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Newspaper
Barstow Printer
Location
Barstow, California, United States of America
Date
Feb 15, 1923
Page
6
Harland H. Allen explains that comb quality hinges on coloring, finish, and manufacture rather than celluloid grade. Sawed tooth, cut tooth, and molded types differ by base openings, with sawed tooth offering square bases and smoother hair flow, while wedge-shaped openings in cut or molded types reflect cost and finish.
The guide advises buying open stock over complete sets to ensure uniform replacement and space efficiency. It explains two grades, firsts and seconds, warns against glaze flaws, and highlights design choices like simple gold bands. It contrasts porcelain, china, stoneware, and differences in durability and staining.
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