I think they are straight razors that a barber would have used long ago. There are 6 of them. There are 5 boxes with lids that appear to be like a carrying case of sorts. The razors measure about 9 " at full length. There is also a cloth covering used , I assume, for storage.
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Hi Peter, Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is: A group of vintage straight razors American, English and European, late 19th-early 20th Century comprising two by Crown Razor Co., one by the Shapleigh Barber, one by Wedge cut Corps, Solinger, Germany, one by Windsor Cutlery Co., one by Wade & Butcher, Sheffield, England, and one marked "BLACK STEEL." Possibly with plastic handles; five retain old cardboard boxes, and one storage cloth All approximately 9 inches in length CONDITION: with wear, pitting and some oxidation. PROVENANCE: inherited $400-600 for the group* *represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary. Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.