The Stahly is a good and unique razor, but they have disappointed me. I've bought 2 of them, and within several weeks of usage both mechanism...
Excellent point, brother Brady. And I would suggest $90 was a fairly good weekly salary for most middle class workers back then.
I understand the Gillette Toggle dates from the late 1950's. Is that correct? What was their retail price?
I too believe resurrecting a Gillette adjustable toggle in stainless steel would be exciting, but I don't think it will fly. Others have pointed...
Brother Ken, Do what you feel you must do, of course, but as a Merkur Futur user who has hard water, I would suggest a weekly disassembly and...
It will never come to fruition. Not enough demand and the cost will be too high. Companies are in business for one reason: to make money!
Brother Chris, Yes, that's a Gem Feather Weight razor. I have that identical razor. This razor and the Gem Heavy Flat Top razor were known as...
The Gillette Red Tip is a fav of mine. I use Personna Lab Blues with it on my tough old beard. I get outstanding smooth and close shaves....
Schick Injector Type E from the 1930's
"Simple three piece designs" can crack. I have a Gillette NEW SC that has a cracked handle. Cracks are not caused or exacerbated by "usage."...
Brother Tuxxdk So your Gillette New Improved razor has a crack in the handle. So what? The razor is almost 100 years old. Given decent care,...
The L type is a surprisingly comfortable and pleasant injector to use. And it really comes to life with a twin blade!
What a special treat to read this thread and view the pictures! There's still a lot of unanswered questions, but that's part of the mysterious fun.
I would open the tin and use what's inside. Keep the empty tin for your collection, if you wish. The best of both worlds!
A setting of 6 or 7, based upon my experience with both razors.
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