I'm new to the world of OC razors. I'm still new to DE shaving period. My wife got me a Merkur 1906 OC for Christmas. I love it. I've shaved with it 3 times already. The OC seems to make a drastic difference in my shave results. I'm already looking at another OC razor. I eventually want to get a Gillette New, but I'm not necessarily in a hurry to do so. I've been looking at the Muhle R41, Pearl OC or the Merkur 25C Long Handle. If I can find a New in decent shape at a decent price then I will get that one next. Otherwise, I could use some input regarding the above listed razors or suggestions for other ones.
I like the 1906. The handle is a little bit on the short side for my big hands. It's not a deal breaker, but I wouldn't mind having an extra 1/2-1" of handle length. I also wouldn't mind a little bit more aggressive of a razor. I've only been DE shaving for 3 months. The R41 is probably the top of my price range. I've read that it is fairly aggressive. I hope its not more razor than I need right now.
I like the 1906. The handle is a little bit on the short side for my big hands. It's not a deal breaker, but I wouldn't mind having an extra 1/2-1" of handle length. I also wouldn't mind a little bit more aggressive of a razor. I've only been DE shaving for 3 months. The R41 is probably the top of my price range. I've read that it is fairly aggressive. I hope its not more razor than I need right now.