Newest edition to my collection

[Rudd4Prez]

So we were at grandma's house this weekend and I found this. Used to be grandpa's who passed away a couple years ago. Grandma says she thinks there are others around the house. Nothing major but since I just started less than a month ago, this is neat to have. I believe it is 1968 the code is N4.
Any info or comments would be helpful. Gotta clean this up and try it out.

 

[Buzz_Kill]

I have one like that. I haven't used it yet, but have heard many great things about the Super Speeds.

Congrats on the new addition.

 

[WhiskerWhacker74]

You are going to like that razor. and , because it was your Grandpa's makes it that much more special.

 

[AceByTerror]

Sigh. I'd kill for either of my grandfather's razors, but sadly they both passed well before I even started shaving, let alone discovered the proper shave. Nobody knows what happened to their razors

 

[Dools]

Very Nice!

Congratulations.

 

[maxman]

The family connection is great.
Enjoy it. The SS razors are nice.

 

[gunterbr]

Very nice razor you'll definitely have many years of great shaves with that superspeed.

 

[ThePatrician]

Congrats, that's awesome! I wish I had my grandpa's razor, but I think he switched to Trac2 and Barbasol.

You are going to like that razor. and , because it was your Grandpa's makes it that much more special.

What a great second razor!

 

[Rudd4Prez]

Thanks everyone I think I will really enjoy shaving with it. I am looking forward to finding more "treasures" next time I go up. He was a WWII vet I think gillette made a military one would love to find that if he still has it.

Bryan

 

[clk]

Family Heirlooms always make the best shavers. Enjoy!

 

[Jess]

Nice! I just got one for $13.50. Can't wait to give it a try!

 

[celestino]

Excellent find and enjoy the razor!

 

[Rudd4Prez]

Well had my first go with the 68 yesterday and I might just have to say it was my first DFS. Really smooth and so much different from the Merkur 1904 classic open comb. I can see where the Merkur would be more useful if I hadn't shaved in a few days as it seems a bit more aggressive. My face just felt cooler and smoother after this shave and it was really nice. Think I will go with the 68 for everyday and move on to exploring soaps, creams, brushes, and blades...

 

[Copierguy]

How great is than!! Not only the family connection but getting good results too.

There is a reason than millions started their day with a Super Speed shave.

 

[Sir Lurkalot]

Great razor, she be!

 

[alex2363]

Very nice, use Scrubbing Bubbles and toothbrush to clean it


http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/Gillette_Black_Handle_Super_Speed
Manufacturer: Gillette

Dates in Production: 1966-1986

Type: DE, TTO

Weight: 46-g

Description: Black handle is resin coated metal.

Notes of Interest: In 1978 the base plate changed to a square design. In 1979 the knurling changed from a square pattern to a diamond pattern. In the same general time frame, Gillette dropped the old Gillette Arrow logo for text-only branding using a distinctive font.

Photos:

Gillette Black Handle Super Speed

 

[TopperHarley]

Nice razor. It being your Grandad's makes it all the better. I wish I knew what razor my Grandad had shaved with...a part of me started shaving with a DE razor cos I always remember my Grandad shaving on a Sunday morning with one when we occassionally stayed over on weekends as kids.

 

[Rudd4Prez]

Well here are some before and after pics. Thanks for all the help and suggestions. It was a great shave.
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[Rudd4Prez]

Here are a few more
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[ERVARGASNY]

Nice Job