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Nicktheswede
03-08-2010, 04:41 PM
Hey guys I bought this lot for the executive. I would like to know some more of the other razors and their values.

I know this is a Aristrocrat the gold slim. Whats the approximate value of this? it seems to vary a lot!
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u234/nicktheswede/615ef68e.jpg

This is a Gillette I have no clue about. Looks like some type of tech or old type. The handle doesn't seem to match because there was some type of tape making the screw thicker so it would screw together with the handle. What is this and whats its value?
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u234/nicktheswede/4f04bcf1.jpg
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u234/nicktheswede/e8cc3c14.jpg
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u234/nicktheswede/77d45856.jpg

I know this is a Gem of some kind. I'm more of a Gillette/Merkur guy so I have no clue of other brands. What kind of Gem is this and whats its value?
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u234/nicktheswede/25fcf621.jpg

This is some type of plastic DE. It says Neillite. I have no clue what this is. I would like to know more about this razor if anyone knows anything about it. Also is it worth anything?
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u234/nicktheswede/3c0a9ec3.jpg
http://i169.photobucket.com/albums/u234/nicktheswede/e1375624.jpg

Thanks ahead of time!
kjparker
03-08-2010, 04:55 PM
no idea on values but...

1: Slim adjustable
2: Gillette old Type, but never seen the engraved head like that before
3: Gem 1912
4: No Idea
Telecaster52
03-08-2010, 05:00 PM
the old type is actually a goodwill
Pike
03-08-2010, 05:27 PM
Aren't the gold Slims actually called Aristocrats? The gold Fat Boy is the Executive.
Radar O\'Reilly
03-08-2010, 05:34 PM
I've been looking for a goodwill just because I love the head design.
Nicktheswede
03-08-2010, 06:57 PM
I've been looking for a goodwill just because I love the head design.

I'll sell it to you. The head and handle don't seem to match though. I only bought the lot for the gold slim.
Greybeard
03-08-2010, 07:32 PM
I'll sell it to you. The head and handle don't seem to match though. I only bought the lot for the gold slim.

That's the right type of handle for a Goodwill.
The collar in the handle and the threaded post on the head are both made of brass. The threads may have been stripped or worn.



- Peter
Nicktheswede
03-08-2010, 07:48 PM
That's the right type of handle for a Goodwill.
The collar in the handle and the threaded post on the head are both made of brass. The threads may have been stripped or worn.



- Peter

I guess i can fix it with the tape like the previous owner did. Any idea how much these usually go for?
Pike
03-08-2010, 08:22 PM
I guess i can fix it with the tape like the previous owner did. Any idea how much these usually go for?

If the threads on the cap are ok...I can fix the handle....let me know....the good will is definitely worth fixing!!
Nicktheswede
03-09-2010, 06:55 AM
For how much? The screw is fine. It just the handles threads are either gone or that it's to big for the screw to be able to screw in if that makes any sense. Any value on the aristocrat and the goodwill?
Pike
03-09-2010, 07:21 AM
Check the bay on the aristocrat....I have seen some go for big $$$ depending on the condition....I'm no expert so I'm sure others will chime in with some good advice. As for the goodwill...I have no idea on the value...again I leave that to the experts. Send me some detailed pics of the threads in the barrel....Just a rough guess, but I'm thinking around $25-$30 to fix it up like new.
Nicktheswede
03-09-2010, 01:49 PM
What of all would you have to do? just rethread the handle?
Pike
03-09-2010, 02:45 PM
What of all would you have to do? just rethread the handle?

If the threads are stripped, there is nothing to rethread. There are at lest three approaches I could take depending on the extent of the wear. All will require some machining on the lathe. Ideally if I can find a helicoil that size, I would simply take a couple .001 out of the barrel, re-tap it....insert the helicoil and you would be the only one who knows it's there! :) The other options are a bit more work....but to quote the famous Jeff Spicoli: "I've got the ultimate set of tools, I can fix it!" :)
Nicktheswede
03-09-2010, 04:05 PM
I still just don't think the handle matches to the head. I'll put up some better nicer pictures. The handle doesnt even screw on at all and the threads on both the head and handle seem in perfect condition. The head simply slides into the handle.
BBrad
03-09-2010, 06:58 PM
Check the bay on the aristocrat....I have seen some go for big $$$ depending on the condition....I'm no expert so I'm sure others will chime in with some good advice. As for the goodwill...I have no idea on the value...again I leave that to the experts. Send me some detailed pics of the threads in the barrel....Just a rough guess, but I'm thinking around $25-$30 to fix it up like new.

I picked up a BEAUTIFUL Slim Aristocrat on BST two months ago for $35, but have seen them higher on eBay.

Goodwills are not so easy to come by, especially in fairly good condition as this one looks. The gold wash was VERY thin on those (the razor was a freebie during the Great Depression) and after the plating wore off was as close to a throwaway as anything could have been in those days.

The Gem that you have is one of the most under-rated shavers . . . they don't sell for much, but shave like a million dollars!