Razor and Case
Maker and role
Rolls Razor Limited, Manufacturer
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Object detail
Accession number
2006.143
Maker
Description
Rolls Razor No.1 Imperial model in a silver plated case and outer case. -1 Case (outer) - grey colour patterned like a snake skin. The lid opens up on 2 hinges and has a small latch on front. Interior is blue in colour. -2 Razor - the blade is attached to a sliding handle which also serves to hone the blade against the built-in strop on the base of the case. The razor handle comes separate and can be attached to the blade by sliding it through. The blade comes off easily by giving it a quarter turn in any direction to release it from the handle. -3 Instruction leaflet - a long, folded sheet of paper with instruction for using the razor on one side. On the other side of the leaflet are care instructions and "Don'ts" to be followed while using the razor. Both sides of the leaflet are illustrated with suitable, easy to follow pictures.
Marks
Rolls Razor No.1. Imperial Model Silver Plate Case Printed
Best/ Sheffield/ Steel Engraved
STROP/ MADE IN ENGLAND Impressed
Best/ Sheffield/ Steel Engraved
STROP/ MADE IN ENGLAND Impressed
Credit Line
Rolls Razor Limited. Razor and Case, 2006.143. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).
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