One of the most beautiful razor sets that Gillette ever produced - the Empire Pocket Edition. Features heavy ornate pattern on the handle and travel case. Original gold plating has been removed, the stamped brass polished to high mirror finish. Original blade bank has been revamped in beautiful 24K Gold and has original DE Gillette blades. This razor model features the Old Type / open comb guard that made Gillette famous, a wonderfully aggressive shave.
24K Gold on mirror-finish makes this razor, case, and blade bank the most impressive addition to your collection! Truly a piece of history and they don't hit the market very often- add this to your collection or shave den today!
Country of Manufacture: USA Type: Double Edge Razor Head Finish: 24K Gold Revamp Date: B300522 Condition: Cleaned, Sanitized and Shave Ready Grade: Excellent Imperfections: none Included: Razor, blade bank, blades, case
History: The Gillette Old Type was the original razor head produced by Gillette Safety Razor Co. It featues open comb design with two stabilizer pins that keep the blade straight. These heads are known for their smooth yet aggressive shaves. These were the same model as featured in the WWI Khaki sets. The Pocket Edition series was designed to be a "barbershop in your pocket" and was one of the primary reasons why Gillette transformed the way that men around the world shaved. It empowered men to shave themselves and leave the barbershops for the comfort and skill of their own home and hand.
