Vintage Gillette New Deluxe Razor in Gold w/Red and Black Case 1934?, The head had been replated 15 years ago, the rest of the Razor is in Excellent Original Condition, no hairline crack in the handle, The Case is as New as it gets for being 95 years old,  Very Rare

The razor present for sale in the Red an Black case is the New Deluxe which was also called Gillette New, it came in different cases, depending on the case or handle (the head came with 6 different handles) the razor was promoted in different cases with names like New Berkshire, New Oxford, Federal, New Summerset, Canadian Red and Black because of the case

The razor (Gillette New, New Deluxe) presented in this sale came with the red and black case. Gillette presented 4 different handles with the Red and Black case and promoted these razor as "Red and Black Special". 

The vintage Gillette NEW (manufactured from 1930 to 1941) is highly regarded in the wet-shaving community. It features an open-comb design that balances an aggressive look with a surprisingly mild, highly efficient shave. Users praise it for offering a remarkably close shave without causing skin irritation. 

Key Features & Models

• The Heads: Available in long-comb and short-comb variations. The long comb requires a slightly steeper learning curve to find the perfect shaving angle, while the short comb is often described as more intuitive and easy to use.
• The Blade Design: The NEW series was a massive innovation for Gillette, shifting away from the old three-hole blade to a central slot, setting the standard for modern double-edge razor blades.
• The Handles: Originally paired with the popular hollow ball-end handle, common bar handle, or thicker "Big Fellow" styles. 

Performance & Feel

• Aggressiveness: Despite being an open-comb razor, the Gillette NEW sits comfortably at mild to mid-level aggression. It cuts through multiple days of stubble effortlessly but is gentle enough for daily shaving.
• Blade Feel: The blade is quite rigid and provides good auditory and tactile feedback, letting you know exactly where it is cutting on your face.
• Lather Flow: The open teeth on the comb allow lather and shaved whiskers to flow through, preventing the razor from clogging up during your pass. 

Important Considerations for Buyers

• Cracked Handles: Many original ball-end handles are prone to hairline cracks due to the way they were manufactured. Inspect these closely, or be prepared to replace the handle with a modern solid stainless steel or brass replacement.
• Plating Wear: Because these razors are made of solid brass, older models will often exhibit "brassing" or plating loss. You can often find them in usable, original condition or opt for restored, newly plated options (e.g., in nickel or rhodium) from reputable customizers like Razor Emporium