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Just two years after the Korean War ended (1950-1953) Tak Si-Geun founded Dong Yang Light Metal Inc. They began making zippers and kitchen knives, but in 1962, began producing razor blades. In 199 … read more

History:               In 1906, Solingen, Germany Carl Dorp and Cart Arthur Voos created a manufacturing company specializing in scissors, manicure i … read more

History:           H. Boker was founded by Mr. Heinrich Boker in 1869. At the time Solingen, Germany was gaining a reputation for its high quality steel. In addi … read more

The number one inquiry we receive from customers and vintage shaving enthusiasts relate to dating Gillette Safety Razors. Many e-mails share a similar story, a razor is discovered and is the last r … read more

History: Merkur was founded in 1896 by Emil Hermes who wished to become a safety razor manufacturer. His preferred company name (Hermes) was already taken, so he got clever and used … read more