Vintage Trac II handles? How are they?

[Shavetheman01]

How do you like the vintage Trac II handles? I previously tried the Indian 7 o'clock PII handle that looks just like the original,but my only gipe was that it felt light.

I managed to get one of these vintage handles. Anyone think weight makes the difference?

 

[Sabre]

Most Trac II aftermarket handles are unattractive. The Wilkinson Sword Profile Metals are attractive. The Merkur and Evernice are also worth considering. Some of the Super II's and Profiles are also quite good too.

 

[ajkel64]

Most Trac II aftermarket handles are unattractive. The Wilkinson Sword Profile Metals are attractive. The Merkur and Evernice are also worth considering. Some of the Super II's and Profiles are also quite good too.

Nice collection @Sabre, thanks for sharing.

 

[shave/brush]

I like mine.

 

[Sabre]

Nice collection @Sabre, thanks for sharing.

That's just a few Profiles, I probably have 30.

 

[Sabre]

I like mine.

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Does anyone know when the ridged version was available?

 

[shave/brush]

Does anyone know when the ridged version was available?

What is the ridged version, the one like mine? I got mine new in 1974.

 

[FaceScraper]

What is the ridged version, the one like mine? I got mine new in 1974.

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I’m really enjoying my Schick super II classic by international silver .

Sorry about the orientation


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[Sabre]

What is the ridged version, the one like mine? I got mine new in 1974.

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Yes, the handle is ridged. I can't find the photo someone took of both as a comparison. Here's an old photoof mine showing the various versions.

The first handle is ridged

 

[shave/brush]

I see, ridged as opposed to the fine line type. I think you once told me (Sabre) that mine was a rare bird.

 

[Shavetheman01]

I'm starting to really like my gold-tone metal handle which was unbranded from the 70s. The weight and balance make a huge difference in the aggressiveness.

It's making me wonder why I even kept the Indian 7'Clock handle for the past few years

 

[Sabre]

I have just seen the rarest TracII ever. Sadly, I cannot share any further details.

 

[FaceScraper]

What is the ridged version, the one like mine? I got mine new in 1974.

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I picked up a ridged one plus an old regular TRAC II as a package for $0.01 plus shipping this week on the bay. It cleaned up pretty nicely. I like it.

 

[BigFoot]

When my Dad passed, Mom gave me Dad's handle from the 80's, I like it much better than the modern replacements.

 

[FaceScraper]

I have just seen the rarest TracII ever. Sadly, I cannot share any further details.

So Sabre....any more details on this rare Trac II? Can you tell us yet?

 

[Sabre]

So Sabre....any more details on this rare Trac II? Can you tell us yet?

Well imagine that Gillette purchased another razor brand as they did with Permatek. They marketed the Trac II under this brand, I have only seen one. I am trying to negotiate a discount.

 

[FarmerTan]

Well imagine that Gillette purchased another razor brand as they did with Permatek. They marketed the Trac II under this brand, I have only seen one. I am trying to negotiate a discount.

Good luck! Please let us know how it comes out.

 

[mjclark]

Most Trac II aftermarket handles are unattractive. The Wilkinson Sword Profile Metals are attractive. The Merkur and Evernice are also worth considering. Some of the Super II's and Profiles are also quite good too.

Thanks for the great photos!
I totally agree that a lot of the 70s aftermarket handles for the Trac II are very unattractive to my 21st Century sensibilities.
The OEM handles from Gillette however are a design classic.

After today’s P II shave I’m a sudden convert to the excellence of the Trac II and I’ve ordered a Colibri Onyx and Gold handle so that’s about as ‘70s as you can eh?

 

[shave/brush]

I may have to use my Trac II today. You guys have stimulated my interested again.

 

[FaceScraper]

Well imagine that Gillette purchased another razor brand as they did with Permatek. They marketed the Trac II under this brand, I have only seen one. I am trying to negotiate a discount.

Good luck!