As II said earlier, the 3 inch mark is great for me. As for balance, I like it to pretty much even out down the line. Not too keen on one end heavier than the other. Merkur head on an MR1 handle is working out just about perfect.
Long Handle vs. Short Handle
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I prefer a long heavy handle. Around 4 inches. About 100 grams total razor weight is where I am comfy too. But I also enjoy a shorter and lighter handle from time to time. Like a fat Tech handle, or common bar NEW. I can shave effectively with any handle.
I started out liking a longer handle; but vintage Gillette razors have changed everything.
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I also pinch just under the head but I also place my pinky finger under the base....I feel I get a little more control of my angle.
I much prefer a short handle. That's despite the fact that I'm a pretty big guy (6'4", 210 lbs) with big hands.
I prefer a longer heavier handle. Just feels better in my paws.
As a head shaver, I prefer shorter handles for maneuverability.
Short handle only for me. Have a Red Tip, and a Fat Boy, and won't buy another razor.
I find the ATT kronos to be perfect (3.5 x 0.5 in).
I'd say short handle but that's all I've used. Seems like a longer handle would just be in the way for me.
Like them all, lean towards the longer handles most times.
I dislike long handles, but medium length is good for me. Had a short but sold it shortly after getting it because I fell in love with my New LC, dont remember liking ir hating the short though.
Yep, that's my take on this above, early into my new having hobby here.
But to try a little variety, I'm thinking of adding longer and shorter than I currently have.
First: a Maggard travel handle for my DE89 head (2" - 44g, handle only):
Second: a Merkur 38C Barber Pole, which coincidentally sounds exactly like the specs you like (4" overall - 100g)!
*all images courtesy Maggard Razors
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I appreciate both and don't really notice any performance difference.
I also really enjoy short handles. They feel a little more like a slight extension of my hand. Personally, longer handles make me feel a little clumsy, and they make me kinda nervous. I've only used a long handle a couple times then had to pass it on to a friend here, it sure did like to bite.
Started out using longer handles and thought these were the best, but after perfecting my shaving technique, now prefer shorter, heavier handles.
Shorter but not very short
I prefer long handle....
I found that it's all about the technique used, and both long and short works if you adjust for it.
The reason I prefer long handle is simple, I tend to do long gliding strokes and uses so little pressure that compared to a short handle, I don't have the same maneuverability. I tend to hold it at the far end of the handle.
I find that when I use a short handle, I still hold it the same way and it's too easy to end up with a tiny bit more pressure due to the shorter distance, which ends up not making my shaves as comfortable.
I found that it's all about the technique used, and both long and short works if you adjust for it.
The reason I prefer long handle is simple, I tend to do long gliding strokes and uses so little pressure that compared to a short handle, I don't have the same maneuverability. I tend to hold it at the far end of the handle.
I find that when I use a short handle, I still hold it the same way and it's too easy to end up with a tiny bit more pressure due to the shorter distance, which ends up not making my shaves as comfortable.
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