord

    Here's a reference for size comparison showing a DePew 'The Perfect Razor' monkey-tail razor next to a 6/8" Red Imp...
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  19. DaltonGang

    DaltonGang Ol' Itchy Whiskers

    I'm digging up an old thread, because I've an addition.

    Joseph Rodgers & Sons
    Cutlers To Their Majesties
    No.6 Norfolk Street
    Sheffield England.
    "Monkey Tail Razor"

    I haven't seen one of these before.

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  20. Jayaruh

    Jayaruh The Cackalacky House Pet

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    That's a nice one.
     
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