Straight Razor
Original OwnerOriginally owned by
Comfort Lane
American, 1783 - 1828
MakerMade by
Parkin
1785 - 1800
Dateabout 1800
Mediumsteel; metal; wood
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length): 6 1/8in. (15.6cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Janet Lane Reynolds
DescriptionA steel straight razor with a single, long blade. The handle is wood and the two pieces are held together by two bolts.
Object number1983.18.6
MarkingsRecto, engraved into steel blade: "PARKIN/ ACIER FONDU"Subject Terms
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Turner & Cowles
Brown & Sharpe
Frederick Reynolds
Joseph Smith & Son
