Merkur 33C Classic Safety Razor Chrome

I have recently moved from a Japanese brand DE razor to this Mekur model. I like the small form factor and the chrome finish, but the key function of the razor is shaving and I think this model does not give a close finish. You have to really push hard to get the blade to cut close or provide a smooth finish. Also, it's almost impossible to get a close shave on the scalp if you have a shaved head, as the teeth like guide inhibits it. I moved away from disposable razors as I don't like the plastic waste, but today I used a Pams double edge cheapo disposable razor after repeated attempts to get a close shave with this 'razor' and Pams kicked this mekurs butt. I am sad to say this has been a complete waste of money for me, and I would recommend you consider other options.

So I've been using the Merkur 33c for about 3 months and this is my first double edge safety razor. Overall, I'm loving the experience due to this razor (many years a straight razor user), it feels steady in the hand and is very easy to maneuver.

However, I feel like I should've pushed my budget a little more and gotten something a little bit more expensive, as I feel like the handle is a tad bit shorter than I'd like and the head could've benefitted from two different effects.

This is a fantastic day to day razor however and a great place to start with safety razors, to help users learn what they want.

Works perfect, reasonable price and fast delivery.

After being interested in wet shaving for a while I bought a cheap razor off a non-specialty store which cut my face and gave me razor burn and irritation significantly worse than cartridge razors.

When I bought this to test whether it was my technique or blades or the razor I found out that the cheap razor sucked.

This product was superior in every way. No more cuts and the smoothest shave I've ever had. If you think you want to get into wet shaving, I can endorse this product.

Razor is a treat. To hold something so well finished and solid in construction is a treat. I don’t know why I ever wasted my money on those plastic system razors - more expensive, poorer shave and less manly.