'80 Gillette Super Adjustable and '80 Gillette Super Speed.
I also bought an extra Sterling SS HA razor when they were liquidating their stock. My biggest concern was breaking the cap screw.After Muhle changed the design of the R41 back in 2013ish (I really liked the 2011 design), and I couldn't buy a replacement, my mentality changed a bit and having backups became something I was interested in. My rationale is the same as yours.
So, with that in mind, I have two 2011 R41s (my original, which is showing wear, as well as another in better shape that I purchased a few years ago).
Then, when it looked like Stirling was selling out of their SS razor, I purchased extra of it as well. I may have three of these? I have more than one of each base plate, but I figured that finding something equivalent to the HA base plate (which I really enjoy) would be challenging.
I also own two Wolfman SS WR2 1.65 SBs, but with different handles.
It seems a little silly to have multiples of some of these, particularly the stainless ones, but I like knowing the backups are there just in case. It also makes feel okay about traveling with some of my favorites. I also don't pickup the R41 all that often, but that one was the first DE that I really liked, so it has sentimental value I suppose.
Travalong-; great concept, WHAT a PIA to assemble !View attachment 1679905
"TRAVALONG" and "BIGELOW PARKIN"
1. Their weird design. (I like unusual things)
2. They are no longer being manufactured.
3. It takes luck to meet the perfect look.
4. They are easy to carry, I can play with them anytime. (so there is also a risk of loss)
It has an unusual design after all, so it does take a little getting used to. But I wasn't hurt by it.Travalong-; great concept, WHAT a PIA to assemble !
B P -; came with a blade installed, I cut nine of me eleven fingers before removing the blade for good!
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No such thing as a spare, when they come in clours, or boxes, or sets, or with other bargains.... like I roll my eyes at myself.
Still not helping, I've even got the case, instructions and outer box < best option in the box you go you mongrel little thing!It has an unusual design after all, so it does take a little getting used to. But I wasn't hurt by it.
At first I found it a little difficult to install, but after a moderate amount of exploration and practice, I can now assemble the Travalong very smoothly.
I have talked about my method in another thread, also for your reference.
A closer look at the Travalong. - https://www.badgerandblade.com/forum/threads/a-closer-look-at-the-travalong.628220/post-11889260