7 O'clock Sharp and 11C - Will I become a Merkur Convert?

[dreadpirate]

The 7 O'clock Sharps are GREAT! Even better in a Merkur 11C.

Up until this month - I was strictly a Gillette man. Now my Gillettes are sitting idle as I tend to favor the Merkurs (37G and 11C). I will be adding an open-comb 1904 to the collection soon.

 

[DunEdinRanger]

YES!

Wait till you try the Barber Poles.

 

[The Seeker]

The 7 O'clock Sharps are GREAT! Even better in a Merkur 11C.

Great to hear.

I've been using the SharpEdges for a few months with my 34C with great results. I've been looking to move to an open comb and am currently deciding between a Merkur 11C and a Mühle R41. It's good to know the SharpEdges are a nice combo with an open comb.

 

[Nils]

The 7 O'clock Sharps are GREAT! Even better in a Merkur 11C.

Up until this month - I was strictly a Gillette man. Now my Gillettes are sitting idle as I tend to favor the Merkurs (37G and 11C). I will be adding an open-comb 1904 to the collection soon.

Those blades are awesome in a Slant, really looking forward to trying them in the 11c. I think that this razor doesn't get the proper recognition here, anyway!

 

[dreadpirate]

I have both the 11C and the slant (37G). I think the 11C is more aggressive but provides a very close shave. The slant is smooth and comfortable. I believe the slicing action makes the slant more efficient. Sort of a toss up as to which I like best. But I definitely agree that the 11C does not get enough good press.

Those blades are awesome in a Slant, really looking forward to trying them in the 11c. I think that this razor doesn't get the proper recognition here, anyway!

 

[Nils]

To me the 11c is a perfect cross between the Slant and the HD, it combines the perfect handling of the HD with the Slant's thoroughness. I can't say which one I like better. Always the one I'm just using, I guess...

 

[dpmtherrien]

You're going to love the 1904. The 1904 is my go to DE, and I have both the safety bar and the open comb.

 

[Nils]

The 1904's head seems to be the same as the 11c. What makes the razors different in your opinion?

 

[dreadpirate]

I saw a post from a member who said that the open-comb heads on the three piece Merkurs are not the same as the two piece. I guess I will find out for myself.

The 1904's head seems to be the same as the 11c. What makes the razors different in your opinion?

 

[dreadpirate]

I think the 1904 just plain looks cool.

You're going to love the 1904. The 1904 is my go to DE, and I have both the safety bar and the open comb.

 

[TenorClef]

I think their 1904 model is the art decor of the range, the head is identical to the Heavy Duty model but clearly the handle whilst heavy is not as heavy as the HD Merkur. I do like the 1904 though...

 

[dreadpirate]

Tried a Merkur 1904 and a yellow pack 7 o'clock. I am definitely digg'n it. I think some Gillette razors will be up for sale soon.

 

[Wil Dorenbos]

I only use vintage German razors and am very happy with them. No need for a Gillette...

 

[JPM]

Tried a Merkur 1904 and a yellow pack 7 o'clock. I am definitely digg'n it. I think some Gillette razors will be up for sale soon.

That is one of my favorite combinations.

 

[VR6ofpain]

Have you tried the 7 O'clock Super Stainless (green pack, Made in Russia)? What do you think of them?

 

[dreadpirate]

Have not as of yet.

Have you tried the 7 O'clock Super Stainless (green pack, Made in Russia)? What do you think of them?

 

[Waseem]

I just got a few Gillettes, after 4 years of Merkur, after I use them, I still have to use a Merkur to finish.

Maybe it's my fault cause I use the Merkur wait without applying any pressure. But that does not seem to work on the SS as it is very light.