I went to Maine for the weekend with my Father and one of my brothers. I cannot tell you how many antique stores there are off of Route 1 ,It was so hard to keep my RAD in check. I was able to pick up a Slim adjustable, date-code I3, so that means 1963 3rd quarter. It was originally 32 but there was a 20% off deal and I got it for 27 dollars! I was tempted by the Micromatic Clog-Pruf and the GEM Junior but I have wanted a Adjustable Gillette for Months. Letting it soak in some water and dish soap right now. I also bought a Damaskeene but want to know are there any safe ways to remove the plating as it is very poor such as buffing compounds or light grit sandpaper. It also has a corner where the blade catch is bent. I only paid $8.50 so if it a total loss It won't bother me that much. I kinda wanted a small project anyway.
I will try to post pics when it is cleaned up. As for the Gem no pics, you guys would be heart broken. I might spend the 20 bux and send it out to Razor Emporium.
I forgot to add I bought an NOS pack Wilkinson Swords Blades and a NOS Tube of Palmloive Brushless cream . I need to get some sort of shelf for my bedroom.
I like to see them grungy, if their gonna get cleaned up. take some and hold them for before and after
Tried it last night. Had some tugging and slight irritation. As I have never used an adjustable before this I am unsure whether to dial-up or down. I used a brand new "Lab" and MWF. But then again I hadn't shaved in a few days. Any tips ?
Thanks man. I also noticed that this set on 1 makes the tech look more aggressive. Hopefully I can to ATG with this set low and not get any ingrowns. Not to mention different blades at different numbers.
Enjoy! Had my Fatboy for about a week and started on "3" - up to "5" today with no issues. Gillette sure made some great products! I empathize with your R&D - been DE shaving only 2 weeks now - started with a Supersport, got the Fatboy for Father's Day and just had a Gold GEM Bullet Tip SE and a Valet Autostrop delivered today. Want a GEM G-bar in the worst way but the wife is complaining about my new RA already... Lol
Well I have a handful of shaves with this thing and I love it. I have noticed that the Reds work well in it but the Labs do not, perhaps a lower setting is in order. My poor Weber is being neglected though, poor Weber.
