The Wilkinson Sword Sticky Razor?

Discussion in 'Safety Razors' started by Jamie Mahoney, Jan 24, 2012.

  1. Jamie Mahoney

    Jamie Mahoney Well-Known Member

    I just thought I would start this post regarding a razor I dont own, and being someone who as never had much interest in vintage DE razors I thought you Guys could give your two pennies worth of knowlege on this razor, as I have already stated I have no particular interest in vintage DE razors but something about this razor that I have always liked, it's the clean lines and the simplistic design of the razor, this kind of no nonsense less bling thing as always been something I look for in most well designed objects. it will be interesting to hear your views on this razor.

    Regards Jamie.
     
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  2. gorgo2

    gorgo2 geezerhood

    If I had a bucket list for razors, this is one of the few that'd be on it. But I've never seen one in person and can't even recall seeing a review from a user. I too look forward to knowledgeable replies to your query.
     
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  3. IAmTheJody

    IAmTheJody Gillette-i Master Staff Member

    I owned one and personally didn't like it. Too mild for me. So I sold it. Also while the handle does get sticky or tacky when it is wet, it is useless if you have shaving cream on your hands because then it is just very slippery since it has no knurling on the handle. This meant I always had to make sure my hands were dry and free of any run-away shaving soap or cream.
     
  4. thevez2

    thevez2 uses Gillette's new Tarantula Razor - 8 blades!!

    Interesting, I'd never even heard of that razor before.
     
  5. lindyhopper66

    lindyhopper66 Well-Known Member

    I'm trying to find one now. I tried ebay in the UK and found one, but the seller doesn't ship out of Great Britain. It does look sleek. I think I could deal with the mild shave.
     
  6. Mark Tyers

    Mark Tyers Member

    Just bought what looks like a mint condition one online. Seller described it as a plastic Wilkinson Sword razor so probably put a lot of buyers off! Paid £20 which seems fair.
     
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  7. MR41

    MR41 Well-Known Member

    +1
     
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  8. lindyhopper66

    lindyhopper66 Well-Known Member

    That was probably just the plastic Wilkinson Sword razor, not the metal vintage one. This is the vintage one. $image.jpg
     
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  9. gorgo2

    gorgo2 geezerhood

    I have the vintage metal one and the best shave it could give me was due to a Feather, and even then it was only so-so. It was a great idea for a razor but...
     
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  10. Mark Tyers

    Mark Tyers Member

    It’s identical to the one in your photo complete with a case with secret blade compartment.


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  11. Mark Tyers

    Mark Tyers Member

    It’s just arrived. [​IMG][​IMG]


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