The shaving culture of Müehle is traditional and innovative craftsmanship
Muhle was founded shortly after World War II in 1945 by Otto Johannes Müller in the German Stützengrün. Otto started producing shaving brushes and razors at the proverbial kitchen table. Now, the third generation of Müller is at the helm of one of the market leaders in luxury shaving products. The range consists of various product lines. All ranges include safety razors, razor holders for Gillette Mach3 and Fusion razors, shaving brushes, complete shaving sets and the corresponding shaving bowls and holders.
Design range PURIST
The design of the Purist range is classic and elegant. Characteristic are the gentle and sober round shapes and the broadly shaped necks of the handles of the shaving brushes and razors. The shaving tools feel robust in the hand.
The base material of Muhle PURIST
Many shaving products are made of chrome-plated metal. Chrome has a brilliant, seductive shine. Pure luxury in the bathroom. It is corrosion-resistant and very durable. The colors and shapes of other high-quality materials are fully enhanced by chrome.
High-quality plastic resin is a durable and hard plastic. It is extremely suitable for exclusive bathroom items. The handles of razors and shaving brushes are turned from solid round rods. Each individual handle is then polished in several stages to give the surface its special luxury shine. This ensures that the handles remain beautiful for many years.
The precious and beautiful Masur birch wood is widely used for decorative purposes. The wood has a light sandy yellow color with a beautiful fine and wavy grain. The Masur birch is commonly found in Finland. Through special treatments and coatings, the wood becomes water-repellent and wear-resistant.
The Bruyère wood is widely used for tobacco pipes. The wood comes from the Erica arborea tree from the Mediterranean region. The wood is first boiled. Only then is it suitable for processing. This also gives it its beautiful reddish to brown color. The best wood is selected, shaped, hand-colored, waxed, and finally polished.
Design range KOSMO
The KOSMO shaving products feature a modern, sleek, contemporary, and elegant design. The minimalist shaving products are made from chrome-plated metal, synthetic resin, olive wood, and bog oak.
The base material of Muhle KOSMO
Olive wood is valued for its excellent durable material properties and warm colors. It can be found throughout the Mediterranean region. The wood has a light honey-yellow color with light brown parallel grain lines. The wood is carefully dried for months before the handles are turned. Subsequently, the handles are sanded smooth, impregnated with oil, and super polished to a silky smooth finish. This brings out the grain of the wood particularly well.
Bog oak or water oak is special and rare. This material comes from wood that has been lying in swamps for centuries and has undergone various transformation processes. As a result, the wood has been naturally preserved. The tannins in the peat create an expressive dark color. The color of the wood varies between brown, dark brown, and black-brown. It has a very fine, dense grain structure.
Square beams are sawn from the few usable trunk parts. The handles are then turned and polished with various fine oils. This gives the material a satin-matte finish.
Design range RYTMO
The RYTMO series features a striking, unique, and timeless design. The handles have a slightly conical shape with a prominent and robust chrome-plated base. All razors and shaving brushes hang upside down on this base in the corresponding holder. The fit of the holder's eyes ensures that the shaving tools hang perfectly in the holder. The base materials are synthetic resin, chrome-plated metal, and ash wood.
The base material of Muhle RYTMO
Ash is one of the most important European hardwood species alongside beech and oak. It primarily grows in northern regions. The ash wood is first heated briefly to a very high temperature. This makes it water-resistant, accentuates the grain, and gives the wood its brown color. Afterwards, the surface is treated with oil. This perfectly protects the wood from water and ensures its longevity.
The RYTMO range also features shaving tools made of chrome-plated metal and plastic resin. The glossy black plastic gives these shaving brushes and razors a modern, sleek, and luxurious appearance.
Design Range ROCCA
The design of the ROCCA series is simple, robust, and particularly masculine. It is one of the most striking ranges from Muhle. It features modern and contemporary design: a feast for the eyes. The weight and structure of the materials provide a comfortable grip during use. ROCCA means castle or fort in Italian.
Very noticeable is the honeycomb-like structure in the stainless steel (rust-resistant steel) and black plastic of the handles. Important features are the beautiful lines and grain structures of the birch bark wood. Due to this honeycomb-like structure and the birch bark wood, the material feels very pleasant in the hand. You have optimal grip while shaving.
