Gillette Ball End Tech DE Razor (British)

[@johnjames218]

that is my first ever razor Paul, bought 42 years ago and still gets used to this day, gives a very gentle shave

[@PaulHFilms]

That's fantastic John.....good razor isn't it.

[@timkennedy1192]

Those beautiful tulips made me think Spring Paul. It was warmer than usual here yesterday and in a walk around the yard, I noticed my daffodils pushing up through the mulch. Won't be long now!

[@yarekim5932]

Gorgeous Flowers , as always , Mrs H ! Thank you so much . That was a very relaxing shave Paul . I always enjoy them . Thanks for every thing . I don't know why I don't check instagram , but your pictures are fantastic ! Have a wonderful dinner , and a great week .

[@PaulHFilms]

Thanks Michael.

[@markanthonysmith413]

Great shave as usual Paul, going back into the 60s and 70s. all the best Mark.

[@shave-a-thon3415]

As exemplified by his post shave dance moves: i.imgur.com/KBe0hf5.jpg

[@odysseusjak]

Thanks Paul! I appreciate the little bits of information about what you do with the puck and mug and such. That helps a lot. Always enjoy these.

[@antoinestrouzas1335]

Very nice video Sir! The old Gillette after 50 years it's actually today! Amazing flowers! Congrats!! Greetings from Athens 🇬🇷

[@PaulHFilms]

Thank you very much, and all the best to you in Athens......Paul.

[@andrewhansen3044]

Saw a Michael Freedburg vid advising against soaking brush and soap together - knot glue deteriorated and brush fell apart. maybe something to be aware of. another great start to a sunday. thanks paul

[@PaulHFilms]

Thanks Drew, yes I am quite careful as to only fill the mug to cover the knot only usually......all the best....Paul.

[@fanbphm]

Always enjoy your videos....thank you for sharing them!! Have a good week....

[@arthurlamb.8339]

Hi Paul, Great shave. Im lucky enough to have a Gillette Tech ball end, in my birth year "1967 M3" third quarter.Its a brilliant razor. happy days. ☺👍

[@billywalker514]

Hi Paul got the same razor,lovely little razor going to use it this morning with tobs sandalwood couldn't be better all the best Billy.

[@1o1s1s1i1e]

Very nice shave Paul. Was driven out of bed at 2a.m. from the old arthritis flaring up so it was great to have your video and Mrs. H's lovely flowers for company, thank you both! I've been watching "Hidden Houses" on Plex while walking on the treadmill in the mornings. Love the Welsh countryside and the history! I don't know why the BBC don't pick you up to do these though for your walks and chats are much better than the presenter they have. Mrs. W and my granddaughter planted pepper seeds in pots yesterday so another gardening season begins. Hope you have a relaxing Sunday! Take care, Ossie P.S. Noticed that tiny light floating around twice, it don't move like lint.

[@theg-man7868]

Ossie Weinert ah, fellow arthritis sufferer, know how you feel. Keep your chin up and don't let it get you down. Try to stay positive,it can be a trial.

[@1o1s1s1i1e]

Thank you Gareth. Some mornings I head outside and watch the International Space Station go over, or just look at the moon and stars. We have to take advantage of being up early. My arthritis has been much worse since being exposed to Lyme's disease three years ago so beware of those ticks!

[@PaulHFilms]

Thanks Ossie, yes that dam arthritis, my great grandfather suffered very bad with it, his fingers were very badly shaped due to it...poor man....hidden houses as yes....hope the seeds do well Ossie, my chilli plant is still going so far....I will take a look for that light floating, thank you.....hope Sunday is going good for you, all the best.....Paul.

[@pigpen1775]

Always a pleasure to watch. Thank you kind sir.

[@PaulHFilms]

Thanks Jason.

[@jarrydpitt6311]

For todays shave im using the phoneix bakelite slant open comb black with a Wilkinson sword blade and good old arko shave soap.

[@jarrydpitt6311]

Excellent shave Paul good pick ups as well even though there wasn't many👍🖒👌💈💈💈💈.

[@DismontDeSire]

We try not mess your new video. Usually, if I cant see it in time, I add it to favorites and watch later.) Nice shaving mug, fit exactly for soap. I think top cap of the razor ia made from zink alloy, base plate from aluminium. Parsoonna Lab very good blade, good performs. Never seen this balm, glad you like it.)

[@PaulHFilms]

Thank you :-)

[@davidpackkard3354]

Thanks for the shave Paul. I’d love to find one of those vintage Ball End Techs. I gave my Travel Ball End Tech to my stepson. He loves it.

