{"product_id":"vintage-1950s-1960s-gentlemans-travel-grooming-set-brown-zip-case-shaving-brush-comb-clothes-brush-toiletry-vanity-kit","title":"Vintage 1950s 1960s Gentleman's Travel Grooming Set Brown Zip Case Shaving Brush Comb Clothes Brush Toiletry Vanity Kit","description":"A vintage mid-century gentleman’s travelling grooming set, presented in its original fitted brown zip-around case.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe set contains a selection of matching brown grooming and toiletry accessories, including a bristle clothes or hair brush, comb, two cylindrical screw-top containers, rectangular lidded container and a collapsible travelling shaving brush.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe shaving brush has a silver-coloured metal handle that fits inside its matching brown protective tube for storage. A small yellow fabric drawstring pouch is also included.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSeveral of the accessories are made from an attractive mottled brown early plastic. Similar sets are often described as Bakelite or phenolic plastic, but the material has not been tested, so it is listed as Bakelite-style rather than confirmed Bakelite.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe brown fitted case has a structured rectangular shape, contrasting stitching and a metal zip closure. It would make an interesting addition to a collection of vintage barbering accessories, gentleman’s vanity items or mid-century travel memorabilia.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDue to its age, the set is best suited to collection, display, theatre or photographic prop use. The grooming pieces have not been cleaned, sterilised or tested for modern personal use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nItem Details\u003cbr\u003e\nMaker: Unknown or unmarked\u003cbr\u003e\nItem type: Gentleman’s travelling grooming and toiletry set\u003cbr\u003e\nHistorical alternative name: Gentleman’s travelling toilet set\u003cbr\u003e\nEstimated era: Approximately 1950s–1960s\u003cbr\u003e\nNumber of pieces: Multiple-piece fitted set, sold exactly as photographed\u003cbr\u003e\nCase: Structured brown zip-around grooming case\u003cbr\u003e\nCase material: Leather or leatherette appearance; exact material not verified\u003cbr\u003e\nMain accessory material: Mottled brown Bakelite-style or phenolic-style plastic; untested\u003cbr\u003e\nMetal details: Silver-coloured metal shaving-brush handle and metal zips\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded: Bristle clothes or hair brush\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded: Fine-toothed grooming comb\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded: Collapsible travelling shaving brush with protective tube\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded: Two cylindrical screw-top containers\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded: Rectangular lidded toiletry or soap container\u003cbr\u003e\nIncluded: Yellow fabric drawstring pouch\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate case width: 8½ inches\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate case height: 6 inches\u003cbr\u003e\nApproximate case depth: 3½ inches\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasurements: Estimated from the photographs and should be treated as approximate\u003cbr\u003e\nOriginal packaging: The fitted brown case is included\u003cbr\u003e\nCompleteness: Original complete contents cannot be confirmed; sold as photographed\u003cbr\u003e\nSuggested uses: Vintage grooming display, barber-shop decoration, theatre prop, period-film prop, photography styling or collector’s item\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nGood vintage display condition overall, with visible age-related wear.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe brown case shows light scratches, scuffs, dust and handling marks. The stitching and zip appear intact in the photographs, and the case is shown both open and closed.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe brown plastic accessories have surface marks, rubbing, dulling and signs of previous use. The silver-coloured shaving-brush handle shows age-related tarnishing and marks.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe brush and shaving-brush bristles show dust, discolouration and previous use consistent with their age. The yellow fabric pouch has creasing and age-related wear.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe contents have not been tested, cleaned or sterilised and are recommended primarily for collection or display. The original completeness of the set cannot be guaranteed.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and condition report.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n[Shipping]\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis item will be shipped with a tracking number.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe item will be securely packed and will be shipped within the estimated delivery date. I can ship internationally, however you will need to select this before purchase as this will affect the shipping fee.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nI operate a standard shipping fee however you can select a different delivery option if you would like to pay more.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nYour item will be securely packed using sturdy boxes, paper and bubble wrap. I like to recycle as much as possible so please don‘t be alarmed if your box has another brand name on it.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n[Order processing]\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe order will first go into the processing stage. This stage involves finding the order, and packaging the product ready for shipment. Once the order is ready for shipping it will be sent and then you will be alerted that the order has been shipped. A tracking number is provided with each order so you can track your parcels progress. 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