Wow. What an incredible and beautiful find. Congrats.
Safety Razor Acquisition Thread.
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Thank you very much. Found in UK, took some time to arrive in Germany but definitely worth waiting. I'm very happy that I found it
At the time being I don't want to sell it. I bought it to use for shaving, but now I think I will keep it for a very special day such as the wedding day of my little daughter
At the time being I don't want to sell it. I bought it to use for shaving, but now I think I will keep it for a very special day such as the wedding day of my little daughter
You can always buy another one ( maybe a 44, the 3 piece version) in used condition and keep the NOS one intact. That's probably what I would do in your situation.
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A Gillette President was sent to me.
Have you any proof? Perhaps some photographic evidence for us to examine?
At the time being I don't want to sell it. I bought it to use for shaving, but now I think I will keep it for a very special day such as the wedding day of my little daughter
Beautiful idea.
It was sent by @luvmysuper . He also sent me 15 Gillette blades and the steel case for them. I am not able to send their photo.
I was happy enough to find an English Gillette NEW which arrived yesterday. As far as I can see they both have the same head geometry. I will use it until I'm sure that this head geometry is best for me. But right now I don't intend to open the NOS #77..
Right on. Show us some pics when you get it. I’d love to see it.
Here is a picture of Billski's President (the one on top).
Here is the case that Billski's President lives in!
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Very nice. @Billski I was kidding around by the way. I wasn’t seriously asking for “proof” or “evidence”. Just like to look at pretty pictures is all
Billski may not have a photo to share with others so he asked me to post one so that everyone else can enjoy seeing it!
Only have the eBay images to share but I bought this 1953 Gold Ball End tech last night. Cant wait to get it this week!
She's a looker, Bill! @Billski
I ordered a "Gold" plated 1975 Leningrad anniversary adjustable razor from a Eastern European seller.
Didnt need it, didnt want it and could't find alot of information about Russian adjustable online but since my flare tip was sent back to the States due to extra custom tax I just had to get my hands on something vintage as well.
From what I can find the former USSR razors seem to be alot more difficult to get your hands on,especially in decent condition.
I know all you yanks believe the quality will be poor or at least worse than US/UK originals but to me something from behind the curtain has alot more mystique to it.
It's also shipping from within the EU so no additional custom tax Will be due.
Can't wait to shave like a communist
Will post pictures!
Didnt need it, didnt want it and could't find alot of information about Russian adjustable online but since my flare tip was sent back to the States due to extra custom tax I just had to get my hands on something vintage as well.
From what I can find the former USSR razors seem to be alot more difficult to get your hands on,especially in decent condition.
I know all you yanks believe the quality will be poor or at least worse than US/UK originals but to me something from behind the curtain has alot more mystique to it.
It's also shipping from within the EU so no additional custom tax Will be due.
Can't wait to shave like a communist
Will post pictures!
Lefonque
Even more clueless than you
New today RazoRock German slant
My second hand S&D Rex Ambassador. I look forward to tomorrow.
Picked up a Rex Envoy. The quality is stellar. Said to basically be a non-adjustable set to the Ambassador #3 level. First impressions have been somewhat unfavorable because it seems a bit aggressive for me, without being comfortable. Having a tough time with excessive neck irritation
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What blades have you tried with it? Hopefully you find a blade that helps you enjoy it.
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