Razor

A. B.

A. B.

Name/Title

Razor

Description

A. Vintage Ward &Butcher straight razor. The metal blade can fold into the handle for protection and storage. The handle is made from horn. B. Holder made of cardboard and the Ward & Butcher is embossed on it.

Context

This type of razor was the primary method of manual shaving for over 200 years after its introduction in 1680.

Collection

Karlene English

Acquisition

Accession

2007.030

Source or Donor

Karlene Sebert English

Acquisition Method

Donation

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Wade & Butcher

Place

* Untyped Place

Sheffield, England

Create Date

December 19, 2025

Update Date

December 19, 2025