Merkur Model 38 Hd Classic "Barber Pole" Long Safety Razor
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Product Reviews of Merkur Model 38 Hd Classic "Barber Pole" Long Safety Razor
Product Review: Great razor!
Summary: 5 Stars
This is an excellent razor. I've been shaving with this for about a month now and it gives me a much nicer shave than today's cartridge razors. It's also just more fun to shave with, especially if you throw in a shave brush (use badger, its better than boar) and real shaving soap. If you're looking to make the switch from a cartridge razor to a DE razor I highly recommend trying this outProduct Review: Great razor, not adjustable
Summary: 5 Stars
This is a great razor and it is very heavy duty. I am a long-time fan of DE safety razors. I already have a Merkur VISION which I am very happy with except thoroughly cleaning/maintaining it is cumbersome.
With this razor, to change the blade, you unscrew the long handle and the top blade guard easily comes off to change the blade [i.e. screwing the long handle clockwise tightens the blade assembly at the top of the razor. Cleaning is very easy. You can unscrew the handle as described above and you can also further pull the long axis of the handle to expose more parts and get a deeper clean.
When reassembling the razor, be sure the reassemble the long handle by pressing the little c-clip in with your fingers to make it glide into the body of the handle.
This razor is not adjustable per Se. I generally use DE razors in one position anyway. In the most tightened position, the blade is held very stable without much wiggle room. The teeth allow more contact with the skin/hair for a better shave.
I have very tough and coarse facial hair but sensitive skin. What a combo. This razor in combination w/ Colonel Conk Soap, a badger brush, and Wilkinson blades gives me a relatively, surprisingly smooth and easy shave. In fact, the blades seem to be lasting 10-15 shaves rather than just 2-5 shaves...big difference [I believe this also has something to do with using less water with this razor].
I enjoy and look forward to shaving with this shaving system.
Product Review: Great razor, reasonable price
Summary: 5 Stars
After trying the Weishi toy razor, I traded up to the Merkur 38C. What a difference! The Weishi had been recommended for novice DE shavers, so it seemed like the safe choice. Unfortunately, I didn't realize that it is ill-equipped to handle coarse, thick beards. After a couple of days with the Weishi, I threw it into the drawer and there it has stayed.
The Merkur 38C was highly recommended by Giovanni at Barberia Italiana and it has proven to be a wonderful piece of gear. The German razor appears well made and well finished, so the price seems quite reasonable. The size and shape of the handle and head make shaving easy (at least in my large hands) and the weight is perfect. Despite my novice DE shaving status, I have no problem with very close, comfortable shaves with very rare bloodshed.
I have tried an extensive blade sampler from Barberia Italiana and have found the Personna blades from Israel to be ideal for me. Strangely, I actually enjoy and look forward to shaving with the Merkur.
Hope this is helpful.
Product Review: Great!
Summary: 5 Stars
This shaver is very sturdy, easy to use and provides a close shave. I absolutely love it. However, do not buy the Merkur blades. Research for something else.Product Review: Made for a man? I don't think so!
Summary: 5 Stars
Can you save money, time, and the environment with a razor?
I bought this razor after struggling for months to find refills for my 3-blade razor with no interest in buying a new 4-blade or vibrating razor. Without trying to sound like a conspiracy theorist, I realized I was being manipulated by clever marketing. Did another blade or a vibrating feature really make a better razor? I didn't think so. On top of that, Women's and Men's razors are identical except for color, yet Women's razors always cost more. I was ready to opt out of the system!
I remembered my mother's double-edged razor and realized it was not so long ago that no woman thought if she didn't "upgrade" her razor, she wouldn't get a good shave.
I took a chance on this product, and it was the best purchase I've made in a long time. I'm saving a lot of money on expensive and elaborate refills, I'm creating less waste (refills aren't encased in plastic and are 100% recyclable - drop off at an art store with blade recycling. DON'T put in your pick-up bin), I'm saving time shopping for the refills, and still getting a high quality product. And I'm sending a message to the shaving industry that I don't want their pricey 20-blade razors. What could be better?