Strop Collection

Itinerant Chinese barber ringing finger bells to find customers, Qing Dynasty
FLO4590497 Itinerant Chinese barber ringing finger bells to find customers, Qing Dynasty. He carries a stool and bucket on a bamboo yoke, along with razor, scissors, strop, etc

Vought F-8 Crusader. An early F-8 - F8U, at the Naval Air Engineering Laboratory, on Mustin Field, part of the Philadelphia Naval Yard

Valet Auto Strop Razor Advertisement
An illustrated advertisement for the Valet AutoStrop Safety Razor Co. Ltd, the product sharpens itself before each use for a comfortable shave

A man sharpening his straight razor on a leather strop (colour litho)
732481 A man sharpening his straight razor on a leather strop (colour litho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A man sharpening his straight razor on a leather strop)

Itinerant Chinese barber ringing finger bells to find customers, QIng Dynasty. He carries a stool and bucket on a bamboo yoke, along with razor, scissors, strop, etc

Shaving a Forestaller, August 15, 1800. August 15, 1800. Creator: Thomas Rowlandson
Shaving a Forestaller, August 15, 1800

Page from catalogue of Safety razors 1929
Safety razors, razor strop, stropping machine and assorted scissors set. Products available from the Harrods catalogue cutlery department. Date: 1929

Trade catalogue of mens shaving equipment 1911
Trade catalogue for Harrords department store, showing a page selection of shaving equipment. 1911

Advertisement for the Yvett pocket razor and a strop for sharpening razors. From the French periodical Le Flambeau, 18 September 1915. First World War 1914-1918

RAZOR STROP, 1886. English newspaper advertisement for Escotts Patent Eclipse Strops, 1886

RAZOR STROPS, 1895. Advertisement from the Montgomery Ward & Company catalogue of 1895. Line engraving

STRAIGHT RAZOR AND STROP. Line engraving, American, late 19th century

Father & Sulky Boy
Whats the matter, son? : A father sits down and talks patiently to his young son, who for some reason is in rather a strop or has just been a rather naughty boy

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"Strop: A Journey Through the Evolution of Shaving Tools" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of shaving tools with a focus on the humble strop. From vintage advertisements to historical catalogues, this captivating journey will take you through various eras and cultures. Delve into an early 20th-century Valet Auto Strop Razor Advertisement, showcasing the cutting-edge technology of its time. Witness the sleek design and efficiency that revolutionized men's grooming routines. Travel further back in time to discover a Vought F-8 Crusader advertisement, where even pilots relied on sharp razors for their clean-cut appearances. The importance of maintaining a well-honed blade is evident as it becomes synonymous with professionalism. Flip through pages from a 1929 Safety Razors catalogue, capturing the essence of an era when personal grooming became more accessible to all. Explore how different brands competed for customers' attention by highlighting unique features and benefits. Transport yourself to 1911 with a Trade Catalogue featuring men's shaving equipment. Immerse yourself in an array of strops designed to enhance your shaving experience while marveling at the craftsmanship behind each product. Observe a man sharpening his straight razor on a leather strop in vivid color litho, reminding us that honing blades was once an art form requiring skill and precision. Experience firsthand how barbers meticulously maintained their tools for optimal performance. Witness cultural diversity as we encounter an itinerant Chinese barber ringing finger bells—a testament to how traditional practices transcended borders throughout history. Discover how these skilled professionals utilized strops as essential components of their trade. Uncover amusing anecdotes like "Shaving a Forestaller" depicted by Thomas Rowlandson in August 1800—an illustration that humorously portrays societal norms surrounding facial hair during that period while subtly emphasizing the role played by razor stropping techniques.