Help me choose my next DE Razor

[hudsonhicks]

Hello everyone it's been a while since i made that "new to the DE world" post

I've been using exclusivly the Merkur 34C



Overall it's served me very well however it has a few niggles which should help me choose my next razor.

I'm not overly keen on the small bulky, heavy handle on the 34c i sometimes find it abit fiddly to get my hands around whilst shaving.

So my requirements are basically

longer handle
little less heavy
maybe more 'Ergonomically' shaped for the hand.

Budget - I don't mind paying a lot for quality, less than £100

 

[SAPed]

The 34C was also my first razor and main one for some time. Then my father-in-law gave me his old Fatboy and superspeed. But I think the change I enjoyed the most was my first SE razor. I know your title specifically says "next DE razor" but thought I would mention this as another idea. My first SE was the push button, but any of them are good.

Good luck.

 

[agreenspan99]

An Edwin Jagger 8X series would be nice. Handle is about 1 cm longer, and thinner / lighter as well. The head geometry is very different from the Merkur, and its also cheaper.

 

[Mick]

If you want to stick with Merkur, grab a 39C long handle slant.

Probably be the last razor you ever purchase

EDIT: Since you are in the UK I thought I'd make it easy for you: http://connaughtshaving.com/merkur39c.html

 

[mattiow]

If you want to stick with Merkur, grab a 39C long handle slant.

Probably be the last razor you ever purchase

EDIT: Since you are in the UK I thought I'd make it easy for you: http://connaughtshaving.com/merkur39c.html

I'd second this wonderful idea and would also recommend that you stick a personna medical prep blade in it to ensure a bbs shave!

 

[Edgemere]

I started with a 34C. Then tried an 11C. Then an Ikon. Then a Tradere. Then a Feather. All gone. I now only use a 34C. I could've saved a lot of time and energy and money if only I realized that this little fat guy is better than I am, idiot proof and with a feather blade gives me and my heavy beard a bbs EVERY time with 3.5 painless passes. As alway, ymmv, but ......

 

[Renato1]

For a different experience, I agree that a Merkur Slant would be a very good idea.

But you could probably also benefit from a milder razor than what you currently have. Some days you just want something you know won't aggravate you regardless of cream or soap or technique. The Weber DLC is my mildest, but it has a handle you won't like. My second mildest is my mid-50s Gillette Tech, which you can get very cheaply on Ebay.
Regards,
Renato

 

[Antares600]

I'd recommend the 38C or 39C if you want a good solid, long handled razor.

 

[Invicta]

The sledgehammer (aka 39C) would be a great second razor. However going back to your comments about "fiddly to get your hands around", it is only held by the tips of three fingers so I cannot see the problem. The handle on the 34C has tremendous purchase with the usual grip. A longer handle would allow you to get more fingers into play but why would you need that?
Just my twopenneth.

 

[stryker4526]

What's the benefit of those slant bars anyway? Are they more aggressive or something?

 

[Antares600]

What's the benefit of those slant bars anyway? Are they more aggressive or something?

Yes, and they provide a more effective cut resulting in fewer passes needed.

 

[hudsonhicks]

Thanks for the suggestions everyone.

I came across this



The handle looks very very appealing to me.

Any suggestions for the BEST type razor with this style of handle?

 

[wagstaff]

Probably the head that comes with it, if you're looking for a 34C replacement. Yes it's different -- all the Jaggers are the Muhle R89 heads. Mild razor. Excellent fit and finish.

I want to second the (more expensive) recommendation for the Weber DLC, but with a Classic handle (which is longer and thinner, though still heavy). But that's a more pricey proposition.

 

[Cheapogit]

Thanks for the suggestions everyone.

I came across this

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The handle looks very very appealing to me.

Any suggestions for the BEST type razor with this style of handle?

Don't know about the Chatsworth, but if it's like my EJ (DE86), it probably weighs a fair amount.

 

[crfcom]

Take a look at the Tradere Safety Bar. They've been out for months now, and almost none come up for re-sale. The people who have them love them.
You also can't go wrong with the Jagger product. The DE89 is a very good head design and makes a very good every-day shaver.

 

[chibi]

Thanks for the suggestions everyone.

I came across this

View attachment 293291

The handle looks very very appealing to me.

Any suggestions for the BEST type razor with this style of handle?

Just got this exact razor in the post today. Haven't shaved with it yet, but it is very comfortable to hold. The handle may be a bit on the light side for some.

 

[hudsonhicks]

Ok i've been shopping at last..

Reference	Product	Unit price	Quantity	Total price
EDW-RAZ-DE89L	DE Razor Lined Chrome Plated DE89L	£22.00	1	£22.00
DER-BLA-10	Extra Razor Blades	£1.50	5	£7.50
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	Gift-wrapping			£0.00
	Shipping			£2.95
	Total paid			£32.45