Evidence for post-medieval comb manufacture has been found at several sites in York, including the 1983 excavations at the former Rougier family comb factory on Tanner Row. These reports detail some of the materials and processes involved, as well as placing the industry in its wider context.
Comb making industry in York during the 19th century by Z. Durrant-Walker
The Rougier family, Comb making in York by N. Rogers, with thanks to Dr S. O’Connor
