These are some of the best performing razors in existence. You can just put your name on the waiting list, and wait for an email.įorum Member 3: Well, it's just a list where you sign-up for the privilege of purchasing one. New Guy: Just checking! And my Wife can just pick one up of the shelf or buy one new from an online shop?įorum Member 3: Exactly.
You need a Wolfman WR1.įorum Member 3: Of course, that's what you said right? These gents sure do love their vintage Gillettes!įorum Member 3: I overheard you gentleman talking, and it's pretty clear you're not looking for a vintage razor, is that right?įorum Member 3: I know exactly what you need. I'm just looking for some off-the-shelf options for around $50.įorum Member 3: You'll have to excuse my friends. I told them I was going to make Christmas and my Birthday very easy for several years to come. New Guy: I can see you guys really love these vintage razors! Honestly though, I'm just looking for some great options that my wife and family can buy off the shelf. New Guy: History? This isn't a vintage razor is it?įorum Member 2: Of course it is. There's some amazing history there as well. They're available at a fraction of the price of an Aristocrat, and shave every bit as well, if not better. The rest of my razors were $30-$50 and that's kind of the range I'm looking for.įorum Member 2: Why didn't you say so? What you're looking for is a Gillette Red Tip. I'm looking for a brand new razor that performs really well for the money. New Guy: Oh, I probably didn't explain what I'm looking for. New Guy: That's fantastic! Wait, why would I need patience? Can't I just buy it at a store?įorum Member 1: Of course not, it's 80 year old razor. New Guy: Excuse me gentlemen, could you recommend a non-vintage, budget razor for an experienced DE shaver?įorum Member 1: Non-vintage budget razor with good bang for the buck? That's a tough one, but I think there is only one razor for you friend, a #16 Aristocrat! You can find a budget example with a bit of patience. And, we’re not done yet.Well gents, I think we're making some progress! For folks that missed the first 4 pages, I've got a condensed recap down below: Gillette's vision has inspired more than 100 years of innovation to bring you the best shave in the world. Gillette’s new, disposable razor blade and handle promised men safety and personal freedom to achieve the looks they desired. He quickly envisioned that tip on a flattened piece of steel, sharpened on both sides, produced at such a low cost that it was easily and quickly replaceable. In that moment of frustration, he saw that the only necessary part of his blade was the finest part of the tip.
Gillette realized his permanent blade razor was dull and required professional sharpening. Standing at his sink in the early morning, King C.
To achieve this look, men could go to a barber two to three times per week or shave themselves, which could be a dangerous undertaking. Long beards were out while clean chins and cheeks and a well-manicured mustache were in. Men’s facial trends were changing rapidly in the late 1800s. King Camp Gillette and his amazing razor were the first disruptors of the grooming category as well as the barbershop industry. GilletteLabs Heated Razor Blade Refills (4 Count)