[@davidpackkard3354]

I have completed my experiment with the *Arko Shave Stick* (_You had mentioned that you would be interested in the results_). It was a wonderful lathering shave stick from start to finish and lasted for *85 shaves*. _I was definitely not stingy with it_. Others may get even more shaves out of it but that is what it did for me. YMMV. *_I’ll always have an Arko SS in my shave den._*

[@PaulHFilms]

Thanks for letting me know David, that is a good result, love Arko. all the best....Paul.

[@timomick912]

Hello Paul and another excellent video. I have a ball end Tech that is my birth year and quarter razor that I like a great deal....very good razor. For me, it will be shave #6 of Fatboy February today.

[@thorwulfx1]

Very nice shave, Paul. I've been testing out a few new creams this week, the Body Shop maca root and the Lucky Tiger cream. Both are quite good. For me, I would say that, on balance, I prefer the twist to open Gillettes to the Tech, but many people have great results with them. Cheers, and hope the Hobgoblin Ale and lashings of gravy provided the proper end to your weekend.

[@theechoinggreen6175]

Thanks for this video. I use the identical razor I got from my Dad, he used it for over 60 years. Definitely got to watch that sharp overhang though!

[@WolfRanger2008]

I recently purchased a "No Name" vintage razor with an open comb. I am not sure if it's some version of the Gillette Tech but I received a shave that was virtually identical to yours in terms of extreme mildness but with the blade( a Sputnik)that mowed down the whiskers like a beast. In short, I understand completely where you're coming from.... ;-)

[@in-sympathy-old]

Used my Muhle Aloe Vera too today with the only difference that I prefer cream. New Muhle blade in Muhle R 89 Grande, Muhle Rytmo synthetic brush, laddered the cream right on my face, no preshave oil or anything. Closed the pores afterwards with Muhle alum and Muhle Aloe Vera aftershave. Fantastic experience, no burns, no irritation, went down a treat :). P.S.: No Muhle advertising meant, I just try their products now :) P.P.S.: hope everyone else had a great shave too and going to have a great Sunday :)

[@PaulHFilms]

Fantastic shave you had, have a great weekend.....Paul.

[@in-sympathy-old]

PaulHFilms many thanks, you too!

[@gohabs365]

New subscriber here. Great shave Paul. The Tech does provide a "mild" shave (some may say too mild), but I find I have to be mindful of its extremely sharp corners and blade overhang.

[@PaulHFilms]

Welcome to my channel, and thanks for subscribing, much appreciated, it is mild, but that blade really give it an edge (pardon the pun).

[@s.j.l.8736]

Good video Paul.

[@shave-a-thon3415]

You should have seen him with BBC weathergirl Carol Kirkwood after the shave! i.imgur.com/KBe0hf5.jpg

[@bendycard]

Very nice Paul 😌👏 I thought for one second there you were starting to over-shave your top lip, I should have more faith 🙄 I've been using a Gillette Tech with US Personnas recently for my head shaves, they're a great combination aren't they (tried Israeli Personnas too, they didn't pair up as well). Thanks again LH for the beautiful flowers 😌👍💐

[@nickw22689]

That is a lovely looking classic razor!

[@donfraysier5079]

I have an inexpensive Razorock razor that is somewhat like that Gillette you have. The blade overhang has been eliminated, and they call it the Razorock DE1 razor. Also, I have the synthetic version of your boar brush, with the same color two tone handle.

[@MichaelThomascga1996]

Thanks for sharing, hope you have a great week!

[@theg-man7868]

Paul you are like a naughty school boy my better half says. And yes the postman is delivering packages with alarming frequency.

[@PaulHFilms]

Tell your better half she is right....lol...cheers Gareth.

[@spikeg.jr.4893]

I love that muhle mug Paul, in my opinion shaves are just nicer with a mug or bowl

[@ramsesD925]

Hi Paul, discovered your channel when your beginners guide was posted to reddit 3 days ago and I went through your old videos and watched several of them. Really enjoying the content. One question, have you made a video using Barrister and Mann soaps / aftershave? If not, do you plan to? Keep the videos coming!

[@PaulHFilms]

Thank you, glad you enjoy them, not used Barrister & Mann as yet, but it is on the list....all the best....Paul.

[@scousewillo62]

Tech are just a little too mild for me, I have an open comb old type from about 1915, very nice shave even if the teeth on the head are quite sharp.

