Folding razor, 1 of 2

Side view of a pair of razors showing one folded and one assembled. Side view of a pair of razors showing one folded and one assembled. Side view of a pair of razors showing one folded and one assembled. Side view of a pair of razors showing one folded and one opened out.
Side view of a pair of razors showing one folded and one assembled. Side view of a pair of razors showing one folded and one assembled. Side view of a pair of razors showing one folded and one assembled. Side view of a pair of razors showing one folded and one opened out.

Classification

Description

One of two folding disposable razors designed by Athos Bergamaschi for Elberel of Italy, 1970s. These razors provide a good demonstration of the polypropylene living hinge. The measurements below are for the folded piece.
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Bergamaschi, Athos
Manufacturer
Elberel Italiana

Inscriptions

moulded: "Patented. Italy N. 9307/A P160 Patented USA N.6/497153" (inside)

Object number

AIBDC : 003485.1

Date

1975 (circa)

Country

Italy

Method

injection moulded

Material

plastic
PP
polypropylene
metal
Dimensions
Width
43mm
Height
43mm
Depth
11mm

Colour

blue