nos 1948 #44 brit fb tech set.thin handle, the next and more left-burgundy #44,i added the blade bank right-fb tech set,i have seen many of this case variant with the post war baseplate tech.mine has a flat bottom one at present time. then there are Mr.Razor's examples. the french market ones are burgundy as well.
DE SOTD, Sat, Feb 19th 2022 Razor: Gillette British Rocket SS- Mfg 1950's N.D codes, mild razor, I get nice shaves with this Rocket razor with a Kai SS blade. Blade: Kai SS (4) excellent sharp & smooth blade with excellent longevity. Extra wide blade by 9/1000 inch compared to a Astra SP. Soap: Razorock Lavender, very nice scented lavender soap + excellent lather qualities. Brush: Yaqi 24mm artic sky silver tip badger- excellent lather generator, heavenly pillow like soft tips, nice scrub + great painter. Pre shave: Brush wash whole face with CeraVe hand bar cleanser + a dollop of clear Aloe Vera gel on the cleaned beard area. Prep: Cold water rinse after each pass of 2 + pickups. Post shave: Razorock King louis Lavender with witch hazel + a dollop of CeraVe moisturizing lotion + scentless. Results: CCS,DFS,BBS + no irritation + no weepers= excellent shave with my Gillette Rocket SS with a Kai SS blade. Have some great shaves!
Thanks Gary, it has been one of my favorite Gillette razors and when I started using the Kai SS blade a year ago it is even more enjoyable to use. Have a great day you Gillette keener.