Thorens Riviera Mechanical Razor
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1952

Thorens Riviera

Switzerland

Effective, non-electric razor. Amorphous two-part body in cream urea plastic, designed to fit into the hand. Powerful wind-up spring via large built-in key on back, gives generous shaving time. Rotary cutter and foil head. Push toggle switch, red logo (some versions also in black). Red PVC zip-up pouch. Registered design number 876,564, patent application number 30106/52 (1952) patent number 748,126 (1956).




This is my 2008 eBay purchase.  I was particularly pleased due to the stamped date:




And there...



Windup mechanism is likely why they bothered...





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Aforementioned datestamp:



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