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A Treatise on Razors; in which the Weight, Shape and Temper of a Razor, the means of keeping it in order, and the manner of using it, are particularly considered; and in which it is intended to convey a knowledge of all that is necessary on this Subject Kingsbury, Benjamin
1797
Extrememly Scarce First Edition, advertisement leaf following title, lacking the two at end, title soiled, text a little browned, very nice modern calf-backed marbled boards, 8vo.The 18th century's last word on razors, written by a professional razor-maker prominent enough in his field that inferior instruments would be sold by stamping them with his name. This treatise was so useful that it remained in print for 40 years, from its original publication in 1797 through 1837. Kingsbury, the personal barber of King George III of England, uses physics and experience to debunk myths regarding the construction, maintenance, and use of razors (for instance, the idea that a heavy razor serves its purpose better than a lighter instrument, or that the use of razor-strops supersedes that of hones). 59pp. single copy on the OCLC. E-mail for scans.
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1364.47 USD
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