After 50+ years of collecting straight razors, Robert A. Doyle will be offering at auction his life-time collection of fancy and unusual straight razors. Doyle, an Auctioneer/Appraiser/Real Estate Broker, started collecting at 16 years of age and has just turned sixty-eight. When asked why straight razors? Doyle responded, "They are small, beautiful, historic, one-of-a-kind artistic pieces that are nearly impossible to reproduce. There are no "fakes" to be concerned with. He continued, "It is time to allow others the opportunity to own and enjoy these beautiful shaving tools. After 50+ years of collecting straight razors, Robert A. Doyle will be offering at auction his life-time collection of fancy and unusual straight razors. Doyle, an Auctioneer/Appraiser/Real Estate Broker, started collecting at 16 years of age and has just turned sixty-eight. When asked why straight razors? Doyle responded, "They are small, beautiful, historic, one-of-a-kind artistic pieces that are nearly impossible to reproduce. There are no "fakes" to be concerned with. He continued, "It is time to allow others the opportunity to own and enjoy these beautiful shaving tools. The straight razor was the most prized personal tool of men through the ages." Preview is available by appointment at Absolute Auction Center Monday - Friday from 9AM-4PM or online 24 hours.
Payment is due by Wednesday, May 15 at 1PM.
Pickup in Pleasant Valley, NY must be completed by Thursday, May 16 at 3PM.
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After 50+ years of collecting straight razors, Robert A. Doyle will be offering at auction his life-time collection of fancy and unusual straight razors. Doyle, an Auctioneer/Appraiser/Real Estate Broker, started collecting at 16 years of age and has just turned sixty-eight. When asked why straight razors? Doyle responded, "They are small, beautiful, historic, one-of-a-kind artistic pieces that are nearly impossible to reproduce. There are no "fakes" to be concerned with. He continued, "It is time to allow others the opportunity to own and enjoy these beautiful shaving tools. After 50+ years of collecting straight razors, Robert A. Doyle will be offering at auction his life-time collection of fancy and unusual straight razors. Doyle, an Auctioneer/Appraiser/Real Estate Broker, started collecting at 16 years of age and has just turned sixty-eight. When asked why straight razors? Doyle responded, "They are small, beautiful, historic, one-of-a-kind artistic pieces that are nearly impossible to reproduce. There are no "fakes" to be concerned with. He continued, "It is time to allow others the opportunity to own and enjoy these beautiful shaving tools. The straight razor was the most prized personal tool of men through the ages." Preview is available by appointment at Absolute Auction Center Monday - Friday from 9AM-4PM or online 24 hours.
Payment is due by Wednesday, May 15 at 1PM.
Pickup in Pleasant Valley, NY must be completed by Thursday, May 16 at 3PM.
All lots sold as is, where is. There is a 15% Buyers Premium for all lots purchased. Payment methods include cash, MC, Visa, Discover or good check. You can make credit card payment online by going to your Member Area and selecting your invoice.
*NOTE* Shipping is available on all items.
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Another fine set ofStraight razors. This Joseph Rodger?s set of four natural handled razors fitted in a brass bound wood case is totally personalized for the owner ?D. G. Metheny, M.D.? most likely this was a prized gift. The handles are scrimshawed to match the engraving on the escutcheon plate of of lid of the case. A quick Google Search brings up some information on Dr. Metheny. It appears he was in Philadelphia. He donated to the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia and he provided lectures on ?Syndesmology,? the study of ligaments. A great set with provenance.
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Another fine set ofStraight razors. This Joseph Rodger?s set of four natural handled razors fitted in a brass bound wood case is totally personalized for the owner ?D. G. Metheny, M.D.? most likely this was a prized gift. The handles are scrimshawed to match the engraving on the escutcheon plate of of lid of the case. A quick Google Search brings up some information on Dr. Metheny. It appears he was in Philadelphia. He donated to the Academy of Natural Sciences of Philadelphia and he provided lectures on ?Syndesmology,? the study of ligaments. A great set with provenance.
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$180.00 – mrgillette
Auction Type: One Lot
Quantity: 1
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