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1950's British Gillette Heavy Red Tip DE Super Speed Safety Razor w/ Case & Blade Bank | Made in England | RARE

1950's British Gillette Heavy Red Tip DE Super Speed Safety Razor w/ Case & Blade Bank | Made in England | RARE

Regular price $350.00 USD
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One of the most classic DE razors ever to be made - the Super Speed. Great overall condition on this Red Tip or Heavy type. Nothing bent or broken- doors open and close smoothly. The Red Tip is famous for its added heft and increased aggressive shaves. If you have coarse hair and are looking for a bit more umpf, give this razor a go! 

This razor has been professionally Tuned Up and arrives 100% Shave Ready!  

Country of Manufacture: England
Type: Double Edge Razor
Finish: Nickel over brass base
Date: 1950's Condition: Cleaned, Sanitized and Shave Ready
Grade: Excellent
Imperfections: all as shown in photos
Included: Razor, original maroon case, Blue Blades

History: The Gillette Super Speed came on the scene in the late 1940's and ran through continuous production into the 1980's. In the 1950's Gillette tried to offer flexibility for shavers by having a Light, Regular and Heavy Super Speed with varying blade exposures and handle weights. This razor model is extremely popular with today's community because of its heft and close shave performance. 

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