Before there was the Fatboy as we know it today, there was the Bottom Dial.
Between the heft, adjustability and cool factor, it doesn't get more classic than this. Nothing bent or broken- great mechanical condition. Doors open and close like it was made yesterday, and are bright and shiny in original Nickel plating. This plating will stand up to the test of time, as this razor already has since the 1960's!
This razor has gone through our complete restoration process- including high mirror polishing, mechanical adjustment, ultra-sonic cleaning, and lubrication. Razor has a solid weight in your hand, and handle knurling adds grip and control to your shave. The Gillette Bottom Dial Fatboy is one of the rarest Gillette razors out there...pick this one up while we still have it!
Country of Manufacture: USA
Type: Double Edge Razor
Finish: Original Gillette Nickel
Date: F4
Condition: Cleaned, Sanitized and Shave Ready
Grade: Excellent
Imperfections: Age stain on knurling as shown in photos
Included: Razor
History: Gillette was searching for a razors that could adjust to the demands of many different kinds of men and beards. They tried multiple razor heads / handles with the Light | Regular | Heavy Super Speed line in the mid 1950's. But Gillette engineers knew that 1 razor that could adjust would be even better.
Many incarnations of adjustable razors came forth - some better than others. The original Bottom Dial Fatboy was a flawed razor mechanically, but extremely sought after today because of its scarceness and historical precedence.
These razors were likely more than a prototype - a limited release is a better description. Today there are a few hundred in the market and they command a high price from both collectors and shavers alike.
