Merkur 34c review – One of the Most Popular Razors!

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    MERKUR Classic 2-Piece Double Edge Safety Razor
    • Editor Rating

    • Rated 4.5 stars
    • Outstanding
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    • MERKUR Classic 2-Piece Double Edge Safety Razor
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    • Last modified: April 4, 2022
    • Weight
      Editor: 60%
    • Grip
      Editor: 100%
    • Length
      Editor: 60%
    • Aggressiveness
      Editor: 40%
    • Blade Replacement
      Editor: 80%
    • Shave quality
      Editor: 100%
    • Affordability
      Editor: 85%

    Review Summary:

    This safety razor is slightly handle heavy but overall very well-balanced. It probably has the best grip of any safety razor that I have ever used.

    Pros

    • Produces great shaves for all skill levels
    • One of best grips on any safety razor
    • Build quality is out of this world

    Cons

    • Handle is very short

    Merkur 34c review - Come check out this very popular razor!

    The Merkur 34C is definitely one of the most sought-after and highly rated safety razors of all time.

    For me personally, Merkur 34C is in my top five favorite safety razors and has rightfully made our list of the top safety razors on the market.

    This Merkur safety razor set reminds me a lot of the Edwin Jagger de89lbl because of how aggressive it is.

    This product is an absolute delight to hold in my hands.

    The craftsmanship is really, on the whole, on another level.

    Let’s get into the details about this extremely popular safety razor – the Merkur 34c.

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      Balance and Weight

      The Merkur 34C weighs in at 2.4 ounces.

      This is about the average wait for a safety razor.

      Because it is a two-piece safety razor it has a mechanical knob at the bottom in order to separate the two pieces.

      Because of this, the handle of this Merkur heavy-duty double edge razor is slightly heavy in comparison to other one or three-piece safety razors.

      Because it handles heavy I really feel you could hold it anywhere on the handle. 

      Although this is a very average weight for a safety razor because the Merkur 34C is such a short safety razor it makes it feel very dense and durable.

      The Merkur 34c is simply a solid tool that is crafted extremely well.

      Grip

      The grip on the Merkur 34C might be the best out of any safety razor that I have ever held.

      The majority of the handle has a gritty metal texture.

      Even the knob at the very bottom has vertical grooves for extra grip.

      No matter how wet and soapy my hands get I am extremely confident that the safety razor will never slip out.

      And although the gritty metal takes away from some style points (in some people’s opinion), the added grip is definitely worth it.

      Length

      This is probably one of the biggest downfalls of the Merkur 34C.

      It is one of the shortest safety razors that I am coming in at 3.3 inches.

      The biggest reason it is a downfall for me is that I have larger hands than most people.

      For people with average-sized hands, it should be no problem.

      Even with my larger hands, I have been able to manage mostly because it has such a good grip along with the whole entire handle.

      Aggressiveness

      Like the Edwin Jagger de89lbl, the Merkur 34C is a mild safety razor.

      I even rate it slightly less aggressive than the Jagger.

      Out of 10, I would give it a 3/10.

      And although this mild angle will not cut as close as an extremely aggressive angle, you will run less of a chance of cutting your face up.

      It is an extremely good razor for people that are just starting out.

      Check out my article on what aggressiveness means if this is still unclear!

      Blade Replacement

      The blade replacement on the Merkur 34C is extremely easy.

      Since it is a two-piece razor (types of safety razor), all you have to do is unscrew the knob at the bottom of the handle and a clockwise motion and the top piece will come right off.

      It is easier to replace the blade on this than the three-piece Edwin jagger de89lbl but more difficult than any butterfly open safety razor.

      It would be very difficult for you to cut yourself on the double-edged blade while replacing it with this safety razor.

      Be sure to pair your safety razor with the right safety razor blade for you.

      Merkur 34c Safety Razor

      Conclusion

      To conclude my Merkur 34C review let’s recap what you have learned.

      This safety razor slightly handles heavy but overall very well-balanced.

      It probably has the best grip of any safety razor that I have ever used.

      It is on the shorter side compared to other safety razors so if you have extremely large hands you might want to look into other options.

      I personally can use it just fine in my hands are on the larger side.

      The two-piece design makes it extremely easy to remove old blades and the mechanism that it uses is extremely durable and will last a lifetime.

      This is an extremely mild safety razor in terms of blade angle.

      I recommend it for anyone just starting out or for people who tend to get razor burn very easily like myself.

      I actually have rated this razor as not only one of the best Merkur safety razors in my Merkur razors reviews but one of the overall best safety razors and one of the best razors for shaving your head.

      You can also check out the Merkur 38c review – the bigger brother to 34c and then you’ll see the main differences between the two brothers (Merkur 38c vs 34c).

      Also, don’t forget to check out our infographic on straight razors vs safety razors as well as our list of best straight razors on the market.

      Let me know your thoughts and experiences with this very well-known safety razor!

      Now get out there and work on getting your baby’s bottom smooth shaved with your new safety razor!

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      3 thoughts on “Merkur 34c review – One of the Most Popular Razors!”

      1. One of the biggest misconceptions about shaving with a so called “mild” razor is that you cannot get a really close shave with one. I have heavy, coarse, tough, old grey whiskers. Using the classic 3 pass shaving system, I get a BBS shave with my 34C. Proper pre-shave preparation and practice make for a great shave.

      2. I’ve had my Merkur 34C for 2 years now, it was my first DE razor, the one i learned on. And just because I’ve gotten two more aggressive vintage razors and wetshaving experience doesn’t mean I’ve stopped shaving with my 34C. Even as an experienced wetshaver it’s still a fantastic razor. I can get a nice BBS in 3 passes with most blades, and the razor’s mild medium aggressiveness makes it very forgiving and less dramatic to get a close smooth shave. It’s still my default razor after 2 years. This razor is highly popular for a reason-it’s Ann awesome razor. No regrets about purchasing mine.

      3. How do you compare Vikings Blade Emperor Augustus razor to Merkur 34 C in terms of aggressiveness? I prefer less aggressive razors and ehcne this question. I own a Merkur 34 C.

        Cheers,
        Vishnu

      4. How do you compare Vikings Blade Emperor Augustus razor to Merkur 34 C in terms of aggressiveness? I prefer less aggressive razors and ehcne this question. I own a Merkur 34 C.

        Cheers,
        Vishnu

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