Karve Shaving Co. - On this day in 1904, 117 years ago, King C. Gillette was awarded his patent for his mass-produced safety razor. While he may not have actually been the
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Image of GILLETTE RAZOR, 1904. - Drawing From King C. Gillette's Patent Application For The Gillette Safety Razor, Submitted In 1901 And Approved In 1904. From Granger - Historical Picture Archive
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