1918 Gillette WW1-Issued Old Type Ball End Safety Razor | Factory Nickel Revamp

Forged in history. Restored for a new generation.

This is no ordinary razor—this is a 1918 WWI-issued Gillette Ball End Double Edge Safety Razor, proudly stamped “MADE IN USE”, a powerful reminder of the tools carried by American soldiers through the trenches of the Great War. Issued under U.S. military contract, this piece was standard-issue kit for doughboys stationed around the world—a small but essential part of daily life in the harshest conditions imaginable.

Over a century later, this remarkable artifact has been professionally restored in factory nickel plating, bringing back its original luster and preserving its utility and historical significance. Every detail, from the knurled ball-end handle to the open comb head, reflects the rugged quality and timeless design that made Gillette the name in shaving.

Key Features:

• Fully restored in factory nickel – gleaming like the day it left Gillette’s factory

• Original Ball End handle – balanced, textured, and true to form

• Open comb head – engineered for an efficient, traditional wet shave

• Shave-ready or display-worthy – ideal for collectors, re-enactors, or daily users

This razor isn’t just a grooming tool—it’s a military heirloom. A bridge between the past and present, restored not just for looks, but for life.

Own the blade that helped shape a generation.