Nope I'm not sure anymore? Looking at the picture above from Mr Razor the TV Special Has the "II" on the right - not the left (so much for my initial theory). So I either somehow got mine mixed up (I don't think so) or Gillette just willy nilly marked the "II" on either side of the TV and/or Deluxe razor - which doesn't seem to make sense from a manufacturing stand point. So I'm back to my case specific theory to tell the difference. Since they are both shinny as heck and made in 1958 I need to some how figure out how to distinguish between the nickel plating (vs rhodium) on the razor head of each razor. Heck maybe the good ole Brits were just pulling a marketing hornswoggle?
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Nope I'm not sure anymore? Looking at the picture above from Mr Razor the TV Special Has the "II" on the right - not the left (so much for my initial theory). So I either somehow got mine mixed up (I don't think so) or Gillette just willy nilly marked the "II" on either side of the TV and/or Deluxe razor - which doesn't seem to make sense from a manufacturing stand point. So I'm back to my case specific theory to tell the difference. Since they are both shinny as heck and made in 1958 I need to some how figure out how to distinguish between the nickel plating (vs rhodium) on the razor head of each razor. Heck maybe the good ole Brits were just pulling a marketing hornswoggle?
I've been wondering why Gillette would produce the TV Special and Deluxe Traveler using the same razor and fully plate one in rhodium and not the other. Maybe to make the Traveler kit "Deluxe"? Inquiring minds want to know.
Yes I assumed that the Travelers Deluxe was the upgrade version but what stumps me is how did they tell them apart after production? That's why I thought that the "II" marking was on different sides to easily tell them apart. I just found a picture on Ebay of a Rocket TV Special (past sale) and the "II" marking is on the left. Maybe I mixed mine up. I have to find a way (other than just looking) to tell them apart.
I have another holy grail razor.
CORRECTION:
Not to beat a dead horse but it looks like I was wrong regarding my contention there is a full Rhodium Flair TV Rocket. Here is some new info I found on FB from an ole friend across the pond. A photo of his collection (and the corresponding Gillette advertising info) denotes that the Travellers Deluxe Set Rocket only has a Rhodium handle (like the TV Special) not fully plated as I initially though based on the different wording from Mr Razor. So it looks like we have two Rocket Flair Tip sets using the exact same razor. So I stand corrected and thrown myself at the mercy of the court.
I guess I'm flogging a dead horse when I say it's actually flare tip and not flair. 
Oh well.
Here's some more Rocket love
Oh well.Here's some more Rocket love
That's some good detective work on your part. Thanks for the update.
I guess I'm flogging a dead horse when I say it's actually flare tip and not flair.
Here's some more Rocket love
Do you guys prefer the shave from the flared or non flared Rockets?
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I had few Britty Rockets, not bad but not for me... beauties though
Felt the same too me....
I don't own a flare tip rocket yet but I'm curious if it's worth getting or if it will feel the same as the ones I have now.
Terrific thread! And GREAT pics!
Had to bump this thread up. I picked up this Rocket yesterday at an antique store in Yellow Springs. I shaved with it last night. Having only one shave with it I don't think I could tell the difference between it and my 40s style SS. I will say the Rocket to me has less blade feel than my SS. The shave seemed really mild, but very efficient.
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Jerry You need to find a HD500 Rocket,To me there is a huge difference. I am not a SB guy but the HD 500 is right
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To me the Rocket and Aristocrat jr. are the best razors. I find single rings are too aggressive and the tech isn’t aggressive enough.
I will keep my eyes open for one.
I really enjoyed last nights shave, my favorite razor is my 1906 SR. However The Rocket is really great. Going to use it again tonight, it will be in my regular rotation.
Have you ever tried Rocket LD500 "Paperclip"? Same Rocket head as your HD500 and the Rocket @jerrylee101 just got, but only about 36g instead of 82g or 65g. It's like an extension of your hand.
Hmmm I have a flare tip I am gonna have to check out the regular ones...
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