GIVEAWAY! A different kind of PIF!

[Big_T]

For those that don't know, the book is copyright 1978 and covers the history of the Gillette company up to that time. Includes information on their other product lines such as Toni for ladies and Papermate pens. There are tidbits of information such as the name Atra originally came from Australian Test Razor where an opposing blade design was consumer tested in 1967. The opposing blades, looking similar to a potato peeler, allowed for shaving with a back-and-forth motion. The design was eventually dropped but of course, the Atra name was used years later with the new meaning of Automatic Tracking Razor Action.

I also just learned that the author passed away just last month.

 

[Keith_Weir]

This book, King C. Gillette the man and his wonderful shaving device, could be yours if you have at least 10 quality posts as of yesterday April 14, 2023, and post below showing you're in for the random drawing on Thursday, April 20, 2023.

Although a First Edition, the book is an ex-public library book and not in the best condition but all of the text is there.

Also included with the book will be 10 assorted DE razor blades. Shipping is on me, so it costs you nothing to enter and win! CONUS only.

Good Luck!

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Count me in good sir !!

 

[Golden Green]

I'm in! Never would have thought something like this existed. Thanks for doing this Big T!

 

[Big_T]

The winner will be selected at random Thursday morning so jump in now if you're interested!

 

[Big_T]

Winner will be selected at random tomorrow morning. Jump in now for your chance!

 

[Big_T]

And the winner is....post #15, @gpjoe

Congratulations! Send me a PM with your mailing info and this will be on its way to you.

Thanks everyone for participating!

 

[EclipseRedRing]

A great PIF with an excellent prize, congratulations to @gpjoe

 

[Dtownvino]

Nice congrats!

 

[Jmp63]

Super cool PIF! Congrats to @gpjoe!

Thank you @Big_T For continuing to help make Badger & Blade one of (probably the best) the best places on the interwebs!

 

[gpjoe]

And the winner is....post #15, @gpjoe
...

Wow, pretty cool.

Thanks again to @Big_T

 

[LoveThatBurn]

Congrats!
Thanks for the chance.

 

[emwolf]

Very cool, sorry I missed this one. Congrats and looking forward to a book report!

 

[gpjoe]

So, I've been conversing with @Big_T and we've decided to make this a pass-around, if there is interest.

Once I receive the book and blades, and have a chance to look it over (notice I didn't commit to reading the entire book ) I'm planning to sign and date it, note my home state, slip a few of my favorite blades between the pages, and send it on to another member.

I think it will be kinda cool to follow its travels. Pictures would be very cool.

Thoughts?

 

[ylekot]

Congrats @gpjoe! Nice idea with the pass around too! Nice PIF @Big T

 

[timetofly]

So, I've been conversing with @Big_T and we've decided to make this a pass-around, if there is interest.

Once I receive the book and blades, and have a chance to look it over (notice I didn't commit to reading the entire book ) I'm planning to sign and date it, note my home state, slip a few of my favorite blades between the pages, and send it on to another member.

I think it will be kinda cool to follow its travels. Pictures would be very cool.

Thoughts?

That was my intent upon entering.

 

[gpjoe]

That was my intent upon entering.

Yeah, I couldn't see just stuffing it onto a bookshelf to collect dust, so I asked Big_T and he approved. When I'm done with it, I'll probably start another thread for the pass-around.

 

[den fly]

This book, King C. Gillette the man and his wonderful shaving device, could be yours if you have at least 10 quality posts as of yesterday April 14, 2023, and post below showing you're in for the random drawing on Thursday, April 20, 2023.

Although a First Edition, the book is an ex-public library book and not in the best condition but all of the text is there.

Also included with the book will be 10 assorted DE razor blades. Shipping is on me, so it costs you nothing to enter and win! CONUS only.

Good Luck!

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I've got this book. Its a great read and would highly recommend.