Razor: straight razor

6420.635.2

Straight Razor Blade with clear yellow handle
Title
Straight Razor Blade with clear yellow handle
Creation Date
1935 – 1964
Materials

Dimensions

6 in L

Cutting edge-3 in

Maker's Mark
Genco
Description
A straight razor blade with clear yellow handle and rusted blade. Genco razors originated from the Geneva Cutlery Company which became a leading manufacturer of straight razors in the early 20th century until 1934 when the company was purchased by the Ekco (Edward Katzinger Co.) which lead to a reorganization of the brand until it was sold in 1935 to W.R. Case & Sons Company. It was then that the razors were marketed under the Genco name until 1964 when production ceased. The handle of the razor blade has Donald etched on one side and DP4737 1 or / Pete on the other side.

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