'The Comb' by Jen Cruse is unfortunately no longer in print. If you can get a copy, the book unravels the intricacies of comb materials, comb manufacturing techniques, drawing from a number of sources from all around the world. It also provides detailed insights into the multifaceted roles of combs, ranging from their utilitarian function [...]
The Plastics Historical Society was formed in 1986 and pioneered efforts to raise awareness about the heritage of the plastics industry. A regular newsletter was produced and in volume 25 there was a short article featuring comb making in Normandy.
PHS comb expert Jen Cruse explores the development of the Scottish comb-making industry. Introduction The craft of fashioning combs changed little over the centuries and never had a high profile in the manufacturing world, being described as ‘one of the most miserable trades’, unexplored and undervalued. But the Invention in 1796 by William Bundy, of [...]