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Gillette

Gillette Ball End Replica Handle - Universally Threaded Billet Brass Factory Nickel

SKU: BE-Replica

Description

Introducing a new product fro Razor Emporium, one that has been much needed in the world of vintage wet-shaving. Gillette Ball End handles found on Old Type, New Improved, and NEW era razors are seen frequently with cracks. Most handles feature at least a hairline crack, and some are split completely in half. This flaw is the result of a pressfitting technique which in combination with poor metallurgy resulted in weak handles and unusable razors.

Our handles are made from billet high quality brass and we have corrected the cracks by threading the neck and ball into the handle rather than press-fitting. The threads have been thread-locked so they will never come loose and will never crack. A beautiful Ball End handle can accompany most safety razor heads including Ikon, Edwin Jagger, Above the Tie, and etc. These handles are a great find, add one to your cart now.

 

Length: 3.136 in

Diameter: .393 in

Weight: 28g

Country of Manufacture: China
Type: Universally threaded Handle
Finish: Factory Nickel
Date: 2018
Condition: New
Grade: New
Imperfections: n/a
Included: Razor Handle Only

 

Gillette

Gillette Ball End Replica Handle - Universally Threaded Billet Brass Factory Nickel

SKU: BE-Replica
$25.00
Gift wrapping: Options available
Condition:
New

Description

Introducing a new product fro Razor Emporium, one that has been much needed in the world of vintage wet-shaving. Gillette Ball End handles found on Old Type, New Improved, and NEW era razors are seen frequently with cracks. Most handles feature at least a hairline crack, and some are split completely in half. This flaw is the result of a pressfitting technique which in combination with poor metallurgy resulted in weak handles and unusable razors.

Our handles are made from billet high quality brass and we have corrected the cracks by threading the neck and ball into the handle rather than press-fitting. The threads have been thread-locked so they will never come loose and will never crack. A beautiful Ball End handle can accompany most safety razor heads including Ikon, Edwin Jagger, Above the Tie, and etc. These handles are a great find, add one to your cart now.

 

Length: 3.136 in

Diameter: .393 in

Weight: 28g

Country of Manufacture: China
Type: Universally threaded Handle
Finish: Factory Nickel
Date: 2018
Condition: New
Grade: New
Imperfections: n/a
Included: Razor Handle Only

 

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  • Posted by George A Capola on 7th Jan 2021

    5
    GILLETTE BALL END REPLICA HANDLE

    Truly Unversal. The plating is beautiful.

  • Posted by Mark Nordquist on 7th Jan 2021

    5
    Gillette ball end replica handle

    So awesome that Razor Emporium makes this replica handle since almost all of the Gillette original handles are cracked. Practically a new razor with the razor guard and cap revamped paired with this ball end replica. Thanks Razor Emporium.

  • Posted by John Ervin Meyer on 2nd Oct 2020

    5
    Gillette Ball End Replica Handle

    You have done a fine job replicating the historical Gillette razor handle. I used it as a good replacement to a modern razor making it more old school.

  • Posted by Peter Fountotos on 21st Sep 2020

    5
    Can't go wrong

    I ordered the bare brass version for my 1930's Gillette New Long Comb as the original handle had barely any depth to the knurling making it hard to hold onto and control. The New also requires a smaller mating diameter/geometry than the Old, so not many handles will screw all the way down, but this one does, perfectly. This replica-inspired handle really took my vintage razor into new territory. No only is all the knurling like a modern razor and very grippy, but the balance point completely changed for the better. The weight bears down at the exact point where the head meets the face, making the shave smoother and easier and more tuned. Something tells me these guys did some tweaking/testing before they decided to sell what you are viewing here, which takes it to a whole new level. The machining is not the smoothest, so even using a polish like Flitz on the smooth parts won't get it like a mirror finish but I think instead of a con, it's more like a pro in disguise as the razor is a little more grippy and sure-footed this way. For $20, an absolute steal. Great job RE!