Excellent restoration work as always mate, looked great once you were done. What an interesting piece! With all these awesome vintage razors lying around I'm surprised you ever have even 2mm of stubble, I'd be itching to try them out!
+EveryDay Knife Guy Thanks buddy. I used my razors almost every single day! I'm not one that, just because I have a beard, I DONT SHAVE. That style looks TERRIBLE on me. My beard is always real tight, with clean edges, neck and cheeks. Ya learn somethin' new everyday Cameron. ;-) haha
Beautiful refinishing job do you use it to shave with now my friend .I have been thinking of going back to an old school safety razor the blades are so much cheaper .
+Bill Ruber Thanks Bill! I have been using it ever since I completed the restoration! It's a joy to use. I am about to refurbish 2 more vintage gillettes. Beautiful razors. I intend to sell them. You're the first to know! haha
you used a dremel and what was the tip you used? I am about to do the same for mine. I dropped it several times in the shower now the setting does not work it is locked at 1 setting and wont work 2-9. and the screw bottom is loose it extends.
+DutchKnifeGuy Thanks Mark! Agreed 100% ! Built to last. And if you think about it, so much cheaper. the new razors will cost you $20+ for a pack of 4-5 blades, that will only last a month or so...
+Weiderfan Yeah and they are made to fail after using them for a while. It is the strip that deteriorates or wares down. Then the geometry of the blade changes. I use cheap throwaway ones that last way longer and are a fraction of the cost. Gillette is one big scam if you ask me. Ramble, ramble, ramble. Hahaha.
Weiderfan I agree. I hate that. I will pay for products from manufacturers that don't do that. They are still around. Usually more expensive but in the long run worth it.
You can also go to Badger & Blade and look for a guy named Captain Murphy, who has also posted a few TH-cam videos. He's worked on a few of my Gillettes and does great work. He's also flexible on pricing, and can tailor the service to the razor's needs.
Nice razor, I have a derby butterfly razor and use wilkinsons blades, that set up works pretty good for me. You can get the blades at Lawtons drugs. Let me know if you like them if you get a chance to pick some up.
+Matt22s I already use the wilkinsons! ;-) They're real nice. Who/ where exactly are you? You must live in the Maritimes somewhere if you know Lawtons!
I recently found my Dad's collection of vintage razors. He spent years buying them at flea markets and yard sales. Let me know if anyone is interested. Here are the photos: share.icloud.com/photos/0wpjRG6RVjdvfU4W2aJhGwatg
I have also got one, purchased and used by my grandfather, I have also tried it still shaves excellent, becomes just like a new one after oiling.
Great resto & clean up bud! I remember seeing those when I was a kid! Guess I'm just that old guy! :) Good stuff!
+The Griffin Benchmark haha Thanks buddy! I was a real nice little evening project!
My dad has one of these! It's why I am here. Thank you.
Mee too,.....
What did you polish it with...???
Excellent restoration work as always mate, looked great once you were done. What an interesting piece! With all these awesome vintage razors lying around I'm surprised you ever have even 2mm of stubble, I'd be itching to try them out!
+EveryDay Knife Guy Thanks buddy. I used my razors almost every single day! I'm not one that, just because I have a beard, I DONT SHAVE. That style looks TERRIBLE on me. My beard is always real tight, with clean edges, neck and cheeks. Ya learn somethin' new everyday Cameron. ;-) haha
how do you "restore" the black on the handle? PS great job!
What a nice job you did on it my friend. nice a clean looking. Cheers RH
+Rabbit Hunter Thanks bud! Throw in a fresh blade and she gives a beautiful shave too!
Very nice job! What sort of a wire wheel is that Steel or brass?
I use Autosol metal polish to restore my razors, they come out brilliant.
Awesome video, but I was hoping for disassembly. Can anyone recommend one or link to a different site?
www.razoremporium.com/vintage/
Hi, do you know how to restore the black handle of this shaver?
Beautiful refinishing job do you use it to shave with now my friend .I have been thinking of going back to an old school safety razor the blades are so much cheaper .