[@steviekek]

Excellent shave Paul, are those blades sometimes referred to as "Persona Lab Blues" ?

[@shave-a-thon3415]

Those are the Personna Lab Blues with a special coating for hospital use. atblades.com/products/double-edge/surgical-prep-blade-3/ Accutec purchased the Personna/Gem line from Energizer a few years ago and their descriptions are lacking. Note the line of regular double edge blade descriptions: atblades.com/product-category/double-edge/ There's a number of different catalogue #'s and two packaged ones, but with little description. Some don't even mention they're stainless steel. See page 3 of their catalogue has the med preps: atblades.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/AccuTec-catalog-Personna-Medical-Blades-2017.pdf You'll find all their other blades on page 21 here: atblades.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/AccuTec-catalog-Personna-Specialty-Blades-2016.pdf

[@steviekek]

Thanks for the very informative and in depth reply

[@shave-a-thon3415]

You're quite welcome. I just answered first because Paul had a very busy night with the fans at his post shave meet and greet as you can see here: i.imgur.com/KBe0hf5.jpg

[@steviekek]

ha ha ; I see you do these for Kevy shaves too, very good

[@PaulHFilms]

There you go, Shav a thon is a great person to have here :-)

[@pkj77]

hahaha i just bought the williams after shave, i mistook it for the Pre-electric shave smelled the same but loove the smell yours says Blue Ice on it mine Aqua Velva, and on the Deo spary Ice Blue

[@Stoeff1987]

Hey Paul, nice video as always! Do you own any other aloe vera soaps you can compare this one to? I personally have the Haslinger aloe vera which is kind of the referece for me, as it is a really wonderful soap and it is so inexpensive! Just a few days ago I tried the Edwin Jagger aloe soap and compared to the Haslinger which is very natural and I would guess unscented, the EJ has a really nice, classic scent. Unfortunately it let me down performance/protection wise even though I was on my razor/blade "feel good combination".

[@shave-a-thon3415]

Edwin Jagger sandalwood soap was the first soap I ever used for my first DE shave. I had about 8 cuts, most of which were due to excess pressure and my technique. I've used the soap numerous times and agree that it's protection is lacking and it's not the easiest to lather. Today I had a pretty good shave with it but I think Williams Mug Soap is just as good in the protection area. I wouldn't mind a cologne with the scent of the Edwin Jagger sandalwood, though.

[@shave-a-thon3415]

Have you tried Mitchell's Wool Fat? That one leaves the face feeling great. Another favorite of mine is Tabac.

[@PaulHFilms]

That is a shame the performance wasn't there in the shave, I only have this Aloe Vera shaving soap, I do have other soaps with Aloe Vera added with other ingredients shall we say, but nothing on it's own like this, hope to get more though, as I enjoy the scent....all the best...Paul.

[@stephenmkeer]

Do you not have parsnips with your Sunday lunch and is it the King goblin (special reserve) ale ?

[@PaulHFilms]

Not keen on parsnips Steve, but Mrs H loves them, and the King Goblin is an Ale yes.

[@kitasaunders]

Hi Paul, do you have a link to where you got the Med prep blades from? I ordered some from ebay but didn't look nothing like yours through writing on the blade was all smudged.

[@PaulHFilms]

The link has gone from when I bought mine, they are Personna Med Prep Blades....here is the blades, but this seller is in the states not the UK, but will give you an idea of the blade. www.ebay.co.uk/itm/100-Personna-Medical-Prep-Double-Edge-Safety-Razor-Blades-Super-Sharp-/172350232507?hash=item2820dfd7bb:g:35EAAOxyaTxTVrwW

[@kitasaunders]

Thanks Paul

[@johngoard8272]

Thanks for letting me know what this razor is because I picked one up at a good price and I could not ID it. Personally I cannot go without Thayers Medicated with hazel for pain relief on sensitive skin as also I cannot go for roast pork with no apple sauce LOL!! Oh and the baby potatoes are really nice out here in Australia too (ex apt Sussex born)

[@PaulHFilms]

Glad this helped you I D the razor John, and yes apple sauce with pork.....not had it for years....all the best :-)

[@joshmclain3411]

great video and nice looking shave do you prefer mild razors or aggressive razors to shave with

[@PaulHFilms]

I like both, but enjoy either depending what I fancy using at the time....if that makes sense...lol.

[@joshmclain3411]

that makes sense it's like picking a soap or aftershave and brush and what to use thanks Paul

[@stephenmkeer]

I bet you forgot to add water to the brush handle ?

