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Better Razor Than Edwin Jagger De89
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Ah - thanks.
Try a vintage gillette new long comb. It should be easily under $20, and one of the best razors ever.
They only break through ill-treatment. Dropping them or screwing them up too tight may lead to damage. I expect the the EJ 89 will last a lifetime, properly cared for.
The next step up, I would suggest, may be the Merkur 37C (slant bar). A very efficient razor. An extremely low percentage of failures but overall another one that will last a lifetime if looked after.
If you liked the EJDE89, then go for the Muhle R89, the "parent" of the EJDE89 series. The Muhle is well made and gives a great, smooth/mild shave.
Some of the EJs break due to being dropped.
That is unfortunate, but they have been known to replace broken heads free of charge.
I really like these razors and I have a few on hand. Merks, too.
Unless your funds will not allow it, I suggest experimenting with a few different types of razors,
spending enough time with each one to learn the proper technique required to get a good shave.
That is unfortunate, but they have been known to replace broken heads free of charge.
I really like these razors and I have a few on hand. Merks, too.
Unless your funds will not allow it, I suggest experimenting with a few different types of razors,
spending enough time with each one to learn the proper technique required to get a good shave.
Buy a Muhle R89. That razor has the same head as EJ and it's nice. 
Yess I agree put 2-shims under the blade and you get more efficient
new razor.
My EJ DE89 is 5+ years old (daily use until recently). If you really feel that you need to replace it - consider a Fendrihan MkII - stainless steel, slightly more efficient, a smooth shave, and under $40.
If you want most efficient and close shave you should try slant head razors such as 37c/39c, X3 for example
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