+Bill Ruber Thanks Bill! I have been using it ever since I completed the restoration! It's a joy to use. I am about to refurbish 2 more vintage gillettes. Beautiful razors. I intend to sell them. You're the first to know! haha
Depending on your price I might be a buyer
Sweet! Where are you living? Shipping is so expensive these days.. :-/
Very shiny! Don't make them like that anymore. Don't make anything....
Good macro bud :)
Be well
Craig
+Forestwalker111 Thanks my friend. Yeah... it's sad that there isn't any longevity crafted into most of today's items.. disposable world.
Old is gold
you used a dremel and what was the tip you used? I am about to do the same for mine. I dropped it several times in the shower now the setting does not work it is locked at 1 setting and wont work 2-9. and the screw bottom is loose it extends.
google Gillette dropped bottom, the press fit has came loose, just need clamped down again.
Excelente producto.
Alguien me.puede ayudar con el Link necesito una en Ecuador- Guayaquil.
Those were made to last. The garbage gillette produces these days isn't. Nice restoration/cleanup. Cheers Mark.
+DutchKnifeGuy Thanks Mark! Agreed 100% ! Built to last. And if you think about it, so much cheaper. the new razors will cost you $20+ for a pack of 4-5 blades, that will only last a month or so...
+Weiderfan Yeah and they are made to fail after using them for a while. It is the strip that deteriorates or wares down. Then the geometry of the blade changes. I use cheap throwaway ones that last way longer and are a fraction of the cost. Gillette is one big scam if you ask me. Ramble, ramble, ramble. Hahaha.
+DutchKnifeGuy haha the story is similar for many modern products though isn't it? I think so..
Weiderfan I agree. I hate that. I will pay for products from manufacturers that don't do that. They are still around. Usually more expensive but in the long run worth it.
Sounds like we share similar opinions dude! haha
Oh like this that way
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I have the same razor but cant open it by twisting the bottom. Can you suggest how to fix?
The RainMaker get on Facebook and go to the group razor and brush, you'll find plenty of help.
You can also go to Badger & Blade and look for a guy named Captain Murphy, who has also posted a few TH-cam videos. He's worked on a few of my Gillettes and does great work. He's also flexible on pricing, and can tailor the service to the razor's needs.
What do you use to restore the numbers? Will a Sharpie work?
I don't do anything with them! They don't disappear!
Kyle Noseworthy - Weiderfan Actually, they do!
Nice razor, I have a derby butterfly razor and use wilkinsons blades, that set up works pretty good for me. You can get the blades at Lawtons drugs. Let me know if you like them if you get a chance to pick some up.
+Matt22s I already use the wilkinsons! ;-) They're real nice. Who/ where exactly are you? You must live in the Maritimes somewhere if you know Lawtons!
+Weiderfan I am in the st,John's area
AH, right on dude! I'm from the baie verte peninsula, but living on the west coast right now!
+Weiderfan I am originally from the west coast of nl, but moved to the east just over a year ago. Love the vids keep it up
Nice! That's cool Matt. Thanks! I'll definitely try!
Nice work. Was that a dremel brand tool?
+after12 beer Thanks dude! and no it wasn't. Too expensive! haha It's a WEN I bought from amazon. It is excellent for super cheap!!
+Weiderfan awesome. Gonna look into that thx
No problem buddy!
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Great restore! May I ask what product you used to polish it? Looks great and shiny again :)
Hey, thanks so much for watching Glenn! Its just a generic polishing paste. First a coarser cleaning compound, and then a finer polishing paste!
Flitz polish is what most ppl use
I use plastic polish, less harsh than metal polish with less chance you’ll buff through the original plating.
I live in Michigan North Oakland co
+Bill Ruber Nice!
I recently found my Dad's collection of vintage razors. He spent years buying them at flea markets and yard sales.
Let me know if anyone is interested. Here are the photos: share.icloud.com/photos/0wpjRG6RVjdvfU4W2aJhGwatg
Very cool. A lovely selection for sure. If you're serious about selling, email me at weiderfan.business@gmail.com
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