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- Sep 10, 2020
Note: There are still shave-ready new razors available in PIF No. 11.
This razor comes to us through the kind benevolence of @LesC. The razor is a pre-1924 (probably) T.R. Cadman & Sons ⅝ full-hollow "Bengall". This razor is a rare find, particularly in Australia. It was custom made in England for sale by Butler Bros. in New York & Chicago. Thomas Cadman did not normally export to the Americas but did occasionally accept special orders from select retailers there.
Here is what the winner of this PIF will receive.
The razor"s toe has been muted by a previous owner.
Technical Details (approximate measurements):
Rules:
How to enter:
Postage Rates:
This razor comes to us through the kind benevolence of @LesC. The razor is a pre-1924 (probably) T.R. Cadman & Sons ⅝ full-hollow "Bengall". This razor is a rare find, particularly in Australia. It was custom made in England for sale by Butler Bros. in New York & Chicago. Thomas Cadman did not normally export to the Americas but did occasionally accept special orders from select retailers there.
Here is what the winner of this PIF will receive.
The razor"s toe has been muted by a previous owner.
Technical Details (approximate measurements):
Maker = T.R. Cadman & Sons (probably)
Model = “Bengall”
Year of manufacture = 1890 to 1924 (probably)
Blade material = high carbon steel
Blade finish = mirror both sides
Point style = American
Grind = full hollow
Blade width = 16.5m (⅝)
Bevel angle = 17.5°
Blade thickness = 0.33mm at top of bevel
Edge length = 67mm
Edge smile = ~1mm
Spine-wear smile = ~1mm
Stabilizers = one each side
Jimps = none
Tail length = 21mm opened 270°
Scales material = plastic (original)
Pins = 2 of nickel alloy
Wedge = tapered of lead
Length closed = 160mm
Length opened 180° = 245mm
Balance (opened 180°) = 7mm from pivot pin towards blade
Mass = 40g
Markings:
Blade face –
+ EXTRA +
HOLLOW GROUND RAZOR
HOLLOW GROUND RAZOR
Blade reverse (none)
Shank face –
BENGALL
Shank reverse –
MADE IN ENGLAND FOR
BUTLER BROS
NEW YORK & CHICAGO
Condition:BUTLER BROS
NEW YORK & CHICAGO
This straight razor is shave-ready (to my standard) and in extreme good condition for its age. The spine shows just a slight amount of wear from honing. The razor is supplied as-received from @LesC. Perhaps he can chime in with any history he may know of on this razor. Since receiving this razor, I have used it only once on my silken whisker for a shave test. The edge was then refreshed on diamond pasted balsa down to 0.1μm and then stropped on clean Kyrgyzstan calf leather. It is supplied stropped and ready to use. The lucky winner will not be disappointed.
Note: This razor is suitable for a beginner and also those more experienced in the art. It is a pleasure to shave with and would be particular apprecited by a gentleman who wishes to shave with a fine vintage straight razor.
Rules:
1. This PIF is open to all P&C members worldwide.
2. You must have been a member of P&C on 01 April 2024.
3. The winner is to pay postage within 72 hours of winning (see postal rates below). You can pay with PayPal, bank transfer or BTC/Lightning.
4. The PIF remains open until won.
How to enter:
This PIF requires some lucky guesses. I have thought of a number between 1 and 20 inclusive. You need to guess that number (a whole number and it is not 8 or 14 that won previous PIFs). You are allowed multiple guesses however each of your guesses must be at least 24 hours apart. To win this PIF, just post "I'm in" with your guess of the number. [e.g., I'm in 14]. First to guess the correct number will win.
If you find that this SR is not for you, all I ask is that you return the razor to me. I will then refresh the blade's edge and PIF it to another member.
Postage Rates:
Australia = AU$2.80 delivered within 5 to 10 business days
New Zealand = AU$17.60 (about US$11.40) delivered within 8 to 12 business days
Asia/Pacific = AU$21.60 (about US$14.00) delivered within 10 to 18 business days
US/Canada = AU$24.20 (about US$15.70) delivered within 6 to 10 business days
Europe/UK & Brazil = AU$29.60 (about US$19.25 delivered within 6 to 10 business days
Rest of world = AU$35.60 (about US$23.00) delivered within 15 to 25 business days