OK folks I need some help. I have been wet shaving since January with a Merkur Futur, I am now looking to get another razor. I have looked at the Merkur 34c, Edwin Jagger 89 and glanced at Dreadnougt Spartan. Yes I know that the Spartan is the EJ 89 re-run, but it is such a cool looking razor. I wanted to get some input from the B&B community to get your thoughts. I really "need" to get another razor, but I just can not make up my mind.
Trying to find a new razor
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Old school open comb Gillette. Had zero a month ago have 3 now...Bob
The EJ89 is my starter, but it's such a simple work of great craftsmanship, I'd consider it a worthy addition.
Go for a vintage Gillette Fatboy or a Slim. Both excellent razors.
I'm going to recommend the one that I've never tried (technically). The Dreadnought Spartan. I've never seen it until I googled the image a minute ago.... but if it's true that it's basically a rebranded Edwin Jagger DE89..... and judging by the photos of it I'd say it is..... I don't think you could go wrong with it. Number one, the EJ DE89 is a great razor. Number two, you think that the Dreadnought Spartan looks great. Then get it. It's all about what works for you and what you like.
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Be sure to check out the Merkur 1904, I'm quite sure that you'll really like it.
I would go for something that is two degrees away from what you have now, a vintage open comb. The Gillette NEW is amazing and they're so easy to find. Still my favorite DE razor.
I agree 100% about the Gillette NEW!
New! You won't be disappointed.
Something like the EJ or a Muhle R89 is a smooth, easy shaver that everyone should have in their collection, or at least should have tried. However, I also say challenge yourself a bit and get an open comb of some sort. The Gillette NEW is one of the best razors Gillette made, in my opinion. They shave wonderfully and they are inexpensive to try.
So many razors, so little time. Good luck with your next razor. Ultimately you have to get something that appeals to your senses.
So many razors, so little time. Good luck with your next razor. Ultimately you have to get something that appeals to your senses.
I agree vintage Gillette is the way to go since you already have a modern DE. The open comb Gillette New is a great razor and so are any of the Super Speeds if you would like a TTO instead of a 3 piece razor.
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I really like my Edwin Jagger DE89.
The EJ68 is a good razor, but for something really different to what you have the Gillette New would be my recommendation.
I love the EJs, but I'm going to vote for a New, too.
I would suggest the Merkur 34C for a secure handle and good balance. It produces better results for me than the EJ89.
I might be in minority but I find the DE89 head terrible. It is very aggressive on the skin comparing to what it actually removes. My R89 is going to get sold at some point.
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Thanks to all of B&B for the information. Being rather new to the wet shaving community I am not sure where exactly to look for vintage razors. I went to Amazon, but I am having a hard time finding anything. Any suggestions?
They are quite often to be found in antique shops here in the UK, and there are always a few on ebay. The latter will be even more fruitful in the US.
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