1948-50 Gillette vintage safety razor 40's style Super Speed 5 Lord Cool blades

Description

1948-50 1940's style Gillette super speed medium aggression
No date code with notched center bar
Mechanically it is in great condition.
The twist to open mechanism is nice and smooth, doors open and close evenly   I have also measured the measured the gap, it is aligned on both sides and measures
.025 of an inch or .635 mm
Considered as a whole this is a beautiful razor. There are some areas of brassing. It is visible in most photos, however in pictures 10, 11 and 12 I've tried to draw your eye directly to it. On the top of the silo door and on the one side of the razor above the end cap. If you were to replace that one door overall this razor would be stunning.
The brassing will of course never affect the quality of shave that this razor provides. Is purely cosmetic but due to that cosmetic condition I'm selling this razor at at a discounted price.
Included is a brand new pack of five Lord Cool stainless steel double edge razor blades perfect for use in this razor or any other standard safety razor.
I have cleaned and sanitized this razor. It is shave ready
I always try and  provide as many pictures as I can, from every angle imaginable and in good lighting.
I  try to find the flaws or anything that might be wrong with an item listed and point them out to you the best I can.
I want your return business, not a one-time sale. I don't like unpleasant surprises and I don't imagine you do either.
And as always please take a good look at the pictures as they're part of the description and if you have any questions or would like to see more pictures just ask I'd be happy to help
I'm a wet shaving enthusiast and I collect old Barber Shop memorabilia.
I have many razors listed, If you don't see what you are looking for please ask as I may have it in stock but not listed yet. And if that is the case I'd be happy to get it listed so that you can look at it.
I will happily combine shipping. I'm also happy to do bundle deals on certain razors when possible
I am happy to ship internationally.
I do not do returns. There are 2 reasons for this, however, please check my feedback. I think you will notice that this will likely be a non-issue.
#1 is sanitation.
I sell personal hygiene products.
For  cleaning,  I do  3 seperate steps.
I use Dawn detergent, Colgate toothpaste and  isopropyl alcohol in a spray bottle.
3 separate steps, performed in order
This thoroughly cleans and sanitizes  without harming the razor.
I lubricate with Mineral oil only.
If you have any questions please ask I'd be happy to explain in detail.
#2  I do a thorough job of taking pictures from every angle and I always provide 12 photos. I generally never do auctions so you have plenty of time to look it over and to ask me questions. And I will be happy to send you additional photos upon request, as many as you may need. I try to find the flaws as stated above and point them out to you, however I am human which is why it is critical that you look closely at the photographs and ask questions.
Most of the items that I sell are very old and as a result they are going to have blemishes and or imperfections. Some of which are desired by collectors.
I try NOT to polish. In my opinion there is NOT a safe way to do so. No matter how it is done plating is removed.
However, when polishing is required I use 4 different brands/types of polishing cloths . I rarely use a liquid. If I do it is  Flitz or Maas.
This all varies from razor to razor.
Thanks for taking the time to check out my listing. -Tobin