looking to buy new razor . what are your choices?

Right now i am using a merkur 34, and a adjustable gillet( not sure which one ) . I like the weight of the 34 . Just looking to try something new . So many choices , thought you all might help narrow the choices down .

 

Do you want a heavy razor, or a light one? Metal or plastic? Long handle or short handle?

 

GEMs, Ever-Readys, and Schicks come to mind.

 

Try an Open Comb or a Slant next.

 

It may be cause i haven't had this razor very long but a Merkur Barber Pole has treated me well so far. Nice long handle, nice heavy weight and not to crazy aggressive, they also offer it in a Slant.

 

I would like a heavy razor . the short handle of the 34 is nice , but not against a long handle . what does a high comb do that a regular one does not ? I am scared of a slant . but like what I read about slants . I have a very course set of wiskers . I shave about every other day.

 

Maggard MR6

 

+1,000

 

Totally agree. I throw in another +1,000 for the SE razors.

 

This one ---> *click*

 

The choices are endless, why are you scared of a slant? It's just a razor. Check out the iKon ShaveCraft 102. Great slant. Not scary.

 

The only reason for fear of slant is reading about the bleeding factor . but I guess there is a learning curve with anything

 

Maggard razors look nice and at a very reasonable price. http://www.maggardrazors.com/product/maggard-razors-mr5-stainless-steel-handle-safety-razor/
They even quote the aggressiveness compared to a Slim adjustable on the MR 5
Head looks like a Mühle R89.

 

I recommend a Gillette New. Open comb that isn't to aggressive.

 

Sounds like a slant would fit the bill for you. My 37C cuts through my course fast growing stubble very well. I find it handles no differently than any other DE razor. If you want heavier, then go for the 39C. I always hear great things about that model.

 

What they all said. I would recommend a Schick SE if you can get one they sell a lot of them on e-Bay.

Good Luck

 

http://www.abovethetie.com/product-...teel-safety-razors/5-piece-sets/#.VPlet3ajzXg

I would recommend an ATT R-1 with Atlas handle if you want a short handle or a Krono's Handle or a Cololssus Handle or any single set.

 

Random Order:

Merkur Slant
Muhle R89
Late 1940s Gillette Super Speed
Gillette NEW from 1930's
Schick Injector Type G 1946-1955 (Excellent Schick Chinese-made injector blades available on Amazon)
Gem Micromatic Clog Pruf from 1940's

Most experienced shavers consider these razors to be among the best, and the prices are low to moderate.

 

Holy crap, $299?!?

 

Uh, make that $299 plus sales tax?