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Gift of Janet Lane Reynolds, 1983.18.6 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Straight Razor
Gift of Janet Lane Reynolds, 1983.18.6 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.

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"
On View
Not on view
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early 20th-mid 20th century
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Joseph Smith & Son
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Veneer Scraper
Stanley Rule & Lock Co.
about 1905
Disappearing Doll in a Box Trick
Disappearing Doll in a Box Trick
Albert G. Walker
1858
Image Not Available for Sword
Sword
Unknown
1861-1865
Full view of sword with scabbard
Presentation Sword and Scabbard
Henry Champion Deming
1863
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Lewis Fox family
1870-1910
Presentation Sword and Scabbard
Presentation Sword and Scabbard
Hervey Fitts Jacobs
1862
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