Still the "1".
I agree! Wish they would offer a limited edition stainless model.Merkur 34c HD
I kept returning to it like an open bag of chips. Sold almost all my other DEs. If on an island with one razor only... I only wish Merkur made a better quality 34c HD.
Bali BD 176
(The $11 DE that, for me, rivals those many times its cost.)
I used to like Techs (1960s models), and found a modern Tech in the very inexpensive Bali BD 176; but I replaced the stock handle an Ikon 85mm--it's my second favorite razor along with my 'fleet' of Merkur 34c HDs. Also, the hard case from the Bali 176 fits the 34c as if it were made for it--symbiosis at it's $11 best.
What's better about it?Previously my favorite was the Lupo .72
Then I got the ATT Windsor .80 and it blew the Lupo away.
Now I got the Karve CB brass with the D plate and I'm stuck
between the two. The Karve is phenomenal!
I guess I'm in denial that it might be better than the Windsor
I know what you mean. I am still stunned. Didn't expect that.I gotta change my favorite to Lupo .95OC.
I'm getting closer shaves with less work. This thing is great!
Build quality matches the Windsor, shaves smoother and is more efficient. And It's cost was 3 times less!What's better about it?