1979 Gillette Flare Tip DE Safety Razor | 24K Gold Revamp

SKU: RG066

Description

Available to you is a classic Gillette Flare Tip Super Speed. This would be an ideal starter razor for someone new to wet shaving due to the comfortable and close shaves provided, and convenient twist to open butterfly doors. These razors are the perfect moderately aggressive razor - made by the millions and used by men around the world for decades. Nothing bent or broken- perfect mechanical condition. 

Doors open and close perfectly, and are bright and shiny in fresh Factory Gold plating. Factory Gold is a new finish from Razor Emporium. It closely mimics the original finish, shine, and hue of vintage Gillette razors but is sanitary and new! This new plating will stand up to the test of time, as this razor already has since the 1950's! Perfect gift just add a sample pack of blades and you're set!

This razor has gone through our complete Revamp restoration process- including resurfacing, polishing, mechanical adjustment, plating, ultra-sonic cleaning, and lubrication. Razor has a solid weight in your hand, and handle knurling adds grip and control to your shave. Pick up this shaver today!

Country of Manufacture: USA
Type: Double Edge Razor
Finish: 24K Gold
Date: Z2 1979
Condition: Sanitized and Shave Ready
Grade: Revamped
Imperfections: As shown in the photos
Included: Razor

History: The Gillette Super Speed came on the scene in the late 1940's and ran through continuous production into the 1980's. The "Flair Tip" variety came out in the 1950's and ran through the late 60's and was designated as the "Normal" variety for average skin and beard. They are known as one of the best all around DE razors to be made. 

1979 Gillette Flare Tip DE Safety Razor | 24K Gold Revamp

SKU: RG066
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Description

Available to you is a classic Gillette Flare Tip Super Speed. This would be an ideal starter razor for someone new to wet shaving due to the comfortable and close shaves provided, and convenient twist to open butterfly doors. These razors are the perfect moderately aggressive razor - made by the millions and used by men around the world for decades. Nothing bent or broken- perfect mechanical condition. 

Doors open and close perfectly, and are bright and shiny in fresh Factory Gold plating. Factory Gold is a new finish from Razor Emporium. It closely mimics the original finish, shine, and hue of vintage Gillette razors but is sanitary and new! This new plating will stand up to the test of time, as this razor already has since the 1950's! Perfect gift just add a sample pack of blades and you're set!

This razor has gone through our complete Revamp restoration process- including resurfacing, polishing, mechanical adjustment, plating, ultra-sonic cleaning, and lubrication. Razor has a solid weight in your hand, and handle knurling adds grip and control to your shave. Pick up this shaver today!

Country of Manufacture: USA
Type: Double Edge Razor
Finish: 24K Gold
Date: Z2 1979
Condition: Sanitized and Shave Ready
Grade: Revamped
Imperfections: As shown in the photos
Included: Razor

History: The Gillette Super Speed came on the scene in the late 1940's and ran through continuous production into the 1980's. The "Flair Tip" variety came out in the 1950's and ran through the late 60's and was designated as the "Normal" variety for average skin and beard. They are known as one of the best all around DE razors to be made. 

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