Cut throat razor

Object number@FUK
TitleCut throat razor
CreatorA Wilson (Manufacturer)
DescriptionCut throat razor, before safety razors were available they were used instead. To cut beards generally but before opertations a patients hair needs to be removed from the area being operated on.
Markings:
A. Wilson and Son, Razor manufacturer, Sheffield. Can be found on both the case and razor.
The Prince of Wales Razor is enscribed on the side of the razor blade.
Production periodTwentieth century, mid
Object nameRazor, cut throat
Object categoryINSTRUMENT
Dimensions
- Case Length: 16.5 cm
Width: 3 cm
Height: 1.5 cm
Razor Length: 15.5 cm
Width: 2.4 cm
Height: 0.8 cm