Gillette

Gillette Ball End Replica Handle - Universally Threaded Billet Brass Factory Nickel

SKU: BE-Replica

Description

Introducing a new product fro Razor Emporium, one that has been much needed in the world of vintage wet-shaving. Gillette Ball End handles found on Old Type, New Improved, and NEW era razors are seen frequently with cracks. Most handles feature at least a hairline crack, and some are split completely in half. This flaw is the result of a pressfitting technique which in combination with poor metallurgy resulted in weak handles and unusable razors.

Our handles are made from billet high quality brass and we have corrected the cracks by threading the neck and ball into the handle rather than press-fitting. The threads have been thread-locked so they will never come loose and will never crack. A beautiful Ball End handle can accompany most safety razor heads including Ikon, Edwin Jagger, Above the Tie, and etc. These handles are a great find, add one to your cart now.

 

Length: 3.136 in

Diameter: .393 in

Weight: 28g

Country of Manufacture: China
Type: Universally threaded Handle
Finish: Factory Nickel
Date: 2018
Condition: New
Grade: New
Imperfections: n/a
Included: Razor Handle Only

 

Gillette

Gillette Ball End Replica Handle - Universally Threaded Billet Brass Factory Nickel

SKU: BE-Replica
$25.00
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Condition:
New

Description

Introducing a new product fro Razor Emporium, one that has been much needed in the world of vintage wet-shaving. Gillette Ball End handles found on Old Type, New Improved, and NEW era razors are seen frequently with cracks. Most handles feature at least a hairline crack, and some are split completely in half. This flaw is the result of a pressfitting technique which in combination with poor metallurgy resulted in weak handles and unusable razors.

Our handles are made from billet high quality brass and we have corrected the cracks by threading the neck and ball into the handle rather than press-fitting. The threads have been thread-locked so they will never come loose and will never crack. A beautiful Ball End handle can accompany most safety razor heads including Ikon, Edwin Jagger, Above the Tie, and etc. These handles are a great find, add one to your cart now.

 

Length: 3.136 in

Diameter: .393 in

Weight: 28g

Country of Manufacture: China
Type: Universally threaded Handle
Finish: Factory Nickel
Date: 2018
Condition: New
Grade: New
Imperfections: n/a
Included: Razor Handle Only

 

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  • Posted by Jim Rineaman on 8th Oct 2023

    5
    Handle

    I bought a Gillette Old Type razor that had a handle that was cracked. This replacement is just perfect - very high quality.

  • Posted by Edouard de Villiers on 15th Sep 2023

    5
    A solid replacement for your old handles

    I ordered a few variants of this handle for my old Gillette razors, all of which had cracked handles thanks to the historical issue we all know about. As far as similarity to the original in appearance, the only difference I noticed was that the knurling on the handle is better/more aggressive than the original handles. The handle also weighs more than the originals. Other than that, it looks the same and I'm very pleased with the product(s).

  • Posted by Brandon on 25th Jul 2023

    5
    Excellent Handle

    I bought this handle to replace the vintage Gillette handle that came in a service set I bought since it had cracks, and it does the job excellently in replacing it. The handle feels fantastic, and it's worth having.

  • Posted by J H Day on 17th Jul 2023

    5
    Razor Emporium History Lesson

    I came to you looking to date a razor and blades and I’ve been amazed. I’m still here an hour later. Fascinating info and so well presented with facts and charts. I can’t begin to thank you enough. I can now positively ID when the blade was made (2nd quarter of 1943) and can identify the razor in a range of 1939-1947. I am so very grateful. Was going to sell the razor.. now I am intrigued. Thank you so much.