Merkur - 23C Long Handle Safety Razor

Very good mild to medium razor for sensitive skin and those who are starting out with DE wet shaving. Beginners or veterans can achieve a very smooth shave. Great choice for anyone who is prone to irritation, red bumps, ingrown hairs, and cuts.

Really safe to use has a good weight on it and doesn’t leave irritation on your face

My son chose this razor with a little guidance and he absolutely loves it!

Absolutely love it

Easy to use. Nicely weighted. I'd be happy with this even if I had paid twice what I paid

This is a great razor. I was very please at the comfort it gave while getting a smooth great shave.

This is a great razor. I was very please at the comfort it gave while getting a smooth great shave.

Absolutely no trouble switching from the expensive multi-blade systems to this single blade.

This has been by fare the best service I have ever had being a new customer . Thank you for taking care of my order in a quick method . You guys are the best. I like the way you keep in contact to make sure the product is delivered on time👍

I'm a woman and I shave underarms, legs, bikini area, etc. I wanted to reduce my plastic waste as I've always used disposable razors (usually the blue fixed head ones.) People kind of scared me about this, but it was absolutely easy! I have been using it over a week and haven't nicked/cut myself at all. Very comfortable grip, feels balanced and feels good on the skin. Really enjoying it! If you're new to this, the long handle - it means it's basically the same length my disposable was.

In the last few years my skin has become more sensitive. I felt the need to change from an electric shaver to blades, but multi-blade razors are outrageously expensive. The Merkur 23C is well-balanced and easy to grip even with wet hands. Over the couple weeks I've been using it, I haven't cut my face to shreds, no blood splatters on the bathroom mirror. Overall, the shave is very comfortable. I'm still trying out various blades to see which ones work best for me, but so far I'm very happy with the razor.

Great razor, but not aggressive at all. Works fair with shaving and does not cause nicks or cuts if you shave carefully.

Great overall razor. Knurling is quite functional and the razor gives a mild but clean overall shave. Worth every penny.

This is a great razor! I’ve been using the Merkur 23-C Long Handle Safety Razor for about six or seven years now. I purchased this one as a gift for my son. This was the first safety razor I ever bought and I’ve had a no reason to look for a different one. The quality is excellent. I love the weight and balance of this razor with the long handle. The main reason I looked for a safety razor was to save money on blades. When you find the blade you like, and buy in bulk from a place like NESC, the amount of money you’ll save over a lifetime is outrageous. This razor gives me a smooth shave and if you take care of it, there’s no reason it shouldn’t last a lifetime. I know there are more expensive razors out there, but I really don’t know how much better they could be. At the very least, you can’t beat the value of what you get from this razor, for the price.

Very cool

If you think the 23C is an indication if length, you would be mistaken. This razor has a 10 cm handle, which makes one wonder what the length of the 15C is. I find this handle too short for comfort. That being said,the F's or has a nice weight to it, helping to get a good grasp.

I regret little from my life on earth. I've spent a good deal of time learning to meditate, talking through, coping, all effective ways to accept the past as it is, instead of trying to change it.

By and large my work has been successful. However, every moment before this safety razor made contact with my stubbly face was wasted. Wasted time and money on bad shaves.

If you want to give a safety razor a try, this modestly priced option will exceed your expectations. Not only is the shave cheaper than a disposable razor by a factor of 10, I have also noticed ingrown hairs clearing up on my chin. Instead of constantly scrubbing built up hair from between the blades, now I simply rinse the hair out and continue to shave.

The shave itself is dramatically better and quicker. With a little practice, I can do each cheek in a few strokes, maneuver the blade over my chin efficiently, and find my face clean shaven in just a minute or two.

As I said in the beginning, I'm a man who's learned to accept the past and eschew regret. Yet, having wasted time and money on plastic, bad-for-the-planet razors that shave bad has opened up a deep well of hot regret, like a dry summer wind in my smooth face.

If you want a shave so good that it makes you bitter about your shaving history, join me on the other side friends. This particular Merkur is hefty, and it has a small bore hole in the handle. Perfect for a homemade stand.

This Merkur 23c is perfect for my weekly headshave, much more controlable than my HD 34c. I just like the legnth of the handle and feel of the handle.
FEELS GOOD

I was nervous to try out a traditional safety razor, but I'm so glad I did.

I have very sensitive skin and I'm clumsy, so I used to shave with five-blade disposable razors. I hated throwing them away -- they're expensive and wasteful.

This works just as well, it's cheaper, and it's much better for the environment. I bought this and a 50-pack of Astra Platinum blades and now I'm set for the next 4 years!

Some tips for beginners like me:
To insert the blade, just twist off the handle and drop the razor blade on top of the pegs inside the head. You don't need to use pressure like with a disposable razor; just run it gently along your skin. You DO need some kind of shaving cream or lather so it glides nicely.

I especially recommend this for people who shave their legs because the handle is longer and textured for a better grip.

Thrilled with this razor and thrilled with New England Shaving Company. I ordered yesterday and it arrived today with a bonus pack of blades! Thank you