Mellor, David R

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  • Fabricated metal products manufacture Cutlery, razors, scissors, etc, production
  • Distribution - retailing Furniture, carpets, home furnishings, etc, retailing
  • Professional services Industrial & domestic goods design services exc fashion
  • Distribution - retailing Ironmongery, tools, holloware, hardware, etc, retailing

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David R Mellor, 1930-2009, was an industrial designer, cutlery manufacturer and retailer of designed household goods. As well as cutlery, designed wide range of products including street furniture. Early on connected with Walker & Hall of Sheffield as designer. 1969 opened shop off Sloane Square, later followed by others, selling up-market household goods. 1973 established cutlery manufacturing business at Broom Hall, Sheffield. 1980s built new HQ and factory in London

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