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1916 Gillette ABC Pocket Edition Set Ball End Old Type w/ Metal Case & Blade Bank
1916 Gillette ABC Pocket Edition Set Ball End Old Type w/ Metal Case & Blade Bank
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A beautiful razor from 1916 American Button Co. (ABC) Set made by Gillette. These sets are quite unique and rare - coming with the razor, blade bank, and mirror. Featuring open comb guard and balanced ball-end handle. Teeth straight and ready to shave.
Don't let this one fantastic WWI razor get away!
Country of Manufacture: USA
Type: Double Edge Razor Head
Finish: Silver
Date: 1916, Serial number D134147
Condition: Cleaned, Sanitized and Shave Ready
Grade: Good
Imperfections: As seen in pics
Included: Razor, case, blade bank
History: The Gillette Old Type was the original razor head produced by Gillette Safety Razor Co. It features 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.
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