I think the Schick logo trail ends here http://assignments.uspto.gov/assignments/q?db=tm&reel=0193&frame=A823 You can also search the original records in pdf form here https://tsdr.uspto.gov/ Looks like they only trademarked the name Schick and not the logo designs. Links should be good for dating other razors besides using retail packages and ads like Gillettes for example. Now back to my original question now that we've set some sort of timeline. What exactly is the Schick + knob razor and where does it fit into this. Besides that logo being unique to this razor so is the fact it is the only one without the M and number markings on the corners of base plate. If this isn't a foreign or red tip equivalent then logically if we follow that the numbering means something sequentially, then this razor should predate all the other Kronas since it has 1 1 1 stamped on the base plate.
No answer yet but here is one of those Eversharp base plate/ Schick knob razors. Last time I looked I found at least 3 separate postings on ebay for this style of razor. Seems the common piece on them is all have the gray handles. As it turns out they did make the long metal knobs with the new lifter design. I managed to find one by accident stopping in an antique shop. If I manage to get my camera working I'll post some pics of that and the other Krona I am trying to find out more about.
To answer my own questions now that Schicktember is over. I've found 3 shave variations on these razors. To really appreciate the difference you need stretch your skin to feel the difference in aggressiveness or have leathery skin to begin. The first delineation falls between the 2 lifter designs. The old style and newer style with the newer style being more mild than the older style. Old style and typical base plate stampings. Newer style and typical base plate stampings The third variation is the one I had a question about base plate and knob variation to identify this razor. This one as it turns out is the most aggressive for a Krona anyways with the most blade feel on the face. If I had to guess this was the first version they brought to market based on the razors getting milder through the years and the fact it is the only one with 111 which if those numbers have some sort of sequential significance then 1 would precede the others.
I had a bit of trouble following this thread, but I dug out my Krona to have a look. I have the 111 marking with a plain Schick logo, black handle, no markings on the bottom of the TTO. It was purchased from a Canadian seller at an antique show, but they often buy from US estate sales so who knows. I am not sure if it is a short or long knob. Does this help or add anything to your theory?
It is a short metal knob and is missing the Schick sticker on the knob. What I do know for sure is through the product lifespan they started out short metal knobs then long metal knobs then plastic knobs. You have the same razor as third variation I have listed. The 111 marking and location are consistent across that particular iteration.
I have one. Long metal tip with the newer single ply lifter, Patent Pending under the head, Schick Triangle logo on the end, and "Schick" and "Krona" on the doors.
Not surprising that there is some overlap between the switch over. I do know now that they did keep making the metal knob razors for the traveler sets well past this date but those were gold colored knobs and heads.
Always good to read my first razor discussed. It belonged to my grandfather and I used it. Fast forward 49 years and I was able to find a couple first generation Krona and Eversharp Krona in near mint condition. They are among my most cherished razors.
Since I have a few Kronas, this thread got me to wondering about them. The very first Krona I purchased and the one I use the most has the 111 under the head and the ++ marks on the handle. It's on the far left in the first two pictures. I've also got three more long metal knob models (2 chrome / 1 gold) (not pictured) that have the triangle on the bottom. The second one from the left has a gray handle and had an eagle on the bottom of the knob when I bought it. The eagle disappeared when I cleaned the razor for the first time so I don't know if it was a sticker that came off and went down the drain or if it was painted on and didn't like dish soap. The three plastic knob razors on the right all have different markings on the doors. I recently pif'd a Krona but didn't look at it closely before sending it off. I definitely prefer shaving with the heavier metal knob version.
My personal preference is the short chrome TTO and blank cap/lids. I prefer an intact decal. These are hard to acquire/find/ at reasonable prices.
Try to find one NOS. You may have to wait a while and pay more than you'd like but you need to factor in how much you want one.
Update and I'll post some ads later. 65 is the first year for a the Schick Double edge razor 66 is when they switched from the short knob to long knob. 67 is the only year they sold the Eversharp Eagle razor. It was a promotional razor to sell Eversharp chromuim blades. 68 they go back the to Schick brand name for the double edge razors. 77 is the last year they sold double edge razors.
I have to walk back the 66 date and revise it to maybe 68 at the latest. Also they sold Schick razors concurrently with the Eversharp razors in 1967. Along with some other details upon further digging. Better timeline here with updated info https://theshaveden.com/forums/threads/schick-krona-de-timeline.62806/
