A Boring Shave

[Haggises]

I shaved this morning with my boring 40s Superspeed.
It's not gold like a Milord, doesn't have the heft of an Aristocrat, not rhodium shiny like a President.
It doesn't have the looks of an ABC, or the variations of a Fatboy/Slim/SA.
It doesn't have the history and depth of an OLD or a NEW.
It doesn't even have a set of colours to differentiate mild, medium or aggressive.

What it does do is shave great. No fuss, no nonsense, just a great shave.

Anyone else have this feeling with a razor? It's not fancy, but by golly it works.

 

[77TransAm]

I had one for a couple weeks, only used it a few times before I traded it. I was happy with it though. No fuss, no nonsense. I somewhat miss having traded it. Oh well, I got my 1922 Old Type with case - Made in Canada as well, for it.

 

[whavens]

I think the 40's SS is a workhorse of a razor. but you are correct, not pretty, not variable, no lengthy history. Just a great shave day in and day out.

 

[chongo gordo]

I had a nice one, no plate loss, clean. Shave was on the mild side so I sold it. Kept thinking about that razor, bought another 40's Super Speed to replace it. Live and learn.

 

[JaxJim]

I think the 40's SS is a workhorse of a razor. but you are correct, not pretty, not variable, no lengthy history. Just a great shave day in and day out.

Eye of the beholder, I guess. I think the 40s Super Speed is one of the best looking vintage DEs available-- truly a classic design.

 

[wagstaff]

I think the 40s Super Speeds look great, too. I don't have. one. I feel pretty much the same way about my flare-tip.

 

[ateace]

I really like the no-nonsense esthetic of these razors. As you said, just a workhorse that does the job simply and effectively.

 

[the beav]

They are great shavers, and there used to be more buzz about them here on the boards.

 

[mistercitizen]

I feel similar about the Gillette Fat Handle Tech..... or Gillette Techs in general for that matter. There is non sophisticated and utilitarian about a Tech head. The way you know is to put the Tech head on a fancy handle like a UFO and it just seems different than if you were to put something like a New or an Old Type head on that handle. Still, I love the Fat Handle Tech just like I love the Super Speed. Truely classic solid bar workhorse DE razors.

Ben

 

[Beerhunter]

I will have to dig mine up and use it on my next shave. I have to use it. Thanks for the write up.

 

[gus1942]

I feel similar about the Gillette Fat Handle Tech..... or Gillette Techs in general for that matter. There is non sophisticated and utilitarian about a Tech head. The way you know is to put the Tech head on a fancy handle like a UFO and it just seems different than if you were to put something like a New or an Old Type head on that handle. Still, I love the Fat Handle Tech just like I love the Super Speed. Truely classic solid bar workhorse DE razors.

Ben

+1 Ben. I feel that way about my Techs and my Dad's 1949 Super Speed. I do use a variety of handles with my Techs.

 

[Dantheman]

Love my 40's SS. I usually keep it in a hard eyeglass case for a travel razor, but feel the need to dig it out and use it. Every time I travel, I say how great a job it does and gives a nice smooth DFS. Thanks for reminding me.

 

[martym]

Yes sir. My R41 Grande.
i haven't put chrome wheels on it or an expensive stereo system. Nor have I suped up the engine, but man it purrs like a kitten and starts on the 1st try every time.
What a wonderful shave I get with it.

 

[Stateref05]

I have that feeling everytime I use my wilkinson sword plastic de. Gives the best shave with little frills. Awesome razor.

 

[kingfisher]

I feel similar about the Gillette Fat Handle Tech..... or Gillette Techs in general for that matter. There is non sophisticated and utilitarian about a Tech head. The way you know is to put the Tech head on a fancy handle like a UFO and it just seems different than if you were to put something like a New or an Old Type head on that handle. Still, I love the Fat Handle Tech just like I love the Super Speed. Truely classic solid bar workhorse DE razors.

Ben

Endorse.

The Tech is a great head. I think it leaves the Superspeed in its dust.

 

[rxonmymind]

Booooooring indeed. That's one razor I'll pass on/off. Even the flare tip models have a bit more pizzaz and shave as well. I'll shave with a lady Gillette before 40's supers speed.