`57? Gillette Super Speed

I bought this razor days ago. From the date code it looks to me like it’s a 1957 model. Although it looks more recent than that. The Gillette date code guide I used leads me to believe this is the correct year for this Super Speed marked c-1. I could be wrong in my dating of this as it is in immaculate condition. I used some of that Flitz again, It worked wonders this razor has not a mark on it anymore. I dropped in a Wilkinson and this razor performed well. A close shave BBS with 2 passes. I just realized this morning that it no longer burns when I apply the after shave. FINALLY, a BBS without the buning sensation of the after shave! I would recommend this razor to anyone wanting a vintage razor for a great price. That is, if you can find one in this great shape. I have no pictures yet but they will be coming soon….. 

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‘69 Gillette Superspeed (Black handle)

I bought this Gillette months ago at a flea market. I paid next to nothing for it as it wasn’t in the best condition. It was tarnished, and the black handle had a small white spot showing through. I would usually clean it with Silvo or Brasso. This time I tried Flitz metal polish. I actually got the flitz for free from Ka-Bar knives company. They sent me 12 grams in sample packets for one of my high carbon knives. It worked wonders on this razor. It took off most of the tarnish and shined the steel right up. So, now I have this shiny old Gillette Super Speed razor. I pop in the usual Wilkinson Sword Blade and go to work. I don`t mind the shave. I`ve had worse, but I`ve had better. It`s an average razor. Three passes were necessary to achieve a close enough shave. It`s not my best looking shaver, but I imagine it will get a fair amount of use as a traveler.

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Grrrrr

It has been a long while since I have made any shaving related purchases. I am getting a little antsy. I can feel The itch of RAD(razor acquisition disease). Since my last post, I have made one purchase. A 1963?? Super speed. God you gotta love a vintage Gillette. I think I will completely remove shaving from my daily regimen until I can feel the steel of a new razor on my face. Perhaps the coming weekend I will hit the local flea market and antique stores. On a recent trip threw merrickville, I spotted about 4 antique stores in this small, but god help me trendy, town. I could almost vision hundreds of razors calling to me from behind the doors of these stores. I think a trip back to merrickville is in my near future.

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