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Gift of Avis & Rockwell Gardiner, 1977.86.5 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.
Straight Razor
Gift of Avis & Rockwell Gardiner, 1977.86.5 © 2016 The Connecticut Historical Society.

Straight Razor

MakerMade by Turner & Cowles
Mediumsteel; plastic
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (length): 6 1/4in. (15.9cm)
ClassificationsEquipment
Credit LineGift of Avis & Rockwell Gardiner
DescriptionA steel straight razor with a black cover/handle.
Object number1977.86.5
MarkingsRecto, engraved into steel handle: "TURNER & COWLES/ WEST/ MERIDEN, CONN."
Subject Terms
    On View
    Not on view
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