With that 50s plate - yes. Not with the other eras plates.
Gillette Tech ("Regus")
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Good, thanks for confirming. The tech was delivered today. I'll check it out when I get home.
Lol that trick gets mentioned once in a blue moon, glad it worked for you. I told some guys about it at a meetup a few months ago and they got a kick out of it.
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I admit it.... I didn't get the joke right off the bat.... I'm not that bright.
That vintage of Tech has a brass handle and brass plate. Despite the color of the plating, they shave the same even when mixed. It should be fine.
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Okay, I now have a couple of shaves with the Tech under my belt, and it's clear to me that while I still need to iron out the appropriate technique, this razor could be in regular rotation. Super smooth and close with a Perma-sharp. That said, I am having some trouble getting along with the handle. It's a little too thin (and maybe just a little too short) for my tastes. I read a couple of B&B threads on good modern replacement handles, but most of those are heavier and bulkier than I think I would want. Earlier today, I looked at the Razor Emporium replica handle, which is designed to replace the handle on the Old Type. It appears slightly larger, in terms of diameter and length, than the '47-'50 Tech ball-end. Has anyone compared this handle (or I guess even an original old type handle) to the Tech ball-end? I understand that it is hollow and will be a few grams lighter than the Tech handle, but I think I would be okay with that. On the other hand, I could probably find an actual fat handle tech (or preferably just the handle) for the same or less than the replica.
I have 2 of the replica handles from Razor Emporium, on in nickel and one in brass. I really like them and use them with many vintage and modern razors. As for size and weight, they are the same size and almost identical weight of the Gillette handles from the 20s. So, not much different than what you are using currently.
Even the Fat handle that often comes with a Tech feels thin to me... I tend to use Timeless Ti Crown handles... I love the look and the design works for me.... larger diameter.. and a pretty light weight. They aren't cheap, so there is that, but the matte ones often show up in their Scratch and Dent section for a few dollars off list. They weight 42.7 grams if I remember correctly.
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Thanks, gents. Very helpful advice. I love the look of the Timeless Ti Crown, but I don't think I can justify spending that much on a handle for a $15 Tech. Ironically, circling back to the beginning of this thread, I'm kind of considering buying this "REGUS" just to see what a broader handle feels like. 
Always remember it is printed right there, "pat off" DO NOT wipe off only ever pat off 
Regus are very special!
Regus are very special!Or. if you want to make your own, you can buy a center punch from Harbor Freight or Menards,Thanks, gents. Very helpful advice. I love the look of the Timeless Ti Crown, but I don't think I can justify spending that much on a handle for a $15 Tech. Ironically, circling back to the beginning of this thread, I'm kind of considering buying this "REGUS" just to see what a broader handle feels like.
and a 10-32 tap from a local hardware place, and make a $7 handle.
Tool Shop® 5" Automatic Center Punch
This center punch has a hardened tip for instant marking. No hammer is needed. Plus it has a brass handle.
www.menards.com
Drill America #10-32 High Speed Steel Tap and #21 Drill Bit Set (2-Piece) POU10-32 - The Home Depot
Hand Tap and Drill Set comes with 1-high speed steel hand tap (plug style) and matching HSS black oxide drill bit in a plastic pouch. Drill Bit Information: A dependable, general purpose drill designed
www.homedepot.com
Harbor Freight handles have been discussed off-and-on on the forums. Here's one thread:
4 inch handle for my NEW
I am looking for a gold or brass colored 4 inch long handle to use with my Gillette NEW. I shaved with my New yesterday, it delivers a great shave. The handle I have is only 3 inches long. I really do not want to buy a custom handle due to the cost. One option I found so far is the Equinox Old...
www.badgerandblade.com
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This is excellent advice. I would never pat this guy off.Always remember it is printed right there, "pat off" DO NOT wipe off only ever pat off
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Yes! Love itOr. if you want to make your own, you can buy a center punch from Harbor Freight or Menards,
and a 10-32 tap from a local hardware place, and make a $7 handle.
Tool Shop® 5" Automatic Center Punch
This center punch has a hardened tip for instant marking. No hammer is needed. Plus it has a brass handle.Drill America #10-32 High Speed Steel Tap and #21 Drill Bit Set (2-Piece) POU10-32 - The Home Depot
Hand Tap and Drill Set comes with 1-high speed steel hand tap (plug style) and matching HSS black oxide drill bit in a plastic pouch. Drill Bit Information: A dependable, general purpose drill designedwww.homedepot.com
Harbor Freight handles have been discussed off-and-on on the forums. Here's one thread:
4 inch handle for my NEW
I am looking for a gold or brass colored 4 inch long handle to use with my Gillette NEW. I shaved with my New yesterday, it delivers a great shave. The handle I have is only 3 inches long. I really do not want to buy a custom handle due to the cost. One option I found so far is the Equinox Old...
Techs for the win!!!
These days I use a standard 1950 French hollow handle for about half of my shaves - a loving simplistic and mild shave.
The last couple of days though have been even higher quality shaving with the British Rolls Royce, the Hybrid Tech
These days I use a standard 1950 French hollow handle for about half of my shaves - a loving simplistic and mild shave.
The last couple of days though have been even higher quality shaving with the British Rolls Royce, the Hybrid Tech
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