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Need Help Identifying Vintage Gillette
Hello, all! I'm a new member here and I'd appreciate some help identifying this vintage Gillette safety razor.
I have a modest collection of vintage razors and I'm familiar with most common Gillette variations, but I've never seen anything like this one. My dad picked it up at a flea market. On the under-side of the blade holder it is marked "Gillette" and "Made in England." On the handle it is marked "Pat. 133963-1917." It appears to be silver plated.
It came with a case which is in fair condition. The case is marked "Gillette: known the world over" and "New Standard."
I thought the razor was a fairly typical old Gillette 3-piece until I saw how it comes apart (see attached pics). Very unusual!
Can anybody tell me what I have? I'm curious to know the history, rarity, age (does the 1917 in the patent # refer to the year 1917?) and approximate value of this razor.
Thanks!