1954 Z3 Gillette TV Special Super Speed Double Edge Safety Razor Set | Original Condition

Available to you is an excellent Gillette TV Super Speed Razor. These razors were only produced for a few years for a special promotion, making them more rare to come across.

Vintage safety razors pack some of the most bang for the buck, but knowing if they are fully functional, hygienic and shave-ready is a different story. This razor has gone through our complete tune up process. We first clean the razor in our industrial ultrasonic machine to remove any soap scum, mineral deposits and grime. Disassembly is carried out for the best results whenever possible. Next we carefully polish the inside and out of the razor, bringing the vintage metal up to a high luster. Mechanical adjustments are made to ensure the best functionality of the razor.

This razor marks a unique time in Gillette history when they were unsure of if Television was a new American staple, or a passing fad. 

Country of Manufacture: USA
Type: Double Edge Razor
Finish: Factory Nickel
Date: (Z3) 1954
Condition: Sanitized and Shave Ready
Grade: Excellent
Imperfections: Vintage Wear
Included: Razor, Case, Paperwork

History: The Gillette Super Speed came on the scene in the late 1940's and ran through continuous production into the 1980's. The "Flair Tip" variety came out in the 1950's and ran through the late 60's and was designated as the "Normal" variety for average skin and beard. They are known as one of the best all around DE razors to be made. TV Super Speeds were a special marketing ploy from Gillette to see how effective TV commercials were. At the dawn of the Television there was much doubt as to its popularity. Gillette, as always, was on the cutting edge of innovation. Would the TV be a passing fad or a new American household staple? Advertising this unique razor only via TV commercials allowed Gillette to rate the effectiveness of this new form of marketing.