Can you guys held ID'ing a Gillette? *no pics, only descriptions*

[M.Malone]

A woman I know was going to sell me her father's razor. And after much convincing, I told her I would buy it (I didn't want to because it belongs to her and I wouldn't feel comfortable buying something her father left to her). Nonetheless, she said that I could pay her anything that I think is fair. I told her I would look into the going rate and let her know. I should have snapped a pic, but I didn't sorry.

It was gold and as far as I could tell, there was no date code (how obvious are the date codes? I was looking for like 10 seconds and couldn't find it.)... It looked like a SS but I'm not 100% sure as I haven't looked at many razors. I guess I'm looking for all gold Gillettes (most importantly before 1950) and their going rates.

please help!
Thanks!

[MTgrayling]

If it is a gold twist to open with a straight safety bar (not an open comb) and no date code it would have to be a Milord or an Aristocrat. An Aristocrat would have a more elaborate handle and a Milord is basically a gold plated Super Speed. The date codes are found in the corners underneath the head.

[AaronX]

yup I'm guessing a late production run Milord which was basically a 40s gold SS. Check the wiki there are pictures

[M.Malone]

Yes, it is twist to open and I don't recall it having a comb. So, how much do they go for (price range??)?

Also, can a mod help in changing the thread title? ("held" should be "help")

Thanks guys!

[thirdeye]

Like anything else vintage, it all depends on it's condition. Unfortunatly it is difficult to say with out pictures. Does it have a case? Is there a blade box?
Is it worn, plating missing,brassing, discolored? All have to do with it's value.

[M.Malone]

It actually looked like it was in pretty good shape. There was no box, razor only.

[drews50]

When in doubt, try going to www.mr-razor.com. His pictures have helped me identify razors and determine ages as well.