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    scribed in the scale plate "J. Winterbottom, west wyalong" markings on tang: *I.H* something, something "FOR" something something haha! notch in point, hollow ground, looks quarter.
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    That would be a fun reaserch project.

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    any tips on where to search the name?
    I want to remove the rust, so it doesnt keep eating.... but it might be more valuable/sentimental if i dont...

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    Lots of internet info,Mormon Church has a great free online Geneology search engine,start there,good luck.

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    markings on tang: *I.H* something, something "FOR" something something haha!
    I think, it's John Heiffor razor.
    maker named: John Heiffor
    Can we see the razor pictures?
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    I've travelled through West Wyalong plenty of times and even stayed there once, however, I don't have any rellys there.
    Sorry I can't help

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    Ill repicture in the morning, see if i can get the size (in MB) reduced in different lighting.

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    repicture at the windowsil and its good, tang stamp still looks *I.H* to me

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    repicture at the windowsil and its good, tang stamp still looks *I.H* to me
    You're right, but it's John Heiffor razor.

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    Ah, must get onto finding these relatives...

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