Want to get a Super Speed - But which one?

[philbio]

Hi All,

I am new to the forum, I have just started out with a Merkur HD and have already got my eye out for a second DE. I am considering a 1964 Super Speed, can anyone point me to a resource to help me identify the different types so I can make an informed purchase?

Many Thanks

 

[Venom]

Check this site, there is a section for this. Not sure where it is though.

 

[treebeard]

There is some info on Super Speeds here:

http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/index.php/Gillette_Super_Speed

You should also check out the reviews - there really is a lot of helpful information there.

My first DE was a 1948-1950 style Super Speed and it was a great razor to learn on and consistently gives a great shave. They are popular, abundant, and are priced reasonably. If I had to choose my first SS over again, I wouldn't change a thing.

Good luck.

 

[just1nsturm]

This thread is a great resource for super speeds!

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=56974&highlight=super+speed+identification

Oh, and welcome to B&B!!

 

[thirdeye]

Welcome to B&B, we're glad to have you aboard.

Here's another great thread on Super-Speeds.

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?p=830606#post830606

Enjoy!!!

 

[philbio]

Wow this stuff is Gold. Many thanks for the welcome, suggestions and links.

 

[Tommy C]

I have the '48-'50 and the '57 Flare Tip - they are both great. I also have a Red Tip which is also a very nice razor, different animal though.

 

[Viiru]

I am new to the forum, I have just started out with a Merkur HD and have already got my eye out for a second DE. I am considering a 1964 Super Speed, can anyone point me to a resource to help me identify the different types so I can make an informed purchase?

I'm not entirely sure it matters where you start, all of the Superspeeds should be quite reasonable and once you get started, you'll want to try them all anyway.

 

[beyboo]

I have a flare tip - looks are stunning as are the shaves !!

 

[knlgskr]

Never owned a bad one, just some better than others and the most plentiful of the safety razors; enjoy.

 

[bythbook]

Welcome!

I like the late 40's superspeeds (notably the first SS - '47, I think - but that's the one that costs most) - but for a great shave and cool looks - I think the black handled flare tip can't be beat.

Have fun!

Incidenally, you'll soon want one of each. (We know this.)

 

[Oldguy]

I never used a Super Speed I didn't like. I like the shave from the 1947 the best followed by my 1960 and then anything in the '50's. The '48 to '50 models are also great but for me a little on the mild side. And to quote bythbook, "...you'll soon want one of each..."

Len