MÜHLE Traditional R89 safety razor | double edge safety razor | sustainable eco-friendly and reusable | fits all standard DE razor blades | for men and women | chrome handle

Absolute top quality razor, and after a bit of reticence to start using it, I am annoyed I did not start using it quicker !!! It is great to hold while shaving, easy to change blades, and delivers a really excellent shave.... I was fed up of using the multi blade plastic heads from a well know brand, and being ripped off at their mental prices... By switching to this razor design, you can buy packs of 100 razor blades for half the cost of a three pack, and they will last you a year.... Only word of caution is to take your time, and not rush with this type of razor, you will nick yourself very easily if you rush...

I actually can’t believe I have been paying for cartridge razors for so long - this is better in virtually every way. I find that the grabbing and snagging of multiblade razors is a total non-issue with this safety razor. The build quality is exceptional and it is so easy to use. I honestly can’t recommend this enough.PS I bought a pack of Feather Double edged blades to go with this and they are perfect. So, so much cheaper than cartridges.

Fantastic item, focusing on function and usability, great quality -- and NOT from China!!

Got a nice smooth shave with two days stubble, but it is a very mild razor after using adjustable razors such as the Merkur progress.Used the blade that came with it, maybe will use a Feather blade to get a closer shave next time I use it.

I’ve been on the hunt for while now. I purchased a few razors I’m trying to find a combo that will give me a close shave with maximum 2 passesI have sensitive skin on my neck so less passes less irritation how does the R89 stack upAll my razors are closed Comb as is the version of the R89 I chose, it’s the chrome colouredIts weight is slightly less than my Edwin Jagger massively less than my Gillette King ClassicIt’s a great weight the handle is patterned and great for grip but for people with large hands they might find it short. I found it spot on for meI paired this up with Feather stainless steel blades lathered up with Tabac soap ( its old school reminds me of my Grandpa )The result 2 passes with the grain and across the grain. Very smooth shave . Granted I don’t have the thickest, coursest facial hair but there was about 10 days growth so a fair amount to chop through. This combo did it effortlesslyI think I can stop the hunt now, so if you want a great razor for not a lot of money you’ll be hard pushed to beat the Mühle R89

When I got this, I thought it was just for a better, nicer looking razor to have a nice set. Pleased to say it definitely helps round the all good experience and improved shave and I get the idea of the razor head weight.For beginners like me looking to convert:I used to dread shaving as got thick'ish beard and sensitive skin and after looking into DE (double edge) shaving with its acclaims and thought it was worth a go. So having just converted to DE, I like it a lot! Its actually a good experience shaving now!Wanting to ditch the Gillette fusion, I started with a supermarket bought cheap Wilkinson's razor and brush(which I already had). My first time (still using Gillette's gel) I looked like a 'victim'. Second time I used a Palmolive soap stick and it was a far better experience and shave. I used the soap stick straight on face and brushed on to create lather but the lather can equally be done on a bow, just happens at the time I didn't have one. Still the result was so good that using a stick, I'd probably still put it on face straight.The soap stick at < £1 at Tesco of Lloyds pharmacy thrashes the gel no end (and will last and last) and see why people refer to gels as gunk! Really is.As I liked it I upgraded the whole set thinking i'd improve the shave somewhat. Got Taylor of old bond (TOBS) shaving cream (£10), TOBS after balm (£12), a stand with bowl (£24), 100 derby (£9) + also subsequently got 100 astra blades (£10) (rated better but I can't confirm yet), a TOBS pure badger brush (20) and this new razor (£25) after quite a bit of research. The lathering is now a nice experience. And what an upgrade its been. I also got an alum block (for 2 on the big auction site for £5 delivered) and any little nicks disappear - applied with moist face, run block under water and rub on face as you would with a soap all over and wash off after a minute. Magic, no blood, nothing and its great knowing its an antiseptic too! You get a tingle as feedback where most damage has been done.If you want to talk about it as an investment, price-wise, yes it was quite an initial investment to convert to DE and have a decent kit. On return I got good tools that will be of service for years and enough blades for 2 years (per 100 blades at the rate of 1 blade a week). So on the long run it will pay for itself over the next 3 years and then it will be major savings from then on.Now, the shave I get.. well that is so superior.UPDATE(30 May 2015)Still 100% DE, over the past 2 years. Still behind it 100%. It was a great choice. And this razor also a great option and is still going strong.

Very nice razor beautifully made. I got it because I wanted a razor for life, something I know I can use everyday. Seems very well made, 3 pieces that are finished well and fit together perfectly. Handle is a little slippery when wet but not a show stopper. Why they couldn’t have made it more aggressive with the handle grip I don’t know. Otherwise very happy, shave very well, close but never aggressive. Blade is well protected with a closed comb so less nicks and cuts during a shave. I’ve nicked myself a few times but probably less than 25% of the times I shave. Highly recommended.

Bought as a gift for my son - he loves it ... well weighted and balanced.