April 16, 2024
VINTAGE GILLETTE FAT TECH HANDLE 3 PIECE SAFETY RAZOR IN CHROME PLATED BOX
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Vintage Gillette 3-Piece Safety Razor in Case Fat Tech Handle 1938-1942 You are bidding on a vintage 3-piece Gillette Safety Razor with Fat Tech Handle in the Case. I believe this razor was produced between 1938-1942 because of the triangular slots in the base plate. Tech handles made after 1945 have oval slots. The Gillette Tech Razor (with triangular slots) is generally considered a milder razor, yet it is extremely popular among all sorts of present day, retro wet shavers. The razor is in very good condition with minor plating wear and the normal and expected faint surface marks on the guard due to gentle use. The handle measures slightly over 3" in length and has a 1/2" diameter. Stamped on one side the base plate reads, "Pat. Nos. on Package. On the other side it reads, "Reg. U.S. - Pat. Off. - Made in U. S. A.", along with the Gillette Arrow and Diamond Logo reading, "Gillette Trade Mark." Also included is the original paper which fits between the guard and base plate. The paper reads, "Avoid nicks, scrapes and discomfort. Use Gillette Blades Only. They are made to fit this razor precisely." The Gillette Razor comes in an attractive case which looks to be chrome plated. I believe this is the original case for the razor, although it doesn't bear any markings. The case measures 3 3/8" x 2" and stands 1 3/8" tall. It has
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