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Nearly 18 months ago, James M. Kilts, CEO and President of The Gillette Company, “announced” in The Onion:

Fuck Everything, We’re Doing Five Blades

Then, six hours ago today:

Gillette unveils 5-bladed razor

Proving once again that “you can’t make this shit up”.

(via Ernie)

3 Responses to “The Onion does product development”

  1. “…it’s like comparing a Ferrari to a Volkswagen as far as we’re concerned,” Chairman, President and Chief Executive James Kilts

    Absolutely hilarious. It’s really sharp metal strips. Wait wait wait… I think I might have just come up with the greatest idea in shaving since King Gillette first invented the razor. Stay with me. What if we did… SIX BLADES. I’m gunna be rich.

  2. I’ve been waiting for this day ever since I read the article. I hope there’s a follow up.

    Over / Under on 6 blades = January 07

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