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@donnie_arko I've still got the Passaround Fatboy here, and a couple of other Gillettes (tech and slim twist) so hopefully I'll be happy. Out of interest, what the hell is "New Sputtered Blade Technology"
Every day's a school day! Thanks @pjghSputtering is how they get the platinum onto the edge to harden it.
To be absolutely fair, their older generations Super Platinum is a lovely blade. I can feel that the new generation of platinum across the range is different, but I can also very much feel its legacy. While the range is confusing at best, at worst it's a mess, but if the packaging is "zappy" and full of buzzwords, it's the latest generation from what I can tell.
Thanks for the info @pjgh - that's amazing. I assume the Flying Eagle will be some sort of Tech clone? Shame the Ever Ready's not boxed, but the price I paid lets me have a go once I can get the blades without significant outlay if it's not for me.They're a nice bit of fun, those Flying Eagle razors @Jester ... good catch! The third razor is a generic Trac-II type. The cartridge will slide off sideways. The 1912 is late 1940s/turn of the 1950s, sold as the DeLuxe model in bakelike clamshell cases.
Connaught have the 100 packs of GEM blades in stockI've been on the lookout for a Flying Eagle tin for a while, and this popped up on Ebay with razor and mirror in situ. And just to compound my rapidly growing cupboard, it brought along a 1912 for companyNo idea what the third razor is.
The pic is from the actual listing page, so I'll wait to see the condition. Connaught's out of stock of Gem blades, so I'll probably clean it up and admire it while I wait. Still got plenty of DE blades to try with my existing safety razors!
for a while. View attachment 64572
Connaught have the 100 packs of GEM blades in stock
GEM by Personna Stainless Coated Single Edge Razor Blades
Connaught Shaving is supplier of quality, traditional shaving products including Wickham 1912 shaving soaps, REX, Merkur & Edwin Jagger safety razors & many brands double edge razor blades. UK Supplier of Feather New Hi-stainless razor blades, Feather Artist Club Razors & Blades & Feather Safety...connaughtshaving.com
Thanks for the info @pjgh - that's amazing. I assume the Flying Eagle will be some sort of Tech clone? Shame the Ever Ready's not boxed, but the price I paid lets me have a go once I can get the blades without significant outlay if it's not for me.
Just noticed on the lid, Boots have been trading since 1877, that must be one of the oldest traders in the UK..... Nice gift by the wayView attachment 64612
Received today as a gift from the very generous @Mike Smart, thank you Mike, it's a wonderful gift.
Paul.
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