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In going through my father's estate, I found some interesting items. Most notably a Gillette NEW short comb. It's in great mechanical shape though the finish is long gone. Some gold replating and it'll be good as new. Even old and beat up, it gave a great shave and I look forward to driving this one daily! Seems like an odd case compared to pictures I've seen online.
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I also found a beat up broken down 1967 Slim Adjustable that was buried loose in a toolbox for who knows how long (in separate drawers!!!???). I have a 1962 Slim adjustable that's been my daily driver for about 50 years now, as well as a fatboy and a few other old Gillettes, so this find isn't too heartbreaking, but it's still sad to see.
The TTO Shaft is broken, the top of the head is separated from it. Is it possible that this can be repaired? Any suggestions on where to send it for repair?
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Hello, you will need a new center rod from a Slim or Black beauty. The original could be hard soldered or welded, but I fear the brass is pretty weak where the head sheared off and it’s also heavily twisted.
I’d keep it for spare parts.
Adam
Good eye, I didn't even notice the twist. With that it's probably not worth repairing. Thanks for the reply!
Received these 2 in March from Flying Dutchman but only clean and get it ready for use just before the weekend..
Gillette British RFB #88 - right
Gillette Empire Goodwill- Left
Before and after..cleaning..
Gillette British RFB #88 before & after...
Gillette Empire Goodwill before & after
Shaved with Goodwill on Sat 4th..quite enjoyed it..
Shave with RFB on Sun 5th...really comfortable...
Gillette British RFB #88 - right
Gillette Empire Goodwill- Left
Before and after..cleaning..
Gillette Empire Goodwill before & after
Shaved with Goodwill on Sat 4th..quite enjoyed it..
Shave with RFB on Sun 5th...really comfortable...
I am not familiar with DE's to much so if you don't mind please tell me the proper name for this type of DE.
A friend gave me these two that were his Grandfathers and he new I could make use of them.
I know the Black handle Gillette is a Black beauty dated W1 so 73 first quarter I think.
The other in its own cool box says made in Canada. I know its a Gillette as its stamped with the logo but there is no date with it. Any Ideas?
Never seen these before,
Cool box for the other type,
A friend gave me these two that were his Grandfathers and he new I could make use of them.
I know the Black handle Gillette is a Black beauty dated W1 so 73 first quarter I think.
The other in its own cool box says made in Canada. I know its a Gillette as its stamped with the logo but there is no date with it. Any Ideas?
Never seen these before,
Cool box for the other type,
Nice to see that these made it all the way to Malaysia. I would love to know more about the Gillette logo on the #88 RFB handle.
I am not familiar with DE's to much so if you don't mind please tell me the proper name for this type of DE.
A friend gave me these two that were his Grandfathers and he new I could make use of them.
I know the Black handle Gillette is a Black beauty dated W1 so 73 first quarter I think.
The other in its own cool box says made in Canada. I know its a Gillette as its stamped with the logo but there is no date with it. Any Ideas?
Never seen these before,
Cool box for the other type,
It's vaguely visable but it's an Richwood set. Based on the code on the baseplate you should be able to date it.
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That is a very nice set!!
Thank you, I don't see a date code like a typical Gillette though.
There is a number underneath the "cap" 15911 z I think. The z I'm not 100% on but looks like it.
What do you call this type of razor... 3 piece?
Thank you, I don't see a date code like a typical Gillette though.
There is a number underneath the "cap" 15911 z I think. The z I'm not 100% on but looks like it.
What do you call this type of razor... 3 piece?
It should be made around the early 1920's. Can you post an picture of the code?
That is a 1921 with that serial from Canada. This razor is a Gillette New Standard. I’d reference it as a Richwood due to the set, though. I could be mistaken on the last part. [emoji3]
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I will try to clean these up in the next few days.
You can see what I mean about the "z" it isn't in line with the other numbers.
You can see what I mean about the "z" it isn't in line with the other numbers.
Z is the country code for Canada. It’s a 1921.
Thank you very much for the help!
How does the number contribute? 15911. I don't see a reference to numbers in the 1921 column.
With the USA making more than 800,000 serialed razors in 1921 (serial 1A, 2A, 3A, etc. through 863,912A) , I strongly suspect that Canada made more than 16,000 (1Z, 2Z, 3Z, etc.) serialed razors in 1921. Your serial is low at 15,911Z
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You have been most helpful.
Thank you.
Thank you.
Sorry for the late response. The regular DE blades will not fit correctly. I somehow forced Gillette 7' O Clock and had a very close shave. I think Cooper razors will accept only Cooper blades. Anyhow, this has given a comfortable and close shave!
I am not familiar with DE's to much so if you don't mind please tell me the proper name for this type of DE.
A friend gave me these two that were his Grandfathers and he new I could make use of them.
I know the Black handle Gillette is a Black beauty dated W1 so 73 first quarter I think.
The other in its own cool box says made in Canada. I know its a Gillette as its stamped with the logo but there is no date with it. Any Ideas?
Never seen these before,
Cool box for the other type,
I got these cleaned up today,
Can't wait to try them!
I just got this hapa tech in the mail. I haven't cleaned it up yet. The handle is a fat gold tech and the head is an Old Type. The SN dates it to 1918 civilian range. It just caught my eye and was dirt cheap.
I got these cleaned up today,
Can't wait to try them!
Lookin’ good you two!
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