The original Gillette Razor - the Single Ring Old Type. Featuring open comb guard and balanced ball-end handle. Teeth straight and ready to shave. A true classic! Comes in original leather case and features original cardboard blade banks.
The plating is in great overall condition - with 113 years of gorgeous patina. Note that the case states Gillette Sales Company - not Razor Company. In the early days of Gillette, the Sales Co was a separate entity ran by a relative of founder King C Gillette. These sets would have been sold directly into men's stores. One of the classic DE razors and becoming more scarce by the day!
Country of Manufacture: USA Type: Double Edge Razor Finish: Silver Date: 1905 (291443) Condition: Cleaned, Sanitized and Shave Ready Grade: Excellent Imperfections: Silver patina throughout, as seen in pics, NO handle cracks Included: Razor, case, 2 blade banks
History: The Gillette Old Type was the original razor produced by Gillette Safety Razor Co. Debuted in 1903, the Double Ring features open comb design with two stabilizer pins that keep the blade straight. These heads are known for their smooth yet aggressive shaves.
