If you were to gift a razor to an experienced DE shaver, what would you get?

[Demaskee]

My dad likes all things old school so I'm thinking about getting him a vintage safety razor for Father's Day that he could use. He currently has an EJ DE89 (as do I).

I'm thinking something adjustable might be in order since he doesn't currently have that option. Maybe something similar to what he currently uses, but different enough to give him some variety.

What are your thoughts/recommendations?

 

[Haggises]

When was he born? Is a dated birth year razor viable?
A shiny Fatboy or Slim will always impress. If not an adjustable then a nice Single Ring or one of the fancier types - Sheraton, Senator, aristocrat editions etc

 

[Demaskee]

Definitely, He was born in Nov 1958. I guess that makes him a D-4.

 

[Elder Scrolls]

Definitely, He was born in Nov 1958. I guess that makes him a D-4.

Get him a D4 Fatboy

 

[Mick]

Get him a D4 Fatboy

+1 on a NOS/cased fatboy or even the gold plated Executive (gold fatboy).

For a new razor the Progress might be one he would enjoy as the adjustment levels wrap around the DE89 (more and less then a DE 89)

 

[Haggises]

Definitely, He was born in Nov 1958. I guess that makes him a D-4.

You must be mistaken. Fathers of posters cannot be only 7 years older than ME.



Definitely a Fatboy.
Else something old and snappy.
Or..... have you ever considered a Single Edge?

 

[SteveWY]

I was going to ask about his birth year and quarter! You must look no further nor ask for any other ideas! I concur, any D4. Go with a D4 Gillette "Adjustable" if you can find one. Oh, and may I say as a C3 person myself and a father of adult children, I would be absolutely blown away if my kids gifted me a birth year-quarter razor.

 

[seattleshaver]

Get him a New Short (or Long) Comb for something different.

 

[StuMcB]

Like all above, a birth year razor. Saying that it's hit and miss trying to track em down. I'd go with a cased super adjustabale(there seems to be a lot about at the moment) or a re-palted Gillette NEWs' either sc or lc and get a case for it. If your stuck for one Krona on here may be able to help. His work is very good.

 

[mistercitizen]

What's your mother's birthyear/quarter? Maybe he'd get a kick out of having a razor that is her age??

Ben

 

[Hunter]

Birthyears are a good choice, if he is into history maybe get one made in the same year as an event that is important to him. Or maybe a razor and box that was exclusive to a group like the 1953 Gillette issued to the Canadian Army that I'm hoping is delivered today.

 

[Demaskee]

+1 on a NOS/cased fatboy or even the gold plated Executive (gold fatboy).

Did they make the Fatboy in 58? I see a lot of 59s on ebay. I'd love to try and find one if they did. (Nevermind, I just saw one)

You must be mistaken. Fathers of posters cannot be only 7 years older than ME.



Definitely a Fatboy.
Else something old and snappy.
Or..... have you ever considered a Single Edge?

Haha lets, just say I was younger than many to wise up on wet shaving ;-)

We both want to eventually get up to single edges. That may be something more of a joint effort in the future. As for now, we're having too much fun going down the DE rabbit hole. I have 3 different bottles of Pinaud aftershave heading my way from him right now.

Like all above, a birth year razor. Saying that it's hit and miss trying to track em down. I'd go with a cased super adjustabale(there seems to be a lot about at the moment) or a re-palted Gillette NEWs' either sc or lc and get a case for it. If your stuck for one Krona on here may be able to help. His work is very good.

Good to know, I don't mind paying a bit, it the quality is good, especialy if the case is well kept. I've got a little time too

What's your mother's birthyear/quarter? Maybe he'd get a kick out of having a razor that is her age??

Ben

Hmm that's an Idea. Especially if I'm having trouble tracking his down. She would be 1959 July, So I guess an E3.

Thanks for all the info! Looks like I'll be scouring the sites looking for a bit!

 

[gmgaj]

There are a ton of good options. His birth quarter, wedding quarter, your birth quarter, or something just old and cool. 1912, lathercatcher, injector, gillette new....any of these could work and shave great. I'd definitely look for a D3 as first choice if it was me, though.

 

[CGW409]

You must be mistaken. Fathers of posters cannot be only 7 years older than ME.



Definitely a Fatboy.
Else something old and snappy.
Or..... have you ever considered a Single Edge?

Haggises
Try 3 years,and a month older ,I'm a G-4 date code.

+1 on the birth quarter 195 or Executive.

 

[TheVez2]

For an experienced DE user, get them a single edge razor and let them experience true shaving bliss.

 

[Copierguy]

That D4 FatBoy sounds great.

Guys, wait till you are older that a poster's Grandfather.

 

[JeffOlson]

^ I'm already older than the OP's father. What happened? Where did the time go? Sigh. Well, at least I have a nice shave awaiting me on the morrow. I think I'll use my D-1 birthyear-quarter TV razor...

My suggestion: a birth year-quarter Fatboy!

 

[dpmtherrien]

Without getting into any detail, just get a slant.

 

[Demaskee]

Without getting into any detail, just get a slant.

Haha

 

[Demaskee]

Gents,

I just made this purchase. It included the Fatboy D4 & Case I was looking to get my dad as well as several other razors including an adjustable slim that I have been wanting for myself. I may have overpaid in the end (not too sure), but for me it was worth it.

(You'll have to scroll down to see it)
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dl...0&ssPageName=ADME:L:OC:US:3160#ht_1191wt_1165

Thanks again for the help!