I just got this razor in the mail and shaved with it today, it was amazing. One pass and I was done, completely smooth with no irritation or cuts whatsoever. And I'll add that I had 4 days of facial hair growth.
41c is among the most underrated razors. Now I would grab that instead of DE89 if I started all over again as a beginner. Extremely useful for those winter months when I keep a long beard and just shave a bit on the cheeks and neck. you cannot outline a beard precisely with a safety bar, you need an open comb, and a mild one as this is perfect for those who have sensitive skin + coarse beard and tend to develop irritation easily like me. Not aggressive at all with its neutral-negative blade exposure and small blade gap. Difficult to get BBS though compared to other more efficient razors, but the downside with these is that you need to be more careful
What a great video. Thank you Geo, really great this history flashback Maybe in the next video, you can show us your all time favorite razors, it would be nice!!
One interesting piece of Merkur history -- Emil Hermes founded his company in 1896 in Solingen. Since the brand name Hermes was already taken, he chose the Roman name of the messenger of the gods Hermes, so the name MERKUR was registered as a trademark.
I bought a DE about 8 years ago to learn how to use straight razor.I used it for about 2 months and practiced using both hands and getting the feel of blade angels. I purchased a valued priced shavette and used it for 7 years. Very rarely so much as nicked myself. I recently got a traditional straight razor and a sharping stone, strop watched your vids to learn how to use them and WOW! The sound and feel are awesome, the traditional is not as sharp and the blade is considerably longer than the shavette but how cool it is to look in the mirror and shave like a man. Thank You for what you do.
When you become an "old man", (65+) your skin becomes more loose, wrinkled and scared especially the neck and so aggressive razors and blades are out. Especial if your take blood tinning meds. My best combo is a Merkur 38c (2 pc safety razor) and easy to clean and a "Ladas super stainless" razor blade. I can usually get 4, 3 pass smooooth shaves on one blade for some good BBS shaves. Thanks Geo for your videos on you tube that got my back shaving like I did when I first started so many years ago.
Great History on those razors! I have the closed comb version 1904 & I always liked the look of that razor as well as the shave I got from using it. Have a great weekend Geo! May you & your family stay Safe & Healthy!👍😎
I'm gonna want to add the open comb version to my collection eventually. I just recently purchased the Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements brass-handled nickel-plated DOC razor, and although called mild, the open comb head and base plate design compensate for the lighter weight. The knurling on that baby far surpasses anything I've tried yet, including Merkur 34c, Gillette Heritage-Inspired, Weishi 9306, and Viking's Blade Emperor Augustus!
Yes Geo, I do still have my original tan color GEO BOWL 👍 Just has one little chip on the base. Over so many years of use. Cheers from Phoenix, Arizona. Keep On Shavin'...
Hi Geo, you and Sinatra Lennon are the only non-italian speaking "Shavetubers" that I follow. He is a bit on the funny side and relaxing in fact is aka ""The Bob Ross of Shaving"; on your side I love the good technical advices you dish out and you I get to know how the States market compares to the one in Europe and Italy in particular. Keep it up Geo... Greetings from Sicily 🤗👍
Hi mate try watching PaulHFilms he's another good wet shaver to watch. He's Welsh and from the same town as me. I love his videos and I'm sure you will too.
Hi Geo- Great shave and razor review; thank you! Nice-looking razor. Fantastic lather, as well! Please be safe and be well! Take good care and enjoy the rest of the weekend! Best regards, as always!
I have this same razor and I love it but I can understand why some gents might find it hard to hold onto. If you're having difficulty holding onto any of your razors while shaving, run your fingertips across your alum block and then pick up your razor. Instant grip improvement.
Another great history lesson and shave Geo. Question does Merkur make a longer handle but same head as the 41C. I'm a tough bearded gent too. If not is there a handle you would recommend. Thanks sir. The best to you and your amazing family
Great shave, Geo. I’ve got a 1920s model open comb razor from Gillette. My question is this: while I usually shave daily with little beard growth, it feels to me that the razor only cuts on one side and the other doesn’t. Is it possible that the alignment of the blade, or the razor is damaged? I mean, it is over a century old. The fact it shaves at all suits me.
Lovely history lesson Geo. Love that you just go for all sorts of different razors in your shaves other than the latest models the likes of Global seem to roll off the conveyor belt! Just a request : Can you reduce the power of the light in your room? It obliterates any details because it shines so bright against polished finished gear.
Hope all is well with you and you are staying safe. Bit of a niche item but how about a review of the Merkur Moustache Razor. I know it has some pretty poor reviews, but does it have a place in a razor collection?
It's a nice little razor in theory. But the blades need some tweaking. Never seem to be sharp enough to remove my beardage easily... shavenation.com/products/merkur-mustache-and-eybrow-razor-trimmer?_pos=2&_sid=07bf6e62a&_ss=r
Hi Geo, great video! I learned the history of my razor, it was cool! Thx! May I ask about what’s the difference between 15C and 41C? Which is more aggressive? Thank you very much. Clear the runway and have a great shave.
I tried the 42C and for me personally I couldn’t get a close enough shave with it and I’ve read different reviews on Amazon people saying the same thing I had to end up going back over my face again with the electric razor to finish shaving on the 3rd pass and that got it I’ll just have to use my electric razor also whenever I use that razor it is a really nice razor for traveling though since the handle is short.
The 1904 is excellent value for the price. The cheapest razor I have, in fact, but not at all my worst. Like you, I