It was the flat spring used that holds the base of the head tight with a blade in it. All the variations after that feature a rounded spring. I had the pleasure of shaving with one and I can tell you they are super smooth - smoother than the E2 and every bit as close. It only took about 5,000 to 7,500 looks at postings coming in on my saved searches.
I put in the 1st bid on a 15/16 Wade & Butcher For Barbers Use. Turns out it was the only bid. Patiently waiting for it to arrive for hands on inspection.
Yes, it does. Same, "Made in USA" stamp around the horseshoe. There is a top side photo in my op above. The monogramming thing must have been a promotion since mine is monogrammed as is Billy's as is the sample picture in http://www.safetyrazors.net/schick/schicktech.htm. However, if I remember right, Red Rider's is clean. He really scored big time on his.
Still waiting on my 100 Gillette Platinums. Having to come from Bulgaria, the last few orders from there have been arriving in like two weeks. Should be here any day now.
WooHoo! Just won a Sheraton on the Bay! It should be on its way soon. I love open comb and TTO and to have them both together on the same razor makes me think this could be my new daily driver!
I've been wanting a nice Little Valley straight and this Geo Korn was sitting all lonely-like waiting for me yesterday. It has a small chip and will be winging it's way to @gssixgun once it makes it to my mailbox. Karl