Hey guys,
Quick question for anyone who knows. I just recently purchased a 1949 Gillette Super Speed. I've read nothing but great reviews about this razor. I already own a merkur HD and love it. I've always wanted a vintage blade and love the look of the super speeds. I've read that the 1948-50 models dont have serial codes and the only way to distinguish is to look for a "notch" on the bar. I am kind of a newbie to wetshaving and want to know where this notch is located? on the butterfly mechanism? the blade holder bar? on the side of the razor head? i have no clue what to look for? Please help, and maybe post pics if possible. Ive looked at many pics posted here on B&B with no answer to this question.
Quick question for anyone who knows. I just recently purchased a 1949 Gillette Super Speed. I've read nothing but great reviews about this razor. I already own a merkur HD and love it. I've always wanted a vintage blade and love the look of the super speeds. I've read that the 1948-50 models dont have serial codes and the only way to distinguish is to look for a "notch" on the bar. I am kind of a newbie to wetshaving and want to know where this notch is located? on the butterfly mechanism? the blade holder bar? on the side of the razor head? i have no clue what to look for? Please help, and maybe post pics if possible. Ive looked at many pics posted here on B&B with no answer to this question.