Luckhaus & Gunther 8000 Solingen Straight Razor c1920s Germany Black Scales etch For Sale

A classic German straight razor from Luckhaus & Gunther (L. & G.), model 8000, made in Solingen, Germany—the center of European razor making. Solid carbon-steel blade with black early-plastic scales. Opens and closes smoothly and locks open as it should. Great candidate for a light clean & professional hone, or display as-is.

• Maker/Model: Luckhaus & Gunther 8000 – Solingen, Germany

• Era: c. 1915–1935 (interwar Solingen production)

• Blade: Carbon steel, round point, faux-frameback / rattler hollow grind

• Scales: Black early plastic (celluloid/galalith style)

• Action: Opens/closes smoothly; stays open correctly

• Included: Two period leather safety rings for secure storage when closed

• Closed length: 6 1/4 in (15.9 cm)

• Open length: 9 5/8 in (24.5 cm)

• Blade shows normal age patina and light hone wear; no edge chips noted.

• Etch on blade is mostly worn from decades of use.

• Scales show use; small loss at the top hinge on one scale (see photos).

• Could be cleaned up nicely and honed if desired; offered as-found.

• Authentic Solingen steel takes a superb edge when honed.

• Desirable L.&G. “8000” model—well balanced and comfortable in hand.

• Perfect for collectors of German straight razors or a period barbershop display.

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• Ships carefully packaged in a protective box.

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• Brand: Luckhaus & Gunther (L. & G.)

• Model: 8000

• Type: Straight Razor (Cut-Throat)

• Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany (Solingen)

• Blade Material: Carbon Steel

• Handle Material: Early Plastic (Celluloid/Galalith)

• Point: Round

• Grind: Hollow / Faux-Frameback (Rattler)

• Vintage: Yes

• Condition: Used

• Color: Black (scales) / Silver (blade)

• Features: Includes two leather storage rings; Opens/closes smoothly

• Modified Item: No

• Set Includes: Razor + two leather rings

• Department: Men

• Exact Blade Width: Not measured