MERKUR DOVO 38C Safety Razor

Nice heavy razor. Great quality. The only thing to bare in mind is it may not fit in some razor stands/holders because of the thickness of the handle.

It took about two weeks of practice to get the hang of it, but I'm glad I made the switch. The razor includes a sample platinum-coated merkur stainless steel blade, of which I bought a 10-pack of along with the razor. Shaving every day, each blade lasts me a week without any problems. Definitely a closer, smoother shave with far less irritation than with multi-blade razors. Even if I do nick myself, the cut is very clean and you really feel it, so there's less chance of making it worse by passing over it multiple times. It seldom pulls my skin and always shaves cleanly, so I no longer get razor bumps or irritation of that sort. Specific to the razor model itself, it feels very sturdy and it's heavy, with a nice finish. Putting in new blades is easy, just twist the bottom until you can detach the head at the top, slide in a blade along the guides, put the top back in and screw it tight. It is very consistent in how it angles the blade and the pressure it puts on it, so once you get comfortable with it you will rarely cut yourself. Definitely well made, very pleased with it.

Where to start? Well, it's made in Germany, so you'd be right to have high expectations, and not be disappointed. As you'd expect, it's heavy compared to cartridge razor handles, but equally, it's well balanced. It holds the blade securely, and at the right angle for a close shave. The blade support has space to allow quick rinsing out during your shave. It will come apart easily enough for a thorough clean as and when required. The patterned grip works well, so it's not going to slip, even with very wet fingers. If you are looking to break out of the comparatively expensive cartridge model, this is a very good starting model. I found that either the Feather platinum blades, or the Astra premium platinum work well, and the whole thing works out cheaper over a year than the Wilkinson Sword cartridge razor I was using before. You can use shaving foam / gel, but I'd recommend some shaving soap, and a brush. Taylors of Old Bond Street do some fantastic fragrances, and a small tub will last about 6 months.

I wanted to buy a good DE razor my other 2 are ok but I wanted better so thought I'd try this well my verdict SIMPLY THE BEST the quality and weight is excellent and a slightly long handle makes it great to handle I use feather blades and Taylor of Bond Street shaving cream the razor just does the work with no beard drag a smooth shave with no after shave tenderness absolutely recommended

I have been using a DE razor for a couple of years now. I asked my wife to buy me this one for Christmas. Quite simply the best. A really smooth shave. And it feels as if it would be difficult to nick myself. I wish I had bought this years ago. Simply the best.

My husband has been contributing over the years to the plastic waste dumped on our beautiful planet, as many of us have - just in order to shave. He was fed up with this, and the fact that it cost a fortune to purchase the plastic/metal replacement blades for his Mach razor. I saw an advert for men, on fb re: helping the environment by ditching your old razor, for a safety razor, and saving money in the long run. Showed my husband and he decided to go for it. He purchased this good quality Merkur 38C Barber Pole - Long handle, chrome safety razor. He has big hands and this particular razor is a good size and weight and he loves it. It had good reviews, as did the Feather blades which were purchased separately. At just over £3 for a pack of ten blades, he is absolutely chuffed. Apparently there is no pressure required when shaving as the razor just glides- giving a close, smooth shave. No more plastic waste either, and he says he will never go back to plastic razors/blades ever.

Feels great and weighs substantially heavier than a cheap disposable razor. When the blade is screwed in it is tight and solid. If you want a first time razor I highly recommend this.

After years spending stupid amounts on replacemnet cartridge razors (pro glide) etc i decided to give the ultra reliable double edged safety razor. After quite a bit of research & looking on websites i decided to go with this one the Merkur 38c barber pole razor. Its sheer quality,feels brilliant in the hand, takes a bit of time to get use to but its well worth it. The initial layout maybe a bit pricey but take it from me its worth it. Get some decent blades to go with it good soap,foam & you'll enjoy shaving again...i do.

I'm a woman and use this for my legs and armpits, usually with Persona razor blades. This never ever cuts me, and always gives me a fantastic shave. I only replace the blade every month at most! It cuts closer than any other type of razor, and the weight of it makes it easy to hold. IT'S EASY TO RINSE OUT. It holds on to less hair than those 4-5 blade fancy razors, and I can unscrew it DURING my shower a little to easily and safely rinse out hair.

Perfect weight and size. I prefer a long handle one. Really good.

Prodotto Solido, ben costruito. Ci si rade quasi con il solo peso del rasoio. Non mi aspettavo di riuscire a radermi con tanta facilità in quanto è stato il mio approccio ad un rasoio di sicurezza. Rasatura agevole e perfetta anche per una PELLE SENSIBILE come la mia accoppiando il Merkur con lamette ASTRA VERDI. Ovviamente bisogna passare contropelo, ma non lascia irritazioni ed è quasi impossibile tagliarsi. Zero graffietti, nessun rossore, pelle morbida. Da precisare che ho ammorbidito e preparato il viso con acqua calda. Ho utilizzato come pre-rasatura l’olio DAWN OF GLORY e poi come crema da rasatura la WOOD & SPICE Proraso distribuita con pennello EDWIN JAGGER di Tasso. A fine rasatura, balsamo WOOD & SPICE Proraso. Perfezione !!

Mi modelo favorito para maquinilla clásica. Una pena que las cuchillas de Merkur no tengan la misma calidad.

Best razor I've ever owned !