Great info. I know this is an oft asked question and old debate but do you have a preference between the handle of the 37c vs the 39c? I see the 37c handle is identical to the 34c however I find the 39c handle quite handsome and I do consider the look of the shaving tool as part of the whole experience. I have a EJ-89 which seems to be the same length of the 39c sledgehammer and I’m able to use it. My 34c gives me the most consistent shaves (paired with the right blade of course) but that darned sledgehammer looks pretty.Don't take this Yaqi for a general rule with slants.
Slants like Merkur 37c / 39c are quite permissive and indeed protects you from nicks and cuts even if you are not careful. They allow you to get an efficient shave in a 1 minute with a single pass if you do desire.
Actually I think these slants above should be recommended as firt DE razor more often, as they are so efficient, safe and works well with almost all blades. I have a lot of Supermax Stainless that I can only use in slants, as they are so bad in other razors.
Yaqi Slant is a completely different blood thirst beast. The only thing in common is that it is a razor with slanted blade. Nothing else.
Big vs small handle is a matter of personal preference. I can shave with both equally well but I feel a little better with shorter handles, but I agree the larger is more beautiful.Great info. I know this is an oft asked question and old debate but do you have a preference between the handle of the 37c vs the 39c? I see the 37c handle is identical to the 34c however I find the 39c handle quite handsome and I do consider the look of the shaving tool as part of the whole experience. I have a EJ-89 which seems to be the same length of the 39c sledgehammer and I’m able to use it. My 34c gives me the most consistent shaves (paired with the right blade of course) but that darned sledgehammer looks pretty.
Heck of a razor! It will serve you well and my be the last razor you ever need. I love mine, can’t remember where it was numerically definitely not 1, absolutely sure it wasn’t the most recent (27 total… I think) but it was there some where and I love it!I’m Cranky James and I want a slant!
Rather than start a new thread I’ve been absorbing the good info provided here and I’m ready to make my move.
I’m going with the Merkur 37C. My best performing razor is my Merkur 34C HD so it seems like the logical choice. Not to mention the great reviews here. I also feel like this purchase may be the one that finally makes me complete.