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5/8" George W. Korn Half Hollow straight edge razor | Little Valley, NY

5/8" George W. Korn Half Hollow straight edge razor | Little Valley, NY

Regular price $115.00 USD
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$115.00 USD

Available is a newly restored vintage straight razor. This 5/8" straight razor is both a great starter straight razor and a nice additon to any collection.  

This medium sized razor features a half hollow grind making it easier to hone as well as helping it cut through a beard with ease! This straight razor has a square point - great for shaping goatee's and sideburns. This blade brings together American cutlery craftsmanship and modern practicality. Pick up this great blade today!

We've replaced the original scales with a beautiful set of our own in Pink Acrylic

Country of Manufacture: USA
Grind: Half Hollow
Metal: Carbon Steel
Scales: Acrylic
Date: Early 1900's
Condition: Polished, Sharpened and Shave Ready
Grade: Excellent
Imperfections: A small amount of pitting on blade from age
Included: Razor only 

Restoration: This razor went through our complete Revamp service. It was first polished, removing all active rust and as much metal as was safe for this grind. The blade then went through our True Honing process, utilizing stones such as a Naniwa Chosera 10k, Belgian Yellow Coticule and Shapton 30k to give this straight razor the perfect edge. It arrives to you stropped and shave ready.

History: George W. Korn manufacturing was located in Little Valley, NY from 1900 to 1925. This factory made blades for many firms including, Case, Catteraugus, and Sears and Roebuck. 

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