{"product_id":"antique-wade-butcher-straight-razor","title":"Antique Wade \u0026 Butcher Straight Razor","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUp for sale is an authentic antique Wade \u0026amp; Butcher straight razor, manufactured in Sheffield, England, one of the most respected names in 19th–early 20th century cutlery.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWade \u0026amp; Butcher razors are highly collectible and were widely used by professional barbers, often marked “For Barbers Use” or similar tang stamps depending on production era. These blades are known for their high-quality carbon steel and durable construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example comes with its original style coffin case, adding to its display and collector appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition: \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlade shows heavy patina, oxidation, and spotting\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEdge condition: untested – likely needs honing\/restoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle\/scales appear worn with age but intact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePivot is present; opens and closes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase shows significant wear, scuffing, and age\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall: good candidate for restoration or display piece\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👉 This is a true attic-find \/ untouched example, which collectors often prefer over over-polished pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📚 Historical Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Wade \u0026amp; Butcher\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin: Sheffield, England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEra: Likely late 1800s–early 1900s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnown for high-end barber razors and export trade to the U.S.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42791800602701,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0610\/9229\/8829\/files\/8FF2565B-697F-4959-AC9D-3C902DE9F946.jpg?v=1773848950","url":"https:\/\/whiskeyrebellionantiques.com\/products\/antique-wade-butcher-straight-razor","provider":"Whiskey Rebellion Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}