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C. Hughel & Co. Crucible Steel Straight Razor
$60.00
This straight razor was retailed by C. Hughel & Co., billed as "Sole Agent" on the box, for a blade carrying the "Crucible Steel" trademark — a mark used industry-wide by cutlers supplying private-label blanks to American barber-supply retailers of the era. This example carries the maker's tang stamp.
The blade is carbon steel, set in cream celluloid scales. See Condition Notes below for detail.
Specifications
| Maker / Brand | Unknown |
| Estimated Era | 1900s |
| Blade Material | Carbon Steel |
| Handle Material | Celluloid |
| Blade Style | Other |
| Markings / Stamp | Blade tang stamp: CRUCIBLE STEEL (trademark, X-mark logo). Box: "C. Hughel & Co., Sole Agent[s]" with "Crucible Steel" branding. |
| Includes | Original box |
Condition Grade
Very Good
Condition Notes
Blade: staining present on both sides (surface staining, not pitting); no chips noted. Scales: cream celluloid in great shape, no cracks or chips.