New Long Comb Busted

I have a Gillette New Long Comb that I bought for $25. It has been re-plated and is in good condition except.... while I was away, it apparently got knocked off the counter & hit the deck. When I went to replace the blade the handle just kept turning & wouldn't tighten up. I checked it this morning and the threads inside the handle are hosed. Should I just toss this and chock it up as a loss? Do I have any options other than find another handle and have it plated to match or build a franken razor out of it?

 

Send it to me for free. Lol.

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You could try to find another to use as a handle doner or pair it up with a nice heavy aftermarket handle Or maybe try some Teflon tape on the threads on the top cap

 

Could end up as a PIF

I like the idea of a cool new handle. Anyone know what size or how to find a handle that will fit?

 

Most threads are the same now days. If it fits a Merkur, Maggard, RazoRock, or Ikon, and probably others it will fit the New head

 

I would try to add some pipe tape. The white one used for plumbing

 

Try this

https://www.etsy.com/listing/270790...a_search_query=razor handle&ref=sr_gallery_23

 

I thought of that, but then I would have to jerk with the teflon tape every time I change blades.

Hmmm. those are some nice handles and the stainless may match ok with the finish on the head.

 

On Ebay, there is a seller (innov8ivelabs) who sells complete razors for about $14.00 - $22.00. I have bought two of them and they are Scotch & Stowe razors. He has a bunch listed right now with some nice handles. Free shipping.

 

Re-tap it, there are small kits out there for a few dollars. If it doesnt work your out nothing, but if it does you saved your razor.

 

I have a brass / copper bar handle you can have for shipping.

 

Arg! Sorry about that. I hope you find an appropriate fix. Many other handles will fit that head.

 

I use a Sabi T2 handle with my "NEW" LCOC. Works even better than the original, has better grip and weight IMO.

 

I use the same Weber Bulldog handle with all my razors.

I would just get a stainless handle that appeals to you and go with it.

 

If it's definitely the handle that stripped. See if a heli-coil kit is available in that thread size.


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The head is ok? Not sure, but a modern handle may fit. Maggard Razors has several vintage-looking handles.

Herm

 

Why not put in a short length of brass rod turned down to the right diamater to be a press fit? Drill out the insert with the appropriate diameter bit, and then thread it with a tap and t-handle. If you want, get the handle replated so the brass insert looks all nice and silvery.

 

+1. This is what I would suggest.

 

Go to maggards and buy another handle. They're not that expensive.