Basic material of Muhle ROCCA
The birch bark wood has dark sandy yellow and light brown color accents. The wood has a very fine horizontal line and grain structure. It feels warm and comfortable. Of course, the material is treated to be water-resistant and easy to maintain.
The great advantage of stainless steel is that it does not rust. The material is lightly matte. This gives it a beautiful light matte sheen. Additionally, the metal feels soft and comfortable in the hand. The combination of the matte metal, plastic, or birch bark wood creates an elegant and intriguing effect.
Design range TRADITIONAL
The safety razors from the TRADITIONAL series are now sold worldwide. Many men stand in front of the mirror early in the morning with their R89 safety razor in hand. These razors have either an open comb or a closed comb. All double edge razor blades fit into these razors. Due to the comb structure of the open comb shaving head and the special angle of the double edge blade, this razor shaves very directly and efficiently. The safety razor with the closed comb is milder. It provides a perfectly smooth and very comfortable shave. The closed comb is slightly more popular than the open comb. The open comb is highly sought after by more experienced wet shavers with coarse or heavy beard growth.
The chrome-plated metal handles of these razors and the corresponding shaving brushes have a unique fine herringbone-like structure. This gives you optimal grip while shaving.
The total length of the razor is 9.4 cm and the weight is approximately 70 g. The shaving heads consist of 2 parts and are attached to the handle with a screw thread. The R89 GRANDE has a slightly longer and sturdier handle. The R89 TWIST has a different shaving head. In this razor, the lower half of the shaving head is welded to the handle. The upper half is attached with a screw thread. Using a metal knob at the bottom of the handle, you can easily screw the shaving head on and off.
The handle of the shaving brushes has a traditional simple round design. The design, chrome-plated metal, and grip match exactly with the handle of the razors. The shaving tools can be hung in various corresponding holders.
The base material of Muhle TRADITIONAL
The handles are made of chrome-plated metal and plastic resin. Notably, there is the so-called Rose Gold chrome. Rose Gold has a gold-pink matte metallic sheen.
Design series SOPHIST
SOPHIST is characterful, elegant, and classic. The design symbolizes the traditional shaving culture. It is a harmonious combination of classic forms and top quality. The handles have solid round or bulging shapes. The shaving brushes have a round sturdy flat 'base' made of chrome metal at the bottom. The razors have a small 'foot' at the bottom and an elegant 'neck' at the top. The shaving brush hangs on its 'head' at the base in the holder. The razors hang with the 'neck' in the eye of the holder.
The base material of Muhle SOPHIST
In addition to the widely used chrome and plastic resin, the handles of this line contain ironwood and porcelain. Ironwood is one of the hardest types of wood in the world. Its extremely high density makes it very water-resistant. The dark brown color combined with the fine grain gives it a silky smooth and shiny appearance. Due to the variations in color and grain of the wood, each handle is a unique piece of handcrafted work.
Cow or buffalo horn has been used since ancient times to make functional or decorative objects. The natural material is selected and processed with great care and precision. Only solid horn tips are used for the handles of shaving brushes and razors. The raw material is gradually turned into the right shape. It is then sanded smooth and polished to a high gloss. The horn has a soft marbled color gradient from light to dark brown. Each product has its own unique character.
Porcelain was invented a long time ago in the ancient Chinese empire. It was not produced in Europe until 1708. Each porcelain object is handcrafted and then glazed and fired. Porcelain is made from kaolin, quartz, and the mineral feldspar, and is then fired at very high temperatures. This makes the material extremely hard, slightly translucent, and non-porous.
Design series STYLO
STYLO features modern, timeless, and ergonomic design. STYLO is contemporary sleek and chic design with a classic twist. It is one of the most extensive shaving lines from Muhle. An important characteristic of the handles is the conical and tapered lines. The handle of the shaving brushes is slightly narrower at the bottom than at the top. The handle of the razors is also narrow and pointed at the bottom and slightly thicker at the top near the blade section. Both the top and bottom of the handle have a narrow ring of chrome metal. Between these rings is the base material: black or butterscotch yellow plastic resin, treated beech wood, and thuja wood.
