Merkur Mk34c Double Edge Razor with Heavy Duty Short Handle
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Brand | Merkur |
Number of Blades | 1 |
Unit Count | 1 Count |
Special Feature | The closest shave without multi-blade skin irritation. Uses inexpensive double edge blades. Durable and precise. See more |
Skin Type | All |
About this item
- Extra thick handle
- Reliable grip
- Made in Germany
- Allows for a close, comfortable shave
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Model 34CThe Heavy Duty 34C HD is designed with a thick built-for-comfort non-slip knurled grip.The popularity of the 34C HD comes from its head which uses its weight to deliver a close and comfortable shave. Easy to use, it’s considered the perfect starter razor. Overall Weight: 77 g / 2.72 oz Razor Length: 83.3 mm / 3.28 in Handle Length: 77.1 mm / 3.04 in Handle Diameter: 11.6 mm / 0.46 in |
Model 34GThe 34 Gold is has all the benefits of the 34 design with a stunning gold-plated finish. Featuring a fantastic thick built-for-comfort knurled non-slip grip and extra heavy closed comb straight head which uses its weight to deliver a close and comfortable shave. Overall Weight: 77 g / 2.72 oz Razor Length: 83.3 mm / 3.28 in Handle Length: 77.1 mm / 3.04 in Handle Diameter: 11.6 mm / 0.46 in |
Model 38CThe 38C Barber-Pole has a heavy handle with a solid brass core. Modeled after American barber poles the handle features a spiraled etching for a sure grip when shaving. Perfect for larger hands the weight of the razor makes cutting through thick facial hair a breeze. Closed comb straight bar head. Overall Weight: 111 g / 3.92 oz Razor Length: 102.1 / 4.02 in Handle Length: 96.2 mm / 3.79 in Handle Diameter: 11.7 mm / 0.46 in |
Model 43CThe 43 Stainless features a solid, brushed stainless steel handle with a chrome plated, closed comb straight bar safety head. The handle has an end cap which turns to release the head. The 43C is ideal for men with big hands. It is one of the heaviest razors available. Overall Weight: 149 g / 5.26 oz Razor Length: 102.1 / 4.02 in Handle Length: 97.0 mm / 3.82 in Handle Diameter: 17.0 mm / 0.67 in |
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Number of Pieces | 2-Pieces | 2-Pieces | 2-Pieces | 2-Pieces |
Open or Closed Comb Head | Closed Comb | Closed Comb | Closed Comb | Closed Comb |
Comb type | Straight comb | Straight comb | Straight comb | Straight comb |
Finish / Colors / Model Number | Bright Chrome | Glanzgold 24k | Bright Chrome | Bright Chrome |
Overall Weight (Range) | 77 gm | 77 gm | 113 gm | 152 gm |
Overall Length (Range) | 81 mm | 81 mm | 100 mm | 102 mm |
Handle Length (Range) | 75 mm | 75 mm | 95 mm | 95 mm |
Handle Diameter (Range) | 11.50 mm | 11.50 mm | 11.50 mm | 17 mm |
About the Brand
MERKUR Stahlwaren GmbH & Co. is a leading worldwide manufacturer of quality classic shaving equipment since 1896. MERKUR offers the right razor for every beard and face type, thus ensuring the best conditions for an effective wet shave.
MERKUR razors are produced in Solingen following German high technological and environmental standards.
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MERKUR Double Edge Razor Blades
MERKUR Stainless-Steel Super-Platinum double-edge razor blades. Each individual package is sealed and contains 10 blades. Each blade is individually wax-paper wrapped. Works with MERKUR and standard double-edge safety razors.
- MERKUR Detailing razor blades designed for moustache and beard care
- Each blade is individually wax-paper wrapped. Works with MERKUR Detailing Razor.
Product Description
Product Description
This razor uses all standard double edge blades for a close and comfortable shave and features a twist-to-open design.
Brand Story
MERKUR Stahlwaren GmbH & Co. is a leading worldwide manufacturer of quality shaving equipment since 1906. MERKUR offers the right razor for every beard and face type, thus ensuring the best conditions for an effective wet shave.
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 2 x 4 x 4 inches; 2.08 ounces
- Item model number : MK34C
- UPC : 793379294469 785525839631
- Manufacturer : Merkur-Razor
- ASIN : B002A8JO1Q
- Country of Origin : Germany
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- International Shipping: This item can be shipped to select countries outside of the U.S. Learn More
- Best Sellers Rank: #9,673 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care)
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For beginners | 4.5 | — | 4.2 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 4.2 |
For traveling | 4.5 | — | 4.1 | 3.2 | 4.3 | — |
Easy to hold | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.8 | — | — | — |
Craftsmanship | 4.5 | — | 4.4 | — | 4.7 | — |
Value for money | — | 4.7 | — | 4.0 | — | 4.1 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Edwin Jagger | Goldunya |
number of blades | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | — | 1 |
material | — | — | Synthetic | Stainless Steel | Brass | Plastic, Metal |
target gender | male | male | male | male | unisex | male |
skin type | All | — | All | All | Sensitive | All |
handle material | — | — | — | Chrome | Brass | Metal |
weight | 59 grams | 0.25 pounds | 0.15 pounds | 0.5 ounces | — | 0.1 kilograms |
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Customers like the value, smoothness, ease of use, appearance and quality of the safety razor. They mention that it's really inexpensive, the shave is smooth and the skin is less irritated. They appreciate the two-piece design and the quality of this solid razor.
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Customers like the quality of the razor. They say it's a solid razor that delivers a quality shave. Customers also like the heft and compactness. The design has been around for a long time, making the razor blade more stable, resulting in a better sav.
"...simple, elegant, and very sturdy; I love this Merkur and how well it is built to last a lifetime and uses standard double edge blades which are cheap..." Read more
"What can I say? Its a proven design that has been around for a VERY long time. Its made in Germany from pretty standard stainless pot metal...." Read more
"...I will never go back for a few reasons. The main ones are the cost, durability, style and environmental benefits...." Read more
"...The handle has a solid heft and compact construction. It's sturdily built, looks great, and the smaller size makes it easy to adjust the angle to..." Read more
Customers find the razor easy to use and simple. They say it has a quick learning curve and is great for beginners. Customers also mention that the construction is simple and robust, and it will last many years.
"...simple, elegant, and very sturdy; I love this Merkur and how well it is built to last a lifetime and uses standard double edge blades which are cheap..." Read more
"...The knurled handle offers plenty of grip, loading the razor is incredibly easy and it feels sturdy and stable in your hand...." Read more
"...get stuck between the blades but a quick rinse and the whiskers came out nice and easy. I truly enjoyed the the shave...." Read more
"...Voskhod 9/10 no razor burn,no cuts, little dragging, medium effort, few more passes than Wilkinson sword.Feather 6/10 no razor burn...." Read more
Customers like the weight of the razor. They mention it has a nice weight, it's heavy duty, and it doesn't feel light. The sturdy design and weight offer an effortless shave. The razor has heavy brass body with a cross hatched grip.
"...Pros:Excellent, sturdy designHeft and weight offer a effortless shaveDE technique is easy to learn due to the design..." Read more
"...with the razor itself, it's a two piece design consisting of a heavy brass body with a cross hatched grip, while the safety bar and head are zinc..." Read more
"...This razor is top heavy which makes the user hold the razor at the correct angle toward the middle/bottom, allowing the 30-degree angle to be..." Read more
"...I have no complaints. I like the weight of the Merkur compared to other razors at this price point." Read more
Customers like the value of the safety razor. They say the blades are really inexpensive and the razor is worth the investment.
"...school safety razor produces a smoother better shave and has lower long term costs...." Read more
"...to choose one handle, this would be it, as its a great mix of quality, price, performance, comfort, and versatility." Read more
"...I will never go back for a few reasons. The main ones are the cost, durability, style and environmental benefits...." Read more
"...All in all, it's a superb value for the money if you're just getting into the world of wet shaving...." Read more
Customers find the shave with the Merkur amazingly smooth. They say the blades are sharp but smooth, and they get a smoother, softer skin. Customers also like the texture of the handle.
"...the shave is smooth and skin less irritated..." Read more
"...The 34c provided a smooth, comfortable shave with no pulling of my beard, no unpleasant burn after each stroke and surprisingly it was even fun...." Read more
"...This thing was crazy smooth and had no irritation. The short handle is great for how I like to shave. The handle has a nice heft...." Read more
"...Feathers are uncomfortably sharp yet incredibly smooth, and are too sharp in some other handles of mine, so this holder makes it about perfect for me..." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the razor. They mention it's elegant, sturdy, and has a better design. They also appreciate the two-piece design, which is wonderful. Overall, customers are satisfied with the appearance and functionality of the product.
"...simple, elegant, and very sturdy; I love this Merkur and how well it is built to last a lifetime and uses standard double edge blades which are cheap..." Read more
"...The MERKUR with the stand and brush are also classy as hell!..." Read more
"...The main ones are the cost, durability, style and environmental benefits...." Read more
"...is finished evenly in a tasteful chrome that gives the 34C a classic and timeless look that you won't be ashamed to show off on your bathroom sink...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the performance of the razor. They say it works well, is easy to use, and produces impressive results. Some customers also mention that it works great as a beginner's razor, and is the proper tool to do the job. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...Its not the most aggressive shave, but Ive noticed that its able to work very well with most commonly available blades...." Read more
"...The razor is quite soft, but at the same time quite effective.Removed a star for delivery.The box arrived crumpled and torn...." Read more
"...It FEELS right. It WORKS right. And it is the RIGHT thing to do for yourself, your bank account and the world ultimately." Read more
"...On the other hand, my wife found it works well on her legs also, and will be purchasing one for herself. Forget those cartridge razors...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the handle length. Some find the smaller length handle easier to maneuver, while others say it seems inadequate. Some say the knurled handle isn't very grippy.
"...The cross hatching on the grip isn't that deeply rolled, but I've never had any issues maintaining my grip on it with wet hands...." Read more
"...re-adapted to handling the fixed head safety razor and the handle is so short it is easy to adjust angle for the best shave" Read more
"...Handle is short but I think there is a purpose behind that...." Read more
"...This thing was crazy smooth and had no irritation. The short handle is great for how I like to shave. The handle has a nice heft...." Read more
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simple, elegant, and very sturdy; I love this Merkur and how well it is built to last a lifetime and uses standard double edge blades which are cheap, easy to get in a variety of brands, can be sharpened and recycle easily as steel only with no plastic
the shave is smooth and skin less irritated
I do keep a pivoting head cartridge handy for shaving places that are less simple than my face; but I am not sure I really need to as I quickly re-adapted to handling the fixed head safety razor and the handle is so short it is easy to adjust angle for the best shave
I decided to purchase this razor after 3 weeks of research into wet shaving and in all honesty with much reluctance to try something that held a razor capable of leaving you in need of stitches. In essence this was a "last resort" in an attempt to get that close shave that lasted more than half a day and didn't leave me feeling uncomfortable.
When my razor arrived, I inserted the Merkur blade that comes with the razor, lathered up and began to shave after taking a deep breath and resigning myself to potential nicks and scrapes...I was so wrong in thinking this way. The 34c provided a smooth, comfortable shave with no pulling of my beard, no unpleasant burn after each stroke and surprisingly it was even fun.
The 34c is brilliantly designed and the chrome finish and heft make it a pleasure to own and to use. The knurled handle offers plenty of grip, loading the razor is incredibly easy and it feels sturdy and stable in your hand.
My very first shave was closer than any I've ever had before and so much more pleasant. My wife is amazed and incredibly happy with my shaves now.
If this is your first DE razor you are on the right track. I must offer a bit of advice though: Do not think that the short handle is going to be a burden, this design actually makes it easier to use and to apply the proper technique. Let me repeat that last part, TECHNIQUE, is essential in wet shaving. There is no pivot-head which means you must be aware of and account for the organic curvature of your face and neck. A longer handled razor will only impede your learning, your technique and ultimately affect your shave!
Also, if you purchase this razor, start off with the Merkur blade but don't be afraid to try other blades. A multi-pack with an assortment of blades would be a good purchase as well so that you can try out other manufacturers and find the best fit for your skin and beard type. So far, for me, the Merkur blade is wonderful! Don't forget to get a good soap (I use Art of Shaving cream for ease of use) and a good badger brush to lather with. These are essentials to a good wet-shave! You won't be disappointed!
There is something to be said for shaving with a DE razor. Most of us today shave without a thought to how much of shaving is tradition as well as necessity. Our fathers and grandfathers and further back passed tradition on as well and many of them shaved with a DE or a straight edge but with the advent of the cartridge razor the tradition has nearly died out. Cartidges take out the need for learning, technique and patience. Shaving with a DE brings back this tradition among men and puts this time-honored right of passage back in our hands. Try a DE, you will get a wonderful shave and possible develop nostalgia for those simpler times when men were proud to be men and life involved reminders of what is meant to be a man in daily life.
Pros:
Excellent, sturdy design
Heft and weight offer a effortless shave
DE technique is easy to learn due to the design
Blades are cheap! What you pay for replacement cartridges would buy you almost a year supply of DE blades
Cleaning is incredibly easy
Razor won't clog with hair like cartridges do
Cons:
Shave time increased for me but only by 5 minutes
Shave prep is more extensive but worth it
Smaller handle does take time to get used to but as I mentioned it has a purpose
UPDATE: 3/26/2013
So here I am, on vacation and the one thing I forgot to pack was my Merkur. I thought I'd catch a quick shave with one of my wife's Schick razors and it was like rubbing sandpaper across my face. The final shave is terrible, my face is still full of stubble and nowhere near close to the shave I can achieve with my old-school Merkur. Thank God for Prime shipping - I'm ordering another Merkur so I can shave while away from home. So lesson to be learned: never go away without your Merkur...your face won't be pleased.
The hyperglide was excellent! It was a very smooth shave with fewer passes than the Mach 3. The blades have a patented super hydrophilic coating that create a microscopic barrier between the blade and your skin. It was very smooth. I did nic myself once though. I think due to the odd angle of the handle. It bends away from the face rather than towards the face which is different from any other razor I have ever used. Hair did get stuck between the blades but a quick rinse and the whiskers came out nice and easy. I truly enjoyed the the shave.
On the other side of my face I used the MERKUR 34c with feather blades. This razor is a double edge safety razor rather than today's standard cartridge style razors. This thing was amazballs! Any double edge blade will fit this razor. I bought a blade sampler package of different manufacturers but tried feather first. This thing was crazy smooth and had no irritation. The short handle is great for how I like to shave. The handle has a nice heft. Other safety razors have various length handles but the short handle was a personal preference for me. The control of the single blade was so much better especially for edge work on the side burns and goatee over the multi blade cartridge razors. I can't say this enough.... Best shave ever!
Costs Mach 3 approx $10 for handle $3 per blade
Kings shave hyperglide $10 for handle and $4 per blade
Dollar shave club first handle free And $1.50 per blade but you have to sign up for monthly mailings. Canceling the subscription was not as easy as it should have been and you have to sign up for the subscription just to try it out. After I canceled they did offer me my money back. The hassle of canceling + the offer for my money back are a bit of a wash in my book.
The MERKUR 34c was $30 for the handle and blades are $0.10 each. I also sprung for a 100% Badger hair shaving brush $15 and chrome stand $15 and some shave soap. The old school safety razor is fantastic! It's a bit more up front cost but ongoing replacement blades are far cheaper. On quality of shave alone the old school safety razor is far superior to all the cartridge razors ( and disposables) I have ever tried. Though the Mach 3 and the kings shave hyperglide do produce nice shaves. The old school safety razor produces a smoother better shave and has lower long term costs. (break even point including shave brush and stand is somewhere around a year depending how may blades you go through) The MERKUR with the stand and brush are also classy as hell! For traveling I think I will either go with the King of shaves hyperglide or the Harrys razor (pending trial). But for home I'm going with the Merkur 34c all the way!
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