So I have just one question. Why oh why are Merkurs the most popular DE razors? I've been shaving with a Merkur HD for 2 years now and have always liked it. But based on reviews I just had to get a Muhle. Also considered the EJ. But for no particular reason got the Muhle. All I can say is I can't see me picking up my Merkur again. Not sure what Muhle did with the design of the head. But I love it. Never knew a DE razor could be so smooth. Yes it is slightly less aggressive than the HD. But for me that is a plus. I used a Feather which I often find a bit rough for me. But in this razor it was perfect. Got one little weeper on my neck. Didn't even feel it. But the rest of the shave was flawless. It just simply felt better than the HD. As for the handle being light "like an empty soda can" I see why one would say that. But when Shaving the balance for me was just right. What can I say. After one shave I love this razor. Can't wait for my next shave. A definite winner.