The base material of Muhle STYLO
Very popular are the STYLO razors and shaving brushes made of chrome-plated metal and black plastic resin. Due to the impeccable shiny metal and plastic resin, these shaving products have a nice sleek modern appearance.
Beech wood has a sandy yellow to light brown color with a very fine grain. The natural grain of the beech wood is accentuated by hammering the wood. The beech wood is impregnated with resin. This makes it water-resistant.
The stunning thuja wood comes from the root of the Red Cedar. Thuja wood has a brown flaming color with an irregular grain structure. The wood is processed and 100% water-resistant.
Design series CLASSIC
The CLASSIC-range consists of various shaving brushes made of silver tip badger hair or Silvertip Fibre® (synthetic hair). These shaving brushes all have a recognizable traditional design. The range includes shaving brushes of various sizes and materials (plastic resin and olive wood):
- Small: 3.4 x 9.3 cm
- Medium: 3.5 x 9.7 cm
- Large: 3.5 x 10.2 cm
Silver tip or silvertip badger hair is the finest and highest quality badger hair. It is super soft and supple hair; sourced from the back/neck area of the badger. These hairs have a light gray to silvery shiny color with a horizontal even black band in the middle.
Only the best, carefully selected badger hair is used for these handmade shaving brushes. The fine, conically tapered hairs have the ability to hold a large amount of water and produce a dense, creamy lather.
Silvertip Fibre® synthetic hairs have practically the same resistance, elasticity, and softness as silver tip badger hair. Are you a vegan or have a strong aversion to a shaving brush made of animal hair? Then the Silvertip Fibre® brush is an excellent alternative. These shaving brushes also produce a nice full shaving foam.
Design series VIVO
The VIVO series features a classic simple design. The handle of these shaving products has a slight bulging shape. At the bottom, it has a sturdy chrome-plated round base with a wide groove. This groove fits perfectly into the hanging eye of the corresponding holder. Both the shaving brushes and razors hang on their 'head' in the holder.
Similar to the RYTMO range, VIVO has both a holder without and with a small metal shaving bowl. This shaving bowl with an inner diameter of 6.5 cm fits perfectly into the wide round base of the holder. The small shaving brushes from Mühle fit into these bowls.
The base material of Muhle VIVO
In this range, the handles are also made of chrome-plated metal and plastic resin, in the following colors: black and horn brown.
Very popular is the plum wood shaving line. The wood of the plum tree has been used for centuries by woodworkers, turners, and sculptors. It is widely used as the material for writing instruments, furniture, and musical instruments. Plum wood has an intriguing color variation from red to dark brown and a vibrant grain. An important sustainable advantage is that it is European native hardwood. To protect the wood from water, it is impregnated. An additional benefit is that the wood acquires a beautiful and soft shine.
Design Series HEXAGON
The HEXAGON product range has been developed by Mühle in collaboration with the famous Berlin designer Mark Braun. The result is fantastic and unique. HEXAGON is purely masculine, ergonomic, and industrial design. A unique symbiosis of tradition, craftsmanship, and modern contemporary design. The basic shapes of the handles correspond to the hexagonal profiles of bolts and nuts. It is no surprise that Mühle has won various product and design awards with this design series.
The base materials are chrome-plated metal and anodized aluminum. The color choices are distinctive compared to the other product lines, namely: graphite, silver gray, forest green, and bronze. These are calm earthy and matte shades.
The base material of Muhle HEXAGON
This range consists of safety razors, shaving brushes made of silver tip badger hair and synthetic fibers, the corresponding chrome holder, and porcelain shaving bowl.
Anodizing is a widely used treatment method for aluminum. It is an electrochemical process to form an oxide layer on the material. This creates a hard, wear-resistant, and protective layer on the aluminum. As a result, you get an exceptionally durable product. It is widely used in the construction sector to beautify and finish buildings. This oxide layer also has significant decorative value. Anodizing makes it possible to give aluminum various colors.
Design Series COMPANION
COMPANION is the new innovative and patented shaving system from Mühle. This safety razor is specially developed for smooth and comfortable shaving of facial and body hair. A unique razor for both men and women. Due to the unique protective shaving head, it is suitable for shaving body hair, such as chest and armpit hair. The extra long handle makes it easy to shave your legs as well.
