Found this piece at the antique store

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I found a pic another similar box.This one is missing all the same parts (and more).
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could be a linen strop, and a leather strop... It's all just a guess but it makes sense to me anyway.

I was thinking that besides ID ing the missing bits, you may be able to actually replace them on the razor forums.
I bought the missing box for my 1930 Genco Master Cutter over there. ::tu::

Just saw your post while I was posting this... It appears that these "kits" were High Style" back in the day.

This new one looks like it has the same hardware, and perhaps the same maker. Cool stuff to research! ::tu::
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Yep, I am registering on the forum you gave me the link to.
I will definitely post my findings here for educational purposes.

Thanks Ken!

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Well, I was warmly welcomed at the straight razor site. We shall see what turns up.

Anyway, I found this image on the net of a vanity box with an item inside that has the basic shape of my mystery item.
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OK.... I think there has been some light shed on MY box.
I was told by an expert that knows these boxes that this is an officers military campaign box. The 2 mystery items are boot hooks for pulling on high top boots. One of them even has a shoe buckle hook on the end.
I was also told, the 2 razors are too new for the box. The razors are from about 1880 but the box is from about 1815.

WOW.... now, I need to find the goodies that go in the box!

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So, there ya go....
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The utensils that have the hooks are called "boot pulls". This be them:
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Meridian_Mike wrote:The utensils that have the hooks are called "boot pulls". This be them:

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Is the one at the bottom made for two different uses. It could be a lace or button puller.
What would be the second use for the top one. :D
It looks like you have a life time job finding parts. :lol:
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Shearer wrote:
Meridian_Mike wrote:The utensils that have the hooks are called "boot pulls". This be them:

boot pulls.jpg
Is the one at the bottom made for two different uses. It could be a lace or button puller.
What would be the second use for the top one. :D
It looks like you have a life time job finding parts. :lol:
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Yep, I found one that looks like the one at the bottom with the button hook. Only problem is, it's over in England. I got to think about that one for a while before I pull the trigger.
I'm gonna bet all the pieces can be found over in Europe. That is where this box originated....

Oh boy.... ::facepalm::
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I see what is happening with those boot pulls.
There is a "T" handle on the end so when you use it the handle pivots, and then folds flush for storage.

This is very cool! So just think... Your box could have been used at the time of the Napoleonic war! DNA TIME!!! :lol: :lol: :lol:

I'm sure glad you got this sorted out, and I can imagine the responses from people that know these kits.
I think it's quite the nice prize!
Good for you Mike! ::tu:: ::tu:: ::tu:: Thanks for sharing!
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Mike
I found the below "Traveling Set" picture within the posted book I have had for many years.
Unfortunately, the Author does not go into any fine detail, no Manufacturer or date. :x
He did not bother to explain the contents of the box.
The box appears to be similar to yours. The lid looks as if it could open up to reveal a mirror? But of course he does not bother to make any additional information, with the exception of "Traveling set in fine wood, silver and ivory with several drawers"
However......It does appear to have a so called "Boot Pull" on the edge of the middle drawer that looks like a button hook on the end. It is separated by a "Corn Knife" perhaps? Than another folding instrument with a different tip, similar to yours you posted in your "Utensils" photo.
Sorry about the picture quality the book is from a small 5X8" paperback with poor paper quality.
I ran a quick search on the Author, but discovered nothing. Mr. Krumholz was 38 in 1988 when he published the below book. That would make him only 67 years old now.
Nice find Mike, very interesting piece.
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WOW.... the one in the book is a dead ringer for the one I have. Thanks so much for posting the pics!
Looks like one of the only noticeable differences is the inlaid brass decoration on the lid.
Very cool.

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That is cool.
I wonder if you can locate the author?
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americanedgetech wrote:That is cool.
I wonder if you can locate the author?
I think I am going to try....

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Meridian_Mike wrote:
americanedgetech wrote:That is cool.
I wonder if you can locate the author?
I think I am going to try....

mike
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Way cool gentleman's/travel set.
If you become interested in selling it, I might be interested.
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Wonderful find! There is a fellow on Etsy who has hundreds of vintage shaving items, including a similar kit he has sold for $1,500:

https://www.etsy.com/listing/564431607/ ... _gallery_3

I presume this fellow is an expert so perhaps if you corresponded with him he might be able to shed light on the missing pieces. He also may be a source for individual pieces so over time you may be able to reconstitute the kit.

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