Vintage 1920s Gillette Debutante Ball End Gold NDC Safety Razor w Case & Blades
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Vintage 1920s Gillette Debutante Ball End Gold NDC Safety Razor w Case & Blades:
$21.53
Fresh from an upstate New York estate! This offering is for a vintage 1920s Gillette Ball End Gold \"Debutante\" safety razor with no date code. The Debutante was produced from 1921-1928 and bears no date code.
It features an open comb guard and balanced ball-end handle. Teeth are straight and ready to shave. It will come to you in the original Debutante case with a maroon/ red covering over metal. In faded gilt you can see a Grecian key border and the name \"Gillette Debutante.\" The Debutante was a ladies razor but it is the same exact razor as the men\'s line.
Country of Manufacture: USA
Type: Double Edge Razor Head
Finish: Gold
Date: 1920\'s
Condition: Some brassing and green tarnish in the crevices, finish wear
Grade: Good
Imperfections: Fine scratches and overall wear to the plating on the head and guard
Included: Razor, case, and \"Thin Gillette Blades\" found in box. The blade box has three wrapped and unused blades inside.
History: The Gillette Old Type was the original razor head produced by Gillette Safety Razor Co. It features open comb design with two stabilizer pins that keep the blade straight. These heads are known for their smooth yet aggressive shaves. These were the same model as featured in the WWI Khaki sets.