7:30 Meeting With Mr Frederick Reynolds of Sheffield

**onotoman** · 06-20-2012, 04:24 AM

Pre-Breakfast Meeting with Mr Reynolds

I had an early meeting today with a Mr Frederick Reynolds of Sheffield.

When I first saw the old gentleman, my first impression was that he looked a bit fierce with a permanent smile.

His dress-sense was very flamboyant too, especially for one so advanced in years.

He had clearly looked to his general fitness though as he had the bearing of one far younger in years.

Mr Reynolds had spent many years in the Americas after leaving Sheffield in the late 1800s and I think it was whilst in North America that he very recently acquired his very bright coat. Hopefully this coat will grow on me, otherwise I’ll have to encourage him to change it for a more subdued one.

Mr Reynolds flew back to England on one of those new-fangled flying machines in May 2012 and I first met him (briefly) yesterday.

As our meeting this morning progressed, contrary to first impressions, I found him to be very mild-mannered, although I felt that he could strike out quickly and inflict injury if not given the respect he deserved.

I think we will meet often in the future and he will no doubt become friends with my other close acquaintances; Mr John Watts, Mr Joseph Rodgers, Mr Thomas Turner, Mr George Meeson and Mr John Clarke all from Sheffield too.

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**itsmedave** · 06-20-2012, 04:38 AM

That is a beauty. Congratulations

**Doc226** · 06-20-2012, 04:46 AM

Very nice. Them fancy new clothes for such an old chap.

**Raithskar** · 06-20-2012, 05:43 AM

My what a Distinguished Gentelman you have met there.

**O.G.** · 06-20-2012, 06:10 AM

Awesome scales.

**onotoman** · 06-20-2012, 06:20 AM

That's one vote for the 'coat' (Scales) - I wasn't sure how well they suited a pre 1895 blade.

Anyone else?

Originally Posted by O.G.

Awesome scales.

**johnmrson** · 06-20-2012, 06:33 AM

A very nice razor from a very underrated manufacturer.

**Mike H** · 06-20-2012, 07:12 AM

Lovely razor you have there.

I have always enjoyed my pre-breakfast meeting with Mr. Reynolds.

**Skyrider55** · 06-20-2012, 09:50 AM

Great story, beautiful razor. Hope your acquaintance with Mr. Reynolds evolves into a lifelong friendship.

**Hair apparent** · 06-20-2012, 11:29 AM

Those scales would be more appropriate on a Beau Brummel.

**mdunn** · 06-20-2012, 02:28 PM

Very nice, I like his coat!

**onotoman** · 06-22-2012, 08:05 AM

Thanks guys,

After two meetings, I'm still getting to know Mr Reynolds and I think I may hone him a bit more as I think there is still a little more that can be done..

**Leon** · 06-22-2012, 02:31 PM

What a great write-up!

You gave me an idea for my next shave: a sheffield blade, probably my Wade & Butcher

**Brownbear** · 06-23-2012, 11:33 PM

Good story and a lovely razor. I kind of like those scales. Never seen a modern material in that pattern.

**8thWVInfantry** · 06-30-2012, 12:31 PM

Terrific story and razor! I just used my Frederick Reynolds Silver Steel Prince Albert's Royal Patent wedge this morning and it was oh-so-sharp...and your razor looks like it has MANY years of service left in it. Congratulations!

**BakerAndBadger** · 07-02-2012, 09:35 AM

Great write up and fantastic, understated razor. If I didnt know better I'd be sure
my eyes were playing tricks on me. Whoever heard of a straight hidden inside a banana. Must be from the new world with all their howdy pardners and yahoos.
Hope Mr R lives on for another 100 plus years, maybe he'll get a telegram from HRH QE2