The World Wars
Accession#:
2009.048
Object Name:
Razor
Description:
2009.048.007a — A small green razor pouch. The pouch looks very used. On the front flap there is a print that reads "Ever—Ready Army Kit". There is a button to close the little pouch. The sides are small flaps that can come out of the pouch to look inside. . Inside the pouch there is two spots to hold items. One is a tiny little slot which could hold the razor. There other is much larger and might hold a brush of some kind.

2009.048.007b — A small portable razor. It is very rusted due to its age. The grip is about 7cm long. There is a small slit for a razor blade to go into. There is currently a razor blade inside of it. Was used in the field during World War I. 8.2cm in height, 4cm width.

2009.048.007c—e — Three small razor blades. Each are very rusted and not suitable for use. You are still able to discern which edge is the sharp one. Are from World War I era. 3.8cm in width, 1.8cm in height.
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