Merkur 23c - Reviews
(4.6)
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3.7.2019
I came to this razor after using the Wilkinson Sword Classic DE for a month or so (the chrome one, not the "plastic fantastic"), and a long line of cartridge razors for thirty-odd years prior to that.The Merkur 23C is one of the cheaper options among the mid-priced mild DE razors offered by Edwin Jagger, Muhle and indeed Merkur. I agonised over the choices available, pouring over every review I could find. In the end my desire for a longer handle and 3-piece design (separate handle, base plate and cap) together with its huge popularity swung things in favour of the 23C.Blade loading is easy and I haven't experienced any alignment problems with the blades I've used (Shark, Derby, Wilkinson,
18.7.2016
Идеален во всех отношениях. Идеальный вес. Идеальная балансировка. Идеальная центровка лезвия. Идеально сидит в руке, а благодаря рифленой гравировке на ручке, не выскальзывает из мокрых рук. Прощает любые ошибки при бритье, порезаться им сложно, но всё таки аккуратность и осторожность необходима. К качеству сборки и отделки придраться просто нереально. Станок для новичков, коим я и являюсь. На нем хорошо учиться отрабатывать технику бритья классическими станками и набираться опыта. Бреет очень мягко и деликатно, не оставляет неприятный ощущений на коже (многое конечно будет зависеть от лезвия, типа щетины, ее подготовки, техники бритья, качества пены и опыта).Владельцы станков этой фирмы в один голос утверждают,
10.3.2021
It feels good in the hand and on the face even with sensitive skin. I switched from Trac 2 cartridges (still a good choice for avoiding ingrown hairs) to a safety razor in an effort to be even more gentle to my skin. Mission accomplished. It does take 2 to 3 passes in order to get the same closeness but, that’s the point. You can control the amount of abuse your skin takes more with a single blade safety razor than with a multi blade cartridge. Plus, you get to lather up between each pass of the blade. The Merkur blade that comes with it is fine. I’ve taken to using mild Viking Blades available here on Amazon without any trouble. The sweet spot angle is easy to achieve.
12.3.2021
I've been using the Merkur 34C HD for a few months now and I've appreciated it. I just got the 23C yesterday and had my first shave with it earlier this morning. Just like I guessed, it is also a cracker jack of a razor and stands as a comparable companion razor to the 34C. Perfect shave. It shouldn't give the impression of being a "light" razor even though that is sometimes said, even by Merkur. It has good heft and balance, and feels right in the hand. It's the same on the aggressiveness scale since it has the same head. Mild to medium that is. Same great engineering, and more surgical feel compared to the more artistic Vikings Chieftain BC, or the more colorful Van Der Hagen long handle,
16.3.2021
I bought this razor back in October 2018 and it held up perfectly until about a week ago (march 2021). Little bits of metal fell off, and now the screw won't hold it together. I bought this safety razor+ a 100-pack of razors for a combined cost of $40. I feel like I have a lifetime supply of razors. Even though it was an amazing product that I freaking loved, it is pretty disappointing that the Merkur razor fell apart after only a couple years. I thought it too would last a lifetime (or at least 10 years). I was about to repurchase it, but maybe there are other safety razors out there that would last longer.
26.8.2020
It is light - 60 gr - with fairly long handle ~98 mm, which is my preference in a shaver.Blade exposure make it a mild shaver so it requires a few more passes to achieve smooth shaving but, you can pull it freely along your face with hardly any chance to cut yourself. I shave once with shaving gel and then, additional passes with only wet face.Very good quality product made in Solingen Germany.It is a three piece shaver so just a little less comfortable to remove and insert blade then twist-to-open type shaver.Modern traditional style double edge safety razor.
21.12.2016
This is my first classic razor (T-shape). For about 15 years before I used Gillette Mach 3 razor. What can I say? This Mercur razor is very sturdy and well made. The quality is good. I used it for about 10 times and it is rather hard to shave correctly after Mach 3 razor. It takes longer to shave with classic razor, but I like it. It is something about man's ritual, when nobody disturbs you and you can reflect with yourself :) I also suggest you to order several different blades and try them, because they are all different.
31.7.2019
I am trying to go plastic free and decided to buy a safety razor thinking I would have to compromise on the closeness of my shave. However, this razor combined with quality razor blades gives as close a shave as I have ever had. The biggest bonus is that over the year I have estimated that I will be at least £45 better off, and the years after that I will save a minimum of £80 a year and no plastic waste at all.
31.1.2021
This razor is a great way to start traditional DE shaving. Excellent for those who have been DE shaving for a long time and those just starting out. DE shaving is more economical, environmentally friendly and just plain does a better job. When I graduated to a Merkur 33c and a Feather AS-DS my wife made a command decision and appropriated the 23c for her legs. It's unbelievable how much money we've saved!
8.2.2013
I'd never used a safety razor before, so I was more than a bit nervous! However, I am 100% pleased with it. I get a better shave than with other women's razors and have only nicked myself once over the last month. I even use it to shave my underarms and bikini line. It is so much easier than I had anticipated.The razor itself is beautifully designed. I am very happy to have it in my shower.
13.12.2019
+ Plastic-free+ Easy to install blade+ Safe - haven't cut myself yet, whereas I used to with disposables, actually wondered if it was doing anything first few timesFor legs and underarms could do with a longer handle, but appreciate it's designed for facesMerkur does a Lady's version with a longer handle, but it wasn't in stock anywhere when I got this
16.12.2020
Very good quality razor. I used one from the supermarket but this is far superior in quality.If I was happy with the initial Wilkinson I bought locally, it still was a bit fiddly and the aftershave left a burning sensation.With similar blades, the Merkur is a real treat! Close shave, no cuts and no burning.Why isn’t it more widely available???
7.2.2019
Simple, unimprovable, easy to clean, virtually impossible to cut yourself, good-looking, indestructible. This is my go-to razor. I don’t need an adjustable razor because I shave every day. I don’t need an aggressive shave because I’m not obsessed with being macho man! With my 23c I get a perfect shave every morning and my face looks great.
21.10.2019
Been shaving for a long long time but this Merkur 23c is the best double edge safety razor I've ever used...! Amazing, you'd have to work hard to cut yourself...! Clean shaves and no razor burn for the beginner and veteran alike...! Highly recommend... Get a Proraso pre shave and some Proraso or other quality shave cream and have at it..!
6.3.2018
I already have 3 Merkurs. All are heavy so very little pressure required. Heavy handedness of my current Merkurs results in gashes so you learn very quickly.Wanted to try something lighter but this is perhaps too light for me.However the 23c is very easy to use compared with my heavyweight Futur so great for beginners in my opinion.