I have an R89 (which I like a lot, but it is too mild) so I bought an R41 and it cut me all up. What's in the middle.....any advice?
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Muhle R89 too mild, R41 too aggressive
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08-11-2012, 07:01 PM #2
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R41 with a sharper blade.
Muhle does not do anyone any favors by packaging a free Derby with that razor.
My best results were with a Gillette 7:00 Yellow, but I never rotated to the Feather before I switched to straights.
I got good results from the Astra SP as well.- Rich
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08-11-2012, 07:02 PM #3
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Shim the 89 with 2 or 3 used blades with the cutting edge clipped off. Opens the gap.
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08-11-2012, 07:05 PM #4
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08-11-2012, 07:22 PM #5
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Have you looked at an OC?
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I use only Feather blades.
Originally Posted by cb91710
How much shave stuff do I Really need?
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Merkur 33C (23C if you like longer handle). I currently use the 33C/23C head with an iKon Bulldog handle and it works very well. Originally Posted by Shave Nerd
Merkur Progress (adjustable)
Gillette SuperSpeed Red Tip (TTO) and Slim (adjustable TTO)
I have never tried Weber but I hear it is an efficient razor (although you might want to do a bit of research before you buy one...)
I also use DE89 with Feather and Gillette 7'Oclock SharpEdge blades and I agree it is a bit mild but it does a great job in only two passes (DFS).
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Have you tried an adjustable? The Progress (especially as modified as a Mergress) is wonderful. Within the range of adjustments, you are likely to find your "Goldilocks" setting. Originally Posted by Shave Nerd
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08-11-2012, 07:31 PM #9
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Weber or ...wait for it......SLANT!
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I have a Futur, don't care for its size and aggressiveness. I am interested in a mergress though.
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08-11-2012, 07:36 PM #11
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+1 Originally Posted by fcdiscus
Their quality can be a bit lacking but they shave wonderfully and are reasonably priced. If you want the same shave but top shelf quality, check out a Joris..but expect top shelf price as well.-Byron
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08-11-2012, 08:17 PM #12
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Joris and Mergress my go to razors both have good blade curvature which equates to smooth shaves for me!!
Toby
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08-11-2012, 08:29 PM #13
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37C slant- just right, with the right angle.
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08-11-2012, 08:31 PM #14
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Originally Posted by RailroadMan
+1 for the slant. For me, it's not aggressive at all, just a smooth shaver. Originally Posted by kiwimike
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08-11-2012, 08:35 PM #15
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Fill in the gaps...that's all part of the fun!
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08-11-2012, 08:48 PM #16
Tallow: because no one needs a low fat shaving soap
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Exactly you can ask all the questions you want but you will have to do a trial and error i,ve tried a lot lol Originally Posted by Samjax
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08-11-2012, 09:50 PM #17
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Originally Posted by Mad Man
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08-11-2012, 10:21 PM #18
I used more product..... and it worked!
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+1 Originally Posted by TallyShave
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08-11-2012, 10:25 PM #19
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Too many to mention. Have fun exploring. The gents above have given some great suggestions. Good luck.
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