Vintage 1940's Gillette Tech Closed Comb Double Edge Safety Razor

1940's Gillette Tech Closed Comb Double Edge Safety Razor In Original Bakelite Case

The Gillette Company was founded by King C Gillette in 1901 and the first Gillette safety razor was patented on 15 November 1904. Gillette has transformed shaving forever and every man owned a Gillette during this era.

Over the years Gillette razors have become sought after and have become collectible items. To this day, the slogan "Nothing shaves like a Gillette" holds true. Gillette had manufacturing facilities all over the world, but the real collectible ones came from the USA and the UK. There are websites dedicated to the dating of Gillette razors.

Now this specific one was manufactured in the UK, and comes in it's original bakelite case. it dates from 1940 and is considered to be very collectible.

Considering that it is 77 years old, it is in excellent condition and well looked after. A true gem which would last at least another 77 years. Do not miss the opportunity to own a piece of history!

We are throwing in a 5 pack Gillette 7 O'Clock blades. 

There is a HUGE resurgence worldwide to the traditional wet shave. And the reasons are simple: 

1) The best shaves ever
2) Very cheap
3) Very satisfying - nothing  like a clean shaved face
4) The nostalgia, the ritual and the smell
5) One has to get up 10 minutes earlier, but the whole experience is worth it!

And ask yourself the question: Why do all professional barbers worldwide still use traditional shaving tools? So come on people, join the millions who know what a shave should be like!

Here is a nice video tutorial on a DE safety razor shave - check it out!: