Why are these safety razors so popular?
As previously mentioned, we sell dozens of safety razors daily. The major shaving brands of this type of razor are the English Edwin Jagger and from Germany Merkur and Mühle.
The popularity is determined by:
- Quality and finish
- How well it meets your shaving needs
- The range of the manufacturer
- Price
The razors from the aforementioned manufacturers are of top quality and have a high degree of finish. They are solid razors with a long lifespan. The perfect finish ensures that the razor shaves perfectly and feels comfortable on the skin.
Most of us have a normal beard growth. It is therefore not surprising that the most popular razors are suitable for normal beard growth.
The larger the range, the more choice. We like to have a lot of options. This determines the popularity of a shaving product. Finally, the price also influences your preference. Most of our customers initially look at quality, their own needs, and then the price. The average price of a safety razor is €40,-
1. Merkur 34C double edge safety razor
Many of our customers who are just starting with wet shaving or switching to safety razors buy this popular razor.
The Merkur 34C safety razor is a 2-piece shaving system. The lower half of the shaving head is attached to the handle. Changing the blades is a bit easier compared to a 3-piece razor. Just turn the knob at the bottom and you can quickly unscrew the top half. Just place the blade in, screw the shaving head back on, and you can shave. Due to the long screw thread, this is also a solid razor.
Since the shaving head has a closed comb, it is suitable for shaving light to normal beard growth. The weight and length of the handle are 78 grams and 8 cm respectively. The handle has an average length. The handle, with a fine grip structure, and the lower knob provide a pleasant balanced grip while shaving. The razor shaves smoothly, moderately directly, and efficiently.
The price is average, namely: €41.00.
Merkur from Solingen, Germany is a medium-sized manufacturer of safety and open razors. Merkur offers a very large and varied range of safety razors. There is something for everyone. They are solid razors with a high degree of finish.
All in all, this is a really nice, solid, and affordable razor that shaves nicely and comfortably.
2. Feather Popular double edge safety razor
If you are unsure whether the safety razor is suitable for you, then you should buy the Feather double edge safety razor Popular butterfly closure. This razor costs only €20.00.
The blade has a convenient butterfly closure. This allows you to easily, safely, and quickly change the double edge blade. Just turn the knob at the top of the handle and the butterfly closure pops open, place the blade inside, turn it again, and you can shave.
The razor does feel a bit 'plastic'. The ribbed plastic handle is 10 cm long. The razor is not heavy compared to metal razors. The weight is only 34 grams. This razor is suitable for light to normal beard growth. If you have a stiff heavy beard growth, you should look for another safety razor.
The Japanese Feather is a large manufacturer of surgical and medical scalpels and barber scissors, among other things. The range of safety razors is very limited.
World-famous are the double edge blades from Feather. These blades are known to be super sharp. Many wet shavers swear by this blade. Why? It shaves comfortably and you are smooth in one go.
3. Merkur 23C double edge safety razor
The Merkur 23C double edge safety razor is very popular among beginners of the safety razor.
This razor is a 3-piece shaving system. The 3-piece system is very common and you encounter it often. It consists of the handle and a 2-piece shaving head. The shaving head has a lower and an upper half and is screwed onto the handle. You unscrew the shaving head, place the blade between both halves, and then screw it back onto the handle.
Because the shaving head has a closed comb, it is suitable for shaving light to normal beard growth. The weight and length of the handle are 60 grams and 10 cm, respectively. The handle is slightly longer compared to other razors. Many of our customers find this length pleasant. This allows you to hold the razor at the right angle (about 30 degrees) better. The handle has a nice grip structure. The razor shaves smoothly, lightly, and medium directly.
Some wet shavers find the handle too thin and 'wimpy'. If you have large hands or want to have slightly heavier 'tools' in your hands, then you should skip this razor. Also, if you have stiff heavy beard growth, you should not buy this razor.
This nice beginner razor costs only € 31.00.
4. Edwin Jagger DE89 double edge safety razor
The English Edwin Jagger from Sheffield has an impressive range of safety razors. The Edwin Jagger DE89 double edge safety razor is a bestseller. All other models are derived from this DE89. The shaving heads of these razors are all the same.
This razor is a 3-piece shaving system. It consists of the handle and a 2-piece shaving head. The shaving head has a lower and an upper half and is screwed onto the handle. You unscrew the shaving head, place the blade between both halves, and then screw it back onto the handle. The handle is made entirely of chrome-plated metal.
Because the razor head has a closed comb, it is suitable for shaving light to normal beard growth. The weight and length of the handle are 70 grams and 8.5 cm, respectively. The handle has an average length. Since you hold the safety razor as subtly and smoothly as possible with two fingers as high up the handle as you can, this length is fine. You can hold the razor at the correct angle (about 30 degrees). The handle is smooth and has no grip texture. The razor shaves smoothly, lightly, and medium directly.
Some wet shavers find a smooth handle uncomfortable and prefer a grip texture. If you have large hands, the handle may be just a bit too short. If you have a stiff, heavy beard growth, then you should not buy this razor.
The DE89 is a practical and common razor without bells and whistles. It simply does what it needs to do. This 'people's friend' costs only €29.00.
5. Merkur 38C double edge safety razor
In our showroom, customers can view and hold the different safety razors. We always showcase the Merkur 38C double edge safety razor. 8 out of 10 choose this razor immediately. Why? It feels solid and robust and sits comfortably and balanced in the hand. The weight is heavy compared to other razors, but not too heavy. Customers literally say, 'you have a good tool in your hands.'
Like the Merkur 34C, this is a 2-piece shaving system. The lower half of the razor head is fixed to the handle. Changing the blades is a bit easier compared to a 3-piece razor. Just turn the knob at the bottom, and you quickly unscrew the top half. Just place the blade in, screw the razor head back on, and you can shave. Due to the long screw thread, this is an extremely strong razor.
The razor head is a closed comb. Due to its weight, it is suitable for shaving normal to heavy beard growth. The weight and length of the handle are 112 grams and 9.5 cm, respectively. The handle is slightly longer than average and has a nice grip texture. It has a thicker grip at both the top and bottom. This provides a lot of hold during shaving. The razor shaves medium directly and efficiently.
Some customers find the razor too heavy and prefer a lighter razor.
The price of this safety razor is slightly above average, namely: €51.00.
6. Muhle R89 double edge safety razor
The German Mühle has been producing safety razors since the very beginning. Their No.1 is the Mühle R89 double edge safety razor chrome. All other safety razor models are derived from the R89.
This razor is a 3-piece shaving system. It consists of the handle and a 2-part razor head. The razor head has a lower and an upper half and is attached to the handle with a screw thread. You unscrew the razor head, place the blade between the two halves, and then screw it back onto the handle. The handle is made entirely of chrome-plated metal and has a fine and beautiful grip texture.
Because the razor head has a closed comb, it is suitable for shaving light to normal beard growth. The weight and length of the handle are 66 grams and 8.5 cm respectively. The handle has an average length. Since you hold the safety razor as subtly and smoothly as possible with two fingers as high up on the handle as possible, this length is fine. You can hold the razor at the correct angle (about 30 degrees). The razor shaves smoothly, lightly, and medium directly.
If you have large hands, then the handle may be just a bit too short. If you have a stiff heavy beard growth, then you should not buy this razor.
The R89 is a practical and common razor and costs only € 33.50.
