The Straight Razor Acquisition Thread

They did a pretty good job then. The wood grain on the inside matches the grain on the outside. One of the vendors also said Brazilian rosewood. Martin used to make guitars out of it too. VERY expensive wood. Maybe that's why they copied it. What years did they make these cases? Can you date the razor?

 

wow! I have my Puma now and really don't need another. The Zebra brand also copied zebra wood for the scales which I thought was neat. Plastic for sure tho

 

Yes, there is mostly junk on eBay. I am shocked at what some try to sell there for HIGH prices. I saw one high priced SR that had a blade that was so bad it looked like a steak knife! Honing nightmare or just plain broken

 

I’ve been after a Case Red Imp in 6/8 for a while, and finally found one that has been restored nicely!

 

Very nice Jeff, that looks like the hollow 6/8, right?

 

Spot on, my friend! I’ve spent almost two years looking for an Imp in 6/8. I’ve bought from this guy before. Really looking forward to taking it for a spin!

 

cool razor Jeff..

 

Thanks,Gary!

 

KCS "TULA"
K.C.Seelbach Co.
Solingen
11/16th
Extra Hollow Ground

Well, this one is a rusty crusty razor, which screams out "Restore MEEEEEE". I saw this and knew nothing of this brand. I can't even see the full name on the tang, due to rust. But, $7 total, and no shipping charges, it is worth a try. At least the edge looks clean, except for a small bit of rust, on the heel. This is what happens when you leave the razor out, in a humid environment, not Cell Rot. Wish me luck.

 

Post #6 and #8 Scott, from one of the greats, Neil Miller, RIP

https://sharprazorpalace.com/razors/102281-info-about-new-acquisition-tula.html

 

Excellent info. Thanks Steve, I've edited the post.


An import-export company called K. C. Seelbach Co, who at various times stamped the blade with 'Germany' or 'New York' brought over a lot of Tulas and sold them alongside other brands like 'Buddy', 'Niagara', 'Selbrand' etc. The name changed to K. C. Seelbach Inc when the firm was incorporated in 1921, although they probably still used the older appellations. The company director and the registered address was C. B. Santee, 120 Broadway NY, New York. Later, c1925 they were at 260 West Broadway.

The earlier, original company was started by Karl C. Seelbach in Germany in 1890, hence just 'Germany' on the tangs of the earlier razors (pre-1921


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C.V.Heljestrand
B.K. No.41
Eskilstuna
11/16th
Near Wedge

This came as a set, with a Rubberset 400. It was a "Make an Offer" sales, so I offered $30, and the seller jumped on it.

Here they are as I got them.

 

Very cool additions Scott!

 

Thanks. I got very lucky.

 

If anyone can bring this back it’s you - King and patron saint of the rat razors

 

I prefer "The Land of the Misfit Razors". But, a nice sturdy " Rat Razor" always has a special place in my heart. Kind of like my dogs. Strays that I find on the street. They are usually my favorites. But, that's a whole other story.

 

Latest acquisition, CVH 923F stainless steel razor, NIB. $65 freight included. A bargain according to me



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Great purchase Hans!

 

Congratulations Hans, nice score!

 

A.Witte "Classic"
Germany
4/8th
Extra hollow ground

This came very sharp, but needed some polishing. It has a very very thin ground edge. Tiny razor, that I am looking forward to using. BTW, there isnt a flaw on the blade. Those are shadows. It has a mirror polish, like new.