Are Old Chrome/Nickle Gillette Razor Blade Cases Rare?

[gulfwinds]

I can't seem to locate one on ebay and have tried different search terms to no avail. I don't need a whole shave set but am trying to locate just a blade case for my travel kit. Is this something that's ultra rare and only found when obtaining a full kit? I would have thought that something would show up. Alternately, is there a modern equivalent available from a retailer?

Many thanks!

Scott

 

[sychodelix]

I've seen a few of them, usually searching under razor blade holder, but they tend to be pretty expensive unless you find one with a cased razor.

 

[RaiserLiebe]

Keep looking. They do come up separate from razors (or with).
Try WTB here at B&B? Someone may have an extra they would part with.
I have one- they are useful as a travel blade bank.
Mike

 

[mdove47]

Sent you a link to a current auction on ebay.....

I got several at different times....seems as if there a lots of them on all at once or they are scarce as hen's teeth. I do not know of any modern equivalents. I paid about $10/case

 

[StuMcB]

I was looking a few weeks back to complete my then Gillette New Standard. I found that a few had been listed at Gillette Match box / blade case. Still going for around £5 to £10 though so not cheap.

 

[mdove47]

Check ebay for match cases.....there are tons of different kinds/shapes there.

 

[gulfwinds]

Sent you a link to a current auction on ebay.....

I got several at different times....seems as if there a lots of them on all at once or they are scarce as hen's teeth. I do not know of any modern equivalents. I paid about $10/case

Darn... I missed the auction ending. I was out browsing through the flea market and antique shops but came up empty other than a full bottle of Old Spice Cologne from 1989 for $1.

 

[lister]

I picked up a pair of them at an antique fair for $10 a piece full of old blades. The stall did have more of them and the stallholder seemed to think they were fairly available. Haven't tried eBay though.

 

[shavethegray]

Check ebay for match cases.....there are tons of different kinds/shapes there.

I have purchased a couple on the 'Bay. They go anywhere from $5 to $15 depending upon finish, condition, and interest. There are almost always some there on auction. Search for "blade case", "blade box", or "blade safe". You can also try adding "metal" and/or "razor"--"metal blade box" or "razor blade case". I never see them at flea markets or antique stores/malls by themselves. Good luck.