A sought after razor indeed- the 59 or 500 or double ring British HD Rocket. Incredible mechanical condition on this razor with nothing bent or broken. Features worm gear style TTO mechanism - providing a very smooth open and close! Watch as the bottom TTO knob goes up into the handle as you open it and close it. The British designs for the Gillette razors were superior to many of their American counterparts.
This razor has gone through our Tune-Up service, including: ultra-sonic cleaning, lubrication, and sanitization. It is Shave Ready condition for your pleasure upon arrival to you.
The HD means that this razor is Heavy Duty - heavier than most vintage razors at 71 grams. Feels amazing in your hand! Blade tray reads PATENT PENDING. A rare razor model indeed! Pick up this razor today, and add it to your heirloom collection and shave line-up.
Country of Manufacture: England Type: Double Edge Razor Finish: Nickel Date: 1950's Condition: Cleaned, Sanitized and Shave Ready Grade: Excellent Imperfections: n/a Included: Razor, Case, Dispenser
History: The Gillette Rocket came on the scene in the late 1940's and ran through continuous production into the 1980's. The Rocket was the British equivelant of the American Super Speed - named for how fast your shaves would be using this TTO model.
