Merkur 39C Slant should not be your 1st and only DE razor

[tomcj2]

Or you would have nothing to compare it to , and describe it as the best, the very best DE razor.

I have had mine a couple of weeks and used it in my normal rotation. Today, with a new Astra, it was so smooth, I actually looked at it to ensure that I had installed the blade. One pass WTG is equivalent to my Merkur 33C, or EJ89 two passes, one ATG.

I will still use my other razors, but I will look forward to the days that the 39C comes up.

 

[edw]

It is almost magic how it shaves and you don't feel the blade.

I am very surprised and can't understand why other manufacturers did not invest in this design of razor, very smooth and efficient.

 

[Charlie NJ]

It's truly the best shave for me, I often wondered why this idea hasn't taken off with other companies also. Patents maybe?

 

[highball]

Opinions vary. There are lots of slant lovers around, I however find them to be unimpressive

 

[Dave Deluxe]

My Slant is by far my best shaving DE razor. However, I use the Rapira blade instead of the Astra, I can relate to your statement that sometimes you need to look to see if a blade is actually in it, it is so smooth. The only other razors that compare to the quality of shaves I get from the Slant are my SE razors. Both the Slant and SE's are in a different league.

DD.

 

[KyMash]

Up until a week ago, my 39c was my everyday choice and it still remains a solid favorite. I have been focusing on my R41 that has been just sitting on the shelf so I'm going to use this one for a while. My 39c will not be out of my reach, however. I love my 39c!

 

[tomcj2]

Opinions vary. There are lots of slant lovers around, I however find them to be unimpressive

I am truly sorry that I do not impress you; wait a second, you do not even know me.

 

[warhawk]

Hi Tom: Glad that you are enjoying your slant razor. Slant razors are great performers. I have the 37C & 37G. I get incredible BBS face & dome shaves every time.

WARHAWK

 

[Triad]

I love my unimmpressive slants

 

[Antares600]

My 37C is such a great razor that is seems to make my blades last twice as long, all the while giving a closer shave in fewer passes. I'd imagine that the cleaner, more efficient cut of a slant allows for the blade to stay sharper longer.

My biggest regret since I started DE shaving is not trying a slant razor sooner.

 

[tomcj2]

............... I get incredible BBS...................... & dome shaves every time.

WARHAWK

I will try a head shave this weekend when I have more time.

 

[warhawk]

I will try a head shave this weekend when I have more time.

Hey Tom: Nice... keep us posted on your results.

WARHAWK

 

[AceByTerror]

I just got a 39C yesterday - first shave with it tomorrow morning.

It's joining my other slants which are pretty much my favs:

Hoffritz slant
Hoffritz Travel slant (use it with my EJ89 handle... lovely!)
vintage Merkur white handle slant
Merker 37G

 

[nemo]

My 37C is such a great razor that is seems to make my blades last twice as long, all the while giving a closer shave in fewer passes. I'd imagine that the cleaner, more efficient cut of a slant allows for the blade to stay sharper longer.

I've found that a seemingly worn and tired blade from a conventional razor still feels smooth and cuts well when used in the slant.

 

[dieselfuel79]

Blasphemy!!! The 39c is the only razor you need.....and a 37 c....and anything else that's "slanty".

 

[AceByTerror]

Sadly, due to alarm clock issues I was unable to take my new 39c out for a spin this morning. I am sporting scritchy 2-day growth and I am not amused as I sit here in my office.

On the plus side, as of 5pm today I am off work until January 2, so tonight I will be able to give my shave a much more relaxed setting and give the 39c a proper shakedown.

 

[Attila]

Sadly, due to alarm clock issues I was unable to take my new 39c out for a spin this morning. I am sporting scritchy 2-day growth and I am not amused as I sit here in my office.

On the plus side, as of 5pm today I am off work until January 2, so tonight I will be able to give my shave a much more relaxed setting and give the 39c a proper shakedown.

Actually, that scenario will allow you to truly test out the 39Cs capabilities. Though you are already familiar with how slant razors shave so it shouldn't be a big surprise. For me, they shine most when used on multi day growth. Nothing shaves me easier and with absolutely 0 tugging in that kind of a situation. I absolutely love my 37C and it will always be in my collection. A razor everyone should try sometime.

 

[ERVARGASNY]

I agree the 39c is one fine shaver, im sure ill give mine a try as soon as i can get off my Titan H1 or Atlas R1 Razors, They have stolen the show for l my Razors, But def the 39C is a fine smooth shaver...

 

[Mick]

The slants are the ONLY razor that give me a comfortable 8 pass shave YIKES did I say that

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php/301979-8-Pass-Shave-Using-2-Merkur-Slants

 

[mattiow]

Sledgehammers ftw