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Tune-Up Service

SKU: TuneUp

Description

Have a razor that needs to be cleaned, polished and adjusted? Tune it up!

 *** Please take note, if you have other items on a service order and want those items shipped separately from your service work make sure you contact us to arrange a second shipment. Additional fees may apply. ***

What We Do

Vintage safety razors pack some of the most bang for the buck, but knowing if they are fully functional, hygienic and shave-ready is a different story. Starting at $35, we offer a professional restoration that helps bring your old-school razor back to its glory days. 

*Please Note: Specialty razors include Bottom Dial Fatboy, Red Dot Fatboy, and Toggle Safety Razors.

How it Works

  1. We first clean your razor in our industrial ultrasonic machine to remove any soap scum, mineral deposits and grime. Disassembly is carried out for the best results whenever possible. 
  2. Next we carefully polish the inside and out of your razor, bringing the vintage metal up to a high luster. 
  3. Mechanical adjustments are made to ensure the best functionality of your razor.
  4. We carry out any painting that is needed - numbers on adjusters, tips on super speeds and black handles. We use color-matched powder coating that exactly replicates the original factory colors and process. 
  5. Razors are again cleaned and sanitized before being lubricated and mailed back home. We include a free Polishing Cloth that will safely keep the shine on your vintage find!

Why It Matters

Professionally servicing means you'll get the best shaves possible knowing that your razor is functioning as it was designed to. Eliminate common problems that affect shaving performance such as:

  • Bent guards
  • Uneven blade gap
  • Frozen adjusters
  • Loose handles
  • Jammed doors
  • Twist To Open issues
  • Broken Clicker Spring (if you have an adjustable and it doesn't click anymore select the above option) 

 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SENDING YOUR RAZOR IN FOR SERVICE

  1. "Add to Cart" this service, check-out and make payment.
  2. You will purchase Shipping during checkout, this is how we will return your razor after completion.
  3. You will receive an Order Confirmation E-mail within minutes of your purchase. Click the link that says Shipping Instructions for Service Work and follow the directions. Include the ticket number / bar code scan form in your package.
  4. Send in your razor however you choose - USPS Small Flat Rate box is our recommendation. The postage you have purchased already is for return shipping.
  5. We'll let you know when we receive your razor and keep you updated during the process. 
  6. Our turn-around time is 3-5 business days once we receive your razor. 

 

Our Guarantee

We promise to deliver to you a "Shave Ready" razor that has been polished, adjusted, sanitized and lubricated. We guarantee our work for 30 days from the date we ship it back to you, giving you the confidence to enjoy using a quality vintage razor! Please contact us with any other questions!  

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Free polishing cloth with purchase!

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Tune-Up Service

SKU: TuneUp
$39.00
Gift wrapping: Options available

Description

Have a razor that needs to be cleaned, polished and adjusted? Tune it up!

 *** Please take note, if you have other items on a service order and want those items shipped separately from your service work make sure you contact us to arrange a second shipment. Additional fees may apply. ***

What We Do

Vintage safety razors pack some of the most bang for the buck, but knowing if they are fully functional, hygienic and shave-ready is a different story. Starting at $35, we offer a professional restoration that helps bring your old-school razor back to its glory days. 

*Please Note: Specialty razors include Bottom Dial Fatboy, Red Dot Fatboy, and Toggle Safety Razors.

How it Works

  1. We first clean your razor in our industrial ultrasonic machine to remove any soap scum, mineral deposits and grime. Disassembly is carried out for the best results whenever possible. 
  2. Next we carefully polish the inside and out of your razor, bringing the vintage metal up to a high luster. 
  3. Mechanical adjustments are made to ensure the best functionality of your razor.
  4. We carry out any painting that is needed - numbers on adjusters, tips on super speeds and black handles. We use color-matched powder coating that exactly replicates the original factory colors and process. 
  5. Razors are again cleaned and sanitized before being lubricated and mailed back home. We include a free Polishing Cloth that will safely keep the shine on your vintage find!

Why It Matters

Professionally servicing means you'll get the best shaves possible knowing that your razor is functioning as it was designed to. Eliminate common problems that affect shaving performance such as:

  • Bent guards
  • Uneven blade gap
  • Frozen adjusters
  • Loose handles
  • Jammed doors
  • Twist To Open issues
  • Broken Clicker Spring (if you have an adjustable and it doesn't click anymore select the above option) 

 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SENDING YOUR RAZOR IN FOR SERVICE

  1. "Add to Cart" this service, check-out and make payment.
  2. You will purchase Shipping during checkout, this is how we will return your razor after completion.
  3. You will receive an Order Confirmation E-mail within minutes of your purchase. Click the link that says Shipping Instructions for Service Work and follow the directions. Include the ticket number / bar code scan form in your package.
  4. Send in your razor however you choose - USPS Small Flat Rate box is our recommendation. The postage you have purchased already is for return shipping.
  5. We'll let you know when we receive your razor and keep you updated during the process. 
  6. Our turn-around time is 3-5 business days once we receive your razor. 

 

Our Guarantee

We promise to deliver to you a "Shave Ready" razor that has been polished, adjusted, sanitized and lubricated. We guarantee our work for 30 days from the date we ship it back to you, giving you the confidence to enjoy using a quality vintage razor! Please contact us with any other questions!  

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Free polishing cloth with purchase!

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Videos

  • Razor Emporium Safety Razor Tune-Up Service
  • How to Repair Vintage Gillette Safety Razor Missing End Caps Tutorial
  • How to: Is My Vintage DE Gillette Safety Razor Broken?
  • How to Correct a Vintage Gillette Safety Razor Lazy Door Tutorial

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  • Posted by Jack Bergin on 15th Mar 2021

    5
    My razors look almost new!

    Have some razors that operate less than optimum? The tune up service may be perfect for you; it was for me. Twist to open not working smoothly, send it in. Not as clean as you'd like, send it in. Vintage razor missing a part, send it in. Razor Emporium does a fabulous job.

  • Posted by Jerry L Donathan on 12th Mar 2021

    5
    1966 gillette slim adjustable razor

    RE did a fantastic job ! I'm very pleased with the performance of the tuned up razor

  • Posted by Carlos Torres on 11th Feb 2021

    5
    tune up service

    the best my razor is like brand new, thanks Razor Emporium

  • Posted by LP on 3rd Feb 2021

    5
    Gillette Executive Adjustable D3

    I recently purchased a Gillette Executive Adjustable D3 razor that was in excellent cosmetic condition. In fact, it looked like it had seen very little use. However, the first shave with it was very rough compared to my daily driver E4 standard 195 Fatboy. I checked the blade gaps on the Executive, and sure enough, they were way above spec even on setting #1 and were different on the opposite blade edges. Also, the TTO action did not feel the same as the E4. I did a partial tear-down and minor cleaning, but that did not help. Sent the razor in to Matt and the crew at RE for the tune-up service. Total turn-around time including shipping both ways was 12 days, which was very good. Razor came back looking great, except for a few small specks of black paint on the handle and on the plated collar between the adjustment dial and the black trim ring. I was able to remove those easily enough with nail polish remover and a few Q-tips. Checked blade gaps, they are even on both sides and well within specs on all settings. Razor shaves great now, and I'm glad to put this one in my regular rotation. Thanks for a great job!