Merkur Research

[NoTime]

I have made the decision that I would like to switch to a Merkur DE razor. Does anyone have a good resource so that I can learn all about their different models? I have found plenty of sites that sell them but I have been unable to locate a site that describes each of the models differences. (ex Futur, 38C 34R etc...)

Thank you in advance,

DJ

[awol]

Have you checked out West Coast Shaving?

They're one of the vendors here on B&B. I thought their descriptions were pretty good.

And welcome to the board!! :thumbup:

[The Count of Merkur Cristo]

I have made the decision that I would like to switch to a Merkur DE razor. Does anyone have a good resource so that I can learn all about their different models? I have found plenty of sites that sell them but I have been unable to locate a site that describes each of the models differences. (ex Futur, 38C 34R etc...)

Thank you in advance,

DJ
DJ:

As for razors, I own the Merkur 38C (2 piece, heavy [4oz], long handle [3½in]), and the Merkur 23C (3 piece, light [2oz], long handle [3¾in]), both of which are moderately priced, considered to be fairly mild, straight bar / closed combed razors, for light, normal and medium beards and/or for persons with sensitive skin. :thumbup:

"Merkur; Solingen quality, Time-tested Tradition with Modern Design".

I bought both of mine (38C - $47US w/ free shipping, 23C -$31US w/ free shipping), from The Superior Shave.

The Superior Shave Homepage (and they describe and give specs for all the razors on their website). :yesnod:

http://www.thesuperiorshave.com/Merkur_Razors.html

38C Reveiw and Posted Comments.

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?ltr=M&t=19468

23C Reveiw and Posted Comments.

http://badgerandblade.com/vb/showthread.php?ltr=M&t=6044

Christopher http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh206/SerraTijn/smileys/smiley_shaving.gif

Attached Images - Merkur 23C (a.k.a. "Classic", on the left), and the Merkur 38C (a.k.a. "Barber Pole", on the right).

[john shea]

For Merkur info, you can try the DOVO web site catalogue:

http://www.dovo.com/pdfs/MERKUR_web.pdf

I suggest also searching the info found on the DE forums.

HTH

[ginhud]

I've got a 23c also, and a 38Blue, but every time I see a 38c barber pole, I want one! Sure do like 'em both. Back to your initial comment NoTime, you're on the right track. I studied quite a few sites, including the Merkur home site. Don't forget to check out reviews for more information too. Enjoy the chase!

[NoTime]

Thank you all for the comments. I will check out all the links you sent.

Take care,

DJ

[jsj_297]

I had a 38c for over a year, its what I intially converted to, and it is a solid razor, and you cannot go wrong by owning one, especially with a feather blade loaded in that puppy! :thumbup1:

[Omaha-BeenGlockin]

The 38c is my favorite razor--with Astra Sp's I get fantastic shaves. Have been thinking about picking up a second one "just in case".