Best Non-TTO Long Handle Razor?

[Kennyg2019]

I have a TTO long handle...as well as several “regular” (i.e. short) 2 and 3-piece razors ...Spring Cleaning forthcoming!
I just need a long 2 or 3-piece to complete my collection...well, at least for the time being
Thank you!

 

[Chad3]

Buy a long handle. Done.
Really if that’s all you care about, it’s that easy.

 

[ERS4]

Want to know how many centimeters of the handle is "long" for you?

 

[Kennyg2019]

~12-13cm (4.8-5.1”)

 

[JackJ]

~12-13cm (4.8-5.1”)

Wow, that's long. Most handle options I'm aware of top out at around 100mm in length. Is there anything that approaches 5"?

 

[Kennyg2019]

Buy a long handle. Done.
Really if that’s all you care about, it’s that easy.

But, what if (as is actually the case) I care about the complete razor (handle and head)?

 

[Ivo4u2]

Your best bet are lady designed razors which are longer as mens.
but 12-13cm is extreme.
I would seriously search for a Custom handle om which zo Mount a nice head. And maybe ask them to make it segmented so you can shorten it to normal length.

 

[Kennyg2019]

Wow, really? Why is that? Why do they make 5” TTOs but not 2/3-piece?

 

[never-stop-learning]

Blackland Blackbird with the 101mm handle will be close.

 

[GR5233]

Merkur 23c maybe

 

[Kennyg2019]

Blackland Blackbird with the 101mm handle will be close.

Now we’re talking! 100mm is good!
My Parker Variant is about that and it’s the perfect size! 100mm=4” right?

 

[never-stop-learning]

Now we’re talking! 100mm is good!
My Parker Variant is about that and it’s the perfect size! 100mm=4” right?

Correct, 100mm is 4".

The Blackland Blackbird is a true World Class razor.

@Hannah's Dad is a proponent of the 101mm handle on the Blackbird. Perhaps we can ask Dan to provide his comments?

 

[Hannah's Dad]

Correct, 100mm is 4".

The Blackland Blackbird is a true World Class razor.

@Hannah's Dad is a proponent of the 101mm handle on the Blackbird. Perhaps we can ask Dan to provide his comments?

The 101mm handled Blackbird is simply brilliant. A pure joy to wield — secure, comfortable and helps keep the Bird at its best beard-busting angle. I am hoping Shane makes the Ti with the 101mm handle. Pretty please, Shane?

 

[Kennyg2019]

Out of Stock! Tell your buddy Shane to stop slacking off!

 

[Kennyg2019]

No wait. They have machined but not polished...Does it make a difference?
Also, I’m new at this. I’m I going to tear up my face with this razor

 

[never-stop-learning]

No wait. They have machined but not polished...Does it make a difference?
Also, I’m new at this. I’m I going to tear up my face with this razor

My advice: Get the machined with the SB plate & 101mm handle. Use a steep (handle closer to parallel to your face) angle. Let the razor do the work using little to no pressure. Go with two WTG passes until you get the feel of the Blackbird. Be patient and take your time.

You'll be fine.

Just my opinion.

 

[Kennyg2019]

Thanks. I'll consider it...maybe after I get a few more shaves under my belt

I have a Rockwell 6C on the way. Maybe if I like it, I can look for a 100mm handle

 

[karacha]

I hear cart razors have very long handles. Not TTO either.

 

[cubfanbob]

Current King C. Gillette.

 

[emwolf]

I am a fan of the long handle as well. Karve is an excellent long handle razor. Timeless (which I used this morning) has some excellent 100mm handles, however I have an 85mm and it's perfect for my hands.