I have an EJ89 and really like it, so that is my frame of reference. How does the Muhle 89 compare to the EJ89? I've read a lot of reviews and threads on the R41, but I am hesitant to buy an open comb - have never used one.
The 34C is slightly more aggressive not because of the weight but because of the blade exposure.
Ahh... ok. I thought the 34 had a smaller blade gap: http://wiki.badgerandblade.com/Double-Edged_Safety_Razors_Ranked_by_Blade_Gap...
I should have added "in my experience" the 34C is slightly more aggressive than the EJ89.
That R41 is a damn fine razor, HOWEVER... it does not suffer fools. Meaning, if your technique is not 100% spot on, it will bite. I get the absolute closest shaves with it.
can you see the comb teeth on razor, it has gaps between each tooth...the r41 has teeth too but are somewhat connected, making it not true open combQ: How is the R41 not a true open comb? I have not yet used one.