A beautiful razor from 1905 featuring open comb guard and balanced handle. The standard set was produced for the man who wanted to shave themselves and aided in Gillette's cause of making shaving accessible away from the barbershop and convenient for businessmen. Teeth are straight and ready to shave. Original silver plating requires constant upkeep so we upgraded the finish with superior Rhodium! Rhodium shines just as bright and white and will never tarnish. Super durable, aggressive shaver, this set has been cleaned and sanitized.
Original leather case has been revitalized with a proper application and hand buff with shoe polish to bring out the natural luster. Metal slide lock on case still intact and working. Threading is smooth and functions perfect. This razor set has been professionally restored, plated and polished, ultra-sonically cleaned, and sanitized bringing it to Shave Ready condition for your pleasure.
This set is rare, particularly due to the Gillette Sales Co. Times Building - Times Square NYC logo on the silk screen in the beautiful leather case. This feature which was only available for a few years at the beginning of Gillette's history. Pick up this classic today!
Country of Manufacture: USA Type: Double Edge Razor Finish: Rhodium Date: 1905 406322 Condition: Cleaned, Sanitized and Shave Ready Grade: Revamped Imperfections: leather on case is fragile Included: Razor, case
History: The Gillette Old Type was the original razor produced by Gillette Safety Razor Co. Debuted in 1907, the Single Ring features open comb design with two stabilizer pins that keep the blade straight. These heads are known for their smooth yet aggressive shaves.
