vintage Gillettes

Discussion in 'Safety Razors' started by icemanwbs, Sep 26, 2014.

  1. icemanwbs

    icemanwbs Well-Known Member

    Was actually given 3 nice vintage Gillette DE razors. I just started using these and the one I like best so far is a slim adjustable , 1956 I believe . Trying some different blades. Also have a red tip and a flare.
     
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  2. swarden43

    swarden43 "It's your shave. Enjoy it your way."©

    Nope. Don't believe it. No pics, didn't happen. ;)
     
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  3. Peter Cupitt

    Peter Cupitt robe-wearing whale shaver

    Nice gift. I believe you will love the "slim" and I have yet to try out a red Tip or Flare, so Lucky Score for you.
    We would love to see a photo if you want to practice posting, that would be a great subject :shaver
     
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  4. HoosierTrooper

    HoosierTrooper Steve-less in Indiana

    Yep. Since Gillette didn't make the Slim in 1956 sounds like a made up story.

    [​IMG]
     
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  5. GDCarrington

    GDCarrington Burma Shave

    Slims began production in 1961.

    As Steve @swarden43 stated we are group of folk that like to see the hardware.

    Oh and one last thing ...

    Welcome to the Den.

    We know you'll fit right in.

    So grab yourself a comfy chair,

    and give our threads a spin!

    Burma Shave
     
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  6. Peter Cupitt

    Peter Cupitt robe-wearing whale shaver

    In case you had not seen the threads that explain how you can date the razor, try finding a number and a letter stamped in the bottom of the head either side of the handle. This will let us know exactly when it was produced (To within 3 months)

    Try this :) http://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/safety-razor-id.24404/#post-421766
    Cheers
     
    Last edited: Sep 26, 2014
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  7. icemanwbs

    icemanwbs Well-Known Member

    Well as they say in the NFL " UPON FURTHER REVEIW" Lol I tried looking up the codes and I have for the red flare B-3.....plain flare ( not red nor blue) D-3....and my adjustable I can't seem to be able to make out the marks .
     
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  8. BigMark

    BigMark Tests razors by shaving Wookies

    Try taking a cotton swab and some toothpaste to the razor head, that is if soap scum is an issue. If then you still have an issue take a pic and upload it.
     
  9. icemanwbs

    icemanwbs Well-Known Member

    Trying to upload pics.
     
  10. BigMark

    BigMark Tests razors by shaving Wookies

    If you are having an issue select "Upload File" in the bottom right hand corner of the reply box.
     
  11. icemanwbs

    icemanwbs Well-Known Member

    Ugh....must be my crappy phone...when I choose the file it does nothing. I'll get on laptop later on.
     
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  12. Tattoobob

    Tattoobob Well-Known Member

    welcome to the den
     
  13. Slow Joe

    Slow Joe Relishing his obsession

    Welcome to the den. Congrats on the nice haul of razors. I hope you enjoy using them :)
     
  14. Jayaruh

    Jayaruh The Cackalacky House Pet

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    No try. Do.
     
  15. icemanwbs

    icemanwbs Well-Known Member

  16. icemanwbs

    icemanwbs Well-Known Member

    Ahh, finally able to upload pic. Like I said , can't make out what marks are on adjustable. Was told it was from 1971.
     
  17. Jayaruh

    Jayaruh The Cackalacky House Pet

    Supporting Vendor
    Red tip Super Speed, Slim, Flare tip Super Speed.
    Good job.
     
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  18. GDCarrington

    GDCarrington Burma Shave

    I can help you out their. The Slim ceased production in 1968. So it can be from 1961 -1968.
     
  19. icemanwbs

    icemanwbs Well-Known Member

    Oh OK, I use it most days , I'll have to get a good pic on here . I'll try to find the marks, break out the magnifying glass.
     
  20. RaZorBurn123

    RaZorBurn123 waiting hardily...............

    Bottom line is. You have three very nice razors, enjoy. Happy Shaving.. :)
     

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