Just scored an assortment of vintage DEs

**ctakim** · 11-06-2008, 08:10 PM

I just won this auction on fleabay. I recognize the Fatboy and the superspeed, but not the others. I guess I have some research to do. One auction and now I"m a collector, and all I really wanted was a Fatboy to go with my adjustable slim and flare tip superspeed that were already in my collection.

Is this the start of RAD?

**Wishoot** · 11-06-2008, 08:21 PM

Originally Posted by ctakim

Is this the start of RAD?

Hunker down and pray for daylight. It only gets worse from here.

One of these days, someone will invent a decent 12-step program for the various wetshaving AD's.

By the way, welcome to the club.

**merwtje** · 11-06-2008, 08:24 PM

Very nice, top left looks like a Valet in a GEM case.
Top right, a Gillette Old Type
Bottom GEM Micromatic single Edge razor, a Gillette NEW in a nice condition and a Fatboy and a Superspeed but that you already knew.
Start collecting now

**chimes13** · 11-06-2008, 08:55 PM

You'll know you have a big problem (like me) when you almost bid on something like this without realizing you already have the exact same thing. (see here

**Crag** · 11-06-2008, 10:20 PM

Originally Posted by chimes13

You'll know you have a big problem (like me) when you almost bid on something like this without realizing you already have the exact same thing. (see here

lol I just did the same thing except I actually bought them! 2 gold & 1 Aluminum Ball Handled Techs....The aluminum one can be considered a different razor, can't it?

**ctakim** · 11-07-2008, 03:49 AM

Originally Posted by merwtje

Very nice, top left looks like a Valet in a GEM case.
Top right, a Gillette Old Type
Bottom GEM Micromatic single Edge razor, a Gillette NEW in a nice condition and a Fatboy and a Superspeed but that you already knew.
Start collecting now

Thanks for the info, that is very helpful!

**Darjeeling Express** · 11-07-2008, 04:52 AM

Do NOT be reluctant to try the GEM micromatic. Go to your local drug store chain, pick up a pack of their single edge blades (the kind you pick up at the hardware store to scrape paint from glass or that pesky car registration sticker - they look the same, but you want those sold in the drug store in the shaving section) and check it out. Many B&B members love the Gems and Ever Ready single edges and use them along with their Double Edges. Have fun. Search threads for Gem. This thread is just the tip of the iceberg http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?t=63837

**thirdeye** · 11-07-2008, 05:07 AM

RAD has yet again reared it's ugly head....

Nice score.

**Tinkerputzer** · 11-07-2008, 05:38 AM

I'm afraid your hooked like the rest of us shave nuts. Nice scores

and welcome!!!

**guitarslinger** · 11-07-2008, 07:26 AM

Remember, it looked like an army of vintage Gillettes. There must have been a thousand.

I thought he was going to clean and sell them.

What ever happened with all of those razors?

**homh** · 11-07-2008, 09:08 AM

Nice collection of razors. How much did that lot go for?

While I like the GEM 1912 model, Im not a big fan of the Micromatic model.
The NEW, Fatboy and Gillette SS are very good and your likely be pleased with them.

Its hard to find a blade for the Valet that will work. The Old Style is a nice historical addition to your collection.

You did good on this purchase~

**Tinkerputzer** · 11-07-2008, 01:37 PM

Originally Posted by guitarslinger

Remember, it looked like an army of vintage Gillettes. There must have been a thousand.

I thought he was going to clean and sell them.

What ever happened with all of those razors?

I believe you are referring to MTGrayling, who has been banned

. Too bad IMO, cause he brought a lot to this community. As far as the razors go, I believe they've all been sold.

**ctakim** · 11-07-2008, 09:32 PM

Originally Posted by homh

Nice collection of razors? How much did that lot go for?

While I like the GEM 1912 model, Im not a big fan of the Micromatic model.
The NEW, Fatboy and Gillette SS are very good and your likely be pleased with them.

Its hard to find a blade for the Valet that will work. The Old Style is a nice historical addition to your collection.

You did good on this purchase~

I won it for $41 with $8 shipping. It went for lower than I expected. I really didn't mean to start a collection, but now I think that it is kinda neat.

Is Valet a separate brand of razors?

**barman** · 11-08-2008, 08:55 PM

Is there a 12 step program for thosd hooked on phonics?

**ctakim** · 11-22-2008, 02:05 PM

Originally Posted by merwtje

Very nice, top left looks like a Valet in a GEM case.
Top right, a Gillette Old Type
Bottom GEM Micromatic single Edge razor, a Gillette NEW in a nice condition and a Fatboy and a Superspeed but that you already knew.
Start collecting now

The Valet (in the GEM case) looks interesting and mechanically complex. Do you know where I can find out more about this razor? I'd be interested in age, type of blades, etc.

TIA for any help!