Straight razor

A straight razor that was used on board the "Windsor Castle" for crossing the line ceremony. The handle is made of softwood while the blade is made of brass. Inscribed on the blade "VASCO, FOR FREEING FACES OF FUNGUS".

Object Details

ID: AAB0171
Collection: Ship souvenirs
Type: Straight razor
Display location: Not on display
Date made: 20C
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 35 mm x 613 mm x 100 mm
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