{"product_id":"1950s-gillette-gold-adjustable-serial-toggle-double-edge-safety-razor-original-condition","title":"1950's Gillette Gold Adjustable Serial Toggle Double Edge Safety Razor | Original Condition","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"225\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"223\"\u003eSerial No. 2474 \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"746\"\u003eStep into the earliest chapter of Gillette’s adjustable razor innovation with this ultra-rare \u003cstrong data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"347\"\u003eGillette Serial Toggle\u003c\/strong\u003e, stamped \u003cstrong data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"366\"\u003e#2474\u003c\/strong\u003e. Unlike the later retail production Toggles, which used the toggle lever for both blade loading and release, the Serial Toggle’s lever was designed both as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"552\"\u003ecleaning mechanism and blade loading operation\u003c\/strong\u003e. This means the razor still functions perfectly for shaving and adjusts just like a production Toggle, but the lever opens partially to allow \u003cstrong data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"718\"\u003emaintenance and cleaning.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"1177\"\u003eThat subtle difference tells the story of a razor in transition — Gillette was testing ideas, refining mechanics, and perfecting what would become the beloved retail Toggle. While the mass-market versions (1958–1960) are renowned for their convenience, the Serial Toggle holds a special place as a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1070\"\u003eprototype-era design\u003c\/strong\u003e, stamped with a serial number instead of the later date codes and produced in extremely limited numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003eThis razor had once been \u003cstrong data-start=\"1201\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003ereplated in 24k Gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it a commanding presence that matches its rarity. The cap does show some \u003cstrong data-start=\"1307\" data-end=\"1341\"\u003eimperfections on the doors\u003c\/strong\u003e, but the razor remains both \u003cstrong data-start=\"1370\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003efunctional and collectible\u003c\/strong\u003e — ready to be admired in a display or even put to use for a truly historic shave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003eOwning a Serial Toggle is like holding Gillette’s experimentation in your hands — a working piece of shaving history and a true crown jewel in any serious collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Razor Emporium","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49375399837973,"sku":"V-92325-1","price":850.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0802\/1108\/3541\/files\/2e75bd9e-d218-4000-91e1-307573587556.jpg?v=1758669050","url":"https:\/\/www.razoremporium.net\/products\/1950s-gillette-gold-adjustable-serial-toggle-double-edge-safety-razor-original-condition","provider":"Razor Emporium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}