[@PaulHFilms]

Yep....you got it...lol....I will try to remember next time I use it.

[@shave-a-thon3415]

I was thinking the same thing and wondering if that's the brush you mentioned where the handle could be opened.

[@stephenmkeer]

Yes,I have the red handled one and the coloured part pops off and you can add any kind of weight to it (I fill it with water),and it makes the brush feel a little heavier.I don't use mine anymore as the handle is too small to get a comfortable grip.

[@Brandon191]

HI Paul! Have you tried Floid Vigoroso after shave? I would like to see what you thought of it.

[@PaulHFilms]

Not tried it as yet, but have heard of it....seems good.... Paul.

[@shave-a-thon3415]

How many fragrances can the poor guy try in one day after an exhausting fan get together here: i.imgur.com/KBe0hf5.jpg

[@bangkoknik5124]

Lashings of gravy. Hobgoblin. I'm jealous.

[@stephenlegg262]

Hi Paul from South Wales. I am always wary when shaving around the nose and mouth. I thought that it's best to wet the face between passes or am I wrong.

[@johnjames218]

i always like to wet my face on each pass

[@PaulHFilms]

Best way to be , wary....and very good idea to wet the face between passes yes, I don't as I don't need too. But all helps the skin and shave. Cheers Stephen.

[@shave-a-thon3415]

It also helps to refresh the soap on the brush. I leave the face wet between passes without drying off. The soap dries out and thickens a bit in the bowl or on the brush, so even if you do what I do, you'll still get the pasty lather that Paul likes, but not the kind of post shave enjoyment he sees here: i.imgur.com/KBe0hf5.jpg

[@majasmagic]

Do you know what year that razor was made Paul?

[@PaulHFilms]

No sadly, there is no date code on it.

[@wellyxthewalfaser6656]

@@PaulHFilms i have one the same as yours but from england no dates as well but i've done some research that it might be 1950

[@Grotto666]

is this razor all aluminium?

[@PaulHFilms]

Yes it is.

[@Grotto666]

thank you for the fast reply:) I really want to buy a vintage razor but I am a bit put off by some things I read about brass and aluminium being bad for your skin and the like. What I like about the gillette razors, for example, is that you don't have problems with aligning the blade and with butterfly type of razors the doors open and close in unison not like the modern butterfly razors. And those razors are old like 60 years at least.

[@PaulHFilms]

Your welcome, yes the old Gillette razors were certainly made to last...and work well even today.

[@rcsart6409]

Only a year late to comment! Saw this after taking delivery of my first vintage, a ball end tech in a bakelite travel case, complete with some rusty gillette steel blades. Looking forward to giving it a go tomorrow, but will use a new blade.

[@markmongo44]

Hey Paul, you definitely have got your moneys worth with that shirt. it's time to sell it on eBay. LOL. Cheers, Mark

[@PaulHFilms]

Lol...that made me laugh....your right too.. :-)

[@kevinb3030]

Paul What's Your Age If You Don't Mind Me Asking .... The Reason Is You Mention The 1970s Often Come On You Can't Be A Day Over 35 ?

[@PaulHFilms]

Lol....thank you, I am knocking the door of being 45.

[@kevinb3030]

PaulHFilms Well I Turn 61 March 24 ..

[@shave-a-thon3415]

Paul's post shave fan get together found him on the dance floor with BBC weathergirl, Carol Kirkwood, and Paul pulled out all the moves: i.imgur.com/KBe0hf5.jpg

[@PaulHFilms]

Superb...lol....thank you yet again, always enjoy these :-)

[@wtre428476]

Same blade that hospitals use above and below the waste...lol

[@shave-a-thon3415]

Don't remind me. I've had two hernia operations and that's the kind of 3 pass shave you would rather not have the surgeon's assistant performing, unlike Paul's post shave get together with BBC weathergirl Carol Kirkwood: i.imgur.com/KBe0hf5.jpg

[@technicallybrilliant2760]

i have some items i would like to "pif" blades basically .... anyone ? preferably in the uk . oops hello Paul :O)

[@PaulHFilms]

Nice one, good luck Mark.

[@paulmark9282]

Having to shave everyday, I am beginning to really.like my Techs. Mild but efficient. Great video again Paul. My video on our recent weather kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIGrfZqkirejmtE

[@PaulHFilms]

Thanks for the link, watched it, that is some snow...lol..good supplies too :-)