New SE and TTO DE

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12-23-2013, 04:42 PM
BobH

New SE and TTO DE

Got these the other day. The first is a Darwin and I had a good time honing the chips out I can tell you. Feels like it is ready to go now after attempt #2 at honing.

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g2...psd226597d.jpg

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g2...psce74f211.jpg

The other is a gold Gillette TTO Tech from 1952 (Milord). Fair shape and don't expect any problems as a regular tech is a fairly mild shave.

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g2...ps3a533fc7.jpg

http://i59.photobucket.com/albums/g2...psa14dfed6.jpg

Bob
12-23-2013, 06:07 PM
Hirlau

Those look great, I've never seen a Darwin before, thanks for showing them.
12-23-2013, 06:21 PM
BobH

Never saw a Darwin in the flesh before either till the other day. Got a thing for odd ducks and the Darwin surely qualifies on that account. First official shave in the morning.

Bob
12-23-2013, 06:34 PM
Hirlau

Alright, let us know the results,,,,
12-23-2013, 06:45 PM
BobH

Sure SOTD tomorrow.

Bob
12-26-2013, 08:02 AM
BobH

Finally got a chance to shave with the Gillette TTO Tech Milord and can say it shaves like the 3 piece Techs. That is to say it gives a nice smooth shave and is not overly aggressive. Anyone looking for a DE to learn on can't go far wrong with a Gillette with a Tech head. They can be real bargains if you take your time and look around a little. The knurling on the Tech TTO is very good at providing a secure grip too. I might even consider having the old girl re plated as she is so nice and well behaved.

Bob