Thanks Juan, you're probably right.
Safety Razor Acquisition Thread.
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Thanks Juan, you're probably right.
2 Fatip Grande razors
1 Fatip Classic Lo Storto Open Comb
1 Fatip Classic Lo Storto Open Comb
I live in the wrong place... All the old folks sell everything off before moving down here
But I did find a very nice 1952 Super Speed in the original case with blades, cardboard insert and instructions back in July. My first antique mall/flea market find. Hove only picked up 4 more razors and an Old Spice mug since then at 2 other flea malls.
I live in the wrong place... All the old folks sell everything off before moving down here
But I did find a very nice 1952 Super Speed in the original case with blades, cardboard insert and instructions back in July. My first antique mall/flea market find. Hove only picked up 4 more razors and an Old Spice mug since then at 2 other flea malls.
Congrats!
This little well-cleaned beauty arrived in the mail yesterday. It should be a Gillette Flare Tip Super Speed Double Edge Safety Razor E-4 1959 (according the seller, I've not the knowledge to tell!).
Today, I received what is definitely the crappiest razor I’ve ever bought. I saw it a couple of weeks ago on eBay while searching for an iKon handle, priced at just over £16.00. (Around $20?) I could tell it was rubbish, but what caught my eye was the description:
“HANDLE WEIGHT IN GRAM=179G
HANDLE WEIGHT IN OUNCES=6.3OZ
HANDLE LENGTH IN MM=100MM
HANDLE LENGTH IN INCHES=3.93"
179 grams? And under 4 inches long? And advertised as Stainless Steel? Well it piqued my curiosity; I wandered off, bought an iKon Bulldog II, and then after a few days, as you do, thought, ‘I must have a punt, if only to see what the handle’s like.’ So by the magic of the internet, I tapped on the iPad a few times, and today the postie pushed it through the letterbox.
The case is rubbish. Razor head likewise:
Now, I was right about the high crappy factor - except for the handle! For the price especially, it’s cracking! Although it isn’t 179 grams at all (that‘s the total), but a still reasonable 105 grams (3.7 oz). And it’s actually 77mm (3.04”), which makes it a nice stubby handle. As for the quality, well it’s very nicely made, knurling pretty even and well defined, and no visible flaws. It feels very comfortable and weighty to hold. Here it is on its own, and with the iKon Bulldog handle and my RR German 37 (HD handle) for comparison.
I’ve tried it with some other 3 piece razors, and the threads work fine. So the head will go to the back of the draw, but the handle will be pressed into service!
All in all, I’m happy!
Here’s a link: EXTRA HEAVY DUTY Safety Razor Double Edge Razors Blades Classic Shaving | eBay - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/EXTRA-HEAVY-DUTY-Safety-Razor-Double-Edge-Razors-Blades-Classic-Shaving/253667349705?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
I notice the price is going up - they’ll be competing with ATT soon!
Get yours now!
“HANDLE WEIGHT IN GRAM=179G
HANDLE WEIGHT IN OUNCES=6.3OZ
HANDLE LENGTH IN MM=100MM
HANDLE LENGTH IN INCHES=3.93"
179 grams? And under 4 inches long? And advertised as Stainless Steel? Well it piqued my curiosity; I wandered off, bought an iKon Bulldog II, and then after a few days, as you do, thought, ‘I must have a punt, if only to see what the handle’s like.’ So by the magic of the internet, I tapped on the iPad a few times, and today the postie pushed it through the letterbox.
The case is rubbish. Razor head likewise:
Now, I was right about the high crappy factor - except for the handle! For the price especially, it’s cracking! Although it isn’t 179 grams at all (that‘s the total), but a still reasonable 105 grams (3.7 oz). And it’s actually 77mm (3.04”), which makes it a nice stubby handle. As for the quality, well it’s very nicely made, knurling pretty even and well defined, and no visible flaws. It feels very comfortable and weighty to hold. Here it is on its own, and with the iKon Bulldog handle and my RR German 37 (HD handle) for comparison.
I’ve tried it with some other 3 piece razors, and the threads work fine. So the head will go to the back of the draw, but the handle will be pressed into service!
All in all, I’m happy!
Here’s a link: EXTRA HEAVY DUTY Safety Razor Double Edge Razors Blades Classic Shaving | eBay - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/EXTRA-HEAVY-DUTY-Safety-Razor-Double-Edge-Razors-Blades-Classic-Shaving/253667349705?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649
I notice the price is going up - they’ll be competing with ATT soon!
Get yours now!
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Addendum - the total weight should read 136g/4.8oz; handle is 105g/3.7oz as I said. 
Click the wiki link at the top of the page, and the second link will tell you all you need to know.
Yes, thank you! I have been blessed.Thank you Adam. This was pure luck, I haven't been in a flea market or antique shop in at least a year. One day I just turned off the switch, then Tuesday I had a feeling I should stop in.
I'm sure you'll find what you want someday, if I recall, you've been pretty lucky yourself.
You have stoked my fire, and am comtemplating venturing out.
I did pick up a fairly decent Sheraton case with a MMOC in it online the other day. Been wanting a case for mine. Pics to follow.
P.S. How many more til you catch Chris???
French deliveries - The long-awaited stunning Pre-#15 set (non-winged centerbar) French set arrived from a friend in the US, literally looks like new and not from 1936. And from France arrived the quite rare original 1950s French case which was only made for a short while and offered in the local market with a 3rd generation Aristocrat razor. I had the matching blade bank ready and for the photo put in one of my other 3rd gen razors to show what the set ultimately will look like. Now the hunt starts for a razor to fit
WOW Mike, score!!! Love the story behind it too! ...Would never happen here though ...
French deliveries - The long-awaited stunning Pre-#15 set (non-winged centerbar) French set arrived from a friend in the US, literally looks like new and not from 1936. And from France arrived the quite rare original 1950s French case which was only made for a short while and offered in the local market with a 3rd generation Aristocrat razor. I had the matching blade bank ready and for the photo put in one of my other 3rd gen razors to show what the set ultimately will look like. Now the hunt starts for a razor to fit
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That blue lining is counterfeit, I am afraid, Peter...
Ha, JM you rascal... 
]Inbound from the UK. Gillette NEW no 25 set with unusual baseplate.
Edwin Jagger DE89KN14BL
Edwin Jagger 3ONE6 DESSKNBL
Henson AL13 razor
This razor can be adjusted for aggression by turning the handle open or closed similar to Phoenix Shaving Asension. The built in washed on the bottom plate allows this. I don't think even Henson realized this. I turned the handle 3/4 open without blade chatter except the exposure is incredible at least 9/10 .
This razor can be adjusted for aggression by turning the handle open or closed similar to Phoenix Shaving Asension. The built in washed on the bottom plate allows this. I don't think even Henson realized this. I turned the handle 3/4 open without blade chatter except the exposure is incredible at least 9/10 .
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