Just to clarify, a 'flare tip' is one type of the razor that Gillette called the Superspeed.
There should me a letter and a number underneath the baseplate that will tell you the year and the quarter of its manufacture. A=1955, D=1958, etc. The numbers 1-4 indicate first through fourth quarter of the designated year.
It is a pretty easy razor with which to start. Blase loading is simple because of the butterfly doors. Tighten them down before you shave with it.
Have fun.
There is also a Z under Reg. US and a 2 under Pat.Off.The photos I posted show all the markings/writing on the razor. There are no letters or other numbers.
REG US, Gillette on one side. PAT. OFF. 2. and MADE IN USA on the other.
Indeed, although you can't see it very good on the photos, this is a Z-2. 1954. Wouldn't call that a medium razor. It is very mild.
Gentlemen, I appreciate your better eyesight than mine. Partly due to my horrible photo taking skills. I thank you both. I think I will pick it up!There is also a Z under Reg. US and a 2 under Pat.Off.
2nd quarter of 1954
You won't be disappointed, it's an excellent shaver!Gentlemen, I appreciate your better eyesight than mine. Partly due to my horrible photo taking skills. I thank you both. I think I will pick it up!
Yessir! Pair it with a Feather blade.You won't be disappointed, it's an excellent shaver!