A beautiful razor from 1916 featuring open comb guard and balanced handle. The combination set was produced for the man on the go and aided in Gillette's cause of making shaving accessable away from the barbershop and convienent for businessmen. This set features both original soap / brush travel tins, both blade banks, and of course the Single Ring razor itself. The razor is beautiful, and with straight teeth and no cracks is just dying to be included in your collection.
The very rare Script Gillette logo is in excellent shape, truly a marvel this beauty has survived!
Country of Manufacture: USA Type: Double Edge Razor Finish: Original Gold Date: 1916 (D431139) Condition: Cleaned, Sanitized and Shave Ready Grade: Excellent Imperfections: plating wear throught from aging Included: Razor, case, 2 blade banks, 2 travel canisters, one Gillette Brush
History: The Gillette Old Type was the original razor produced by Gillette Safety Razor Co. Debuted in 1907, the Single Ring featues open comb design with two stabilizer pins that keep the blade straight. These heads are known for their smooth yet aggressive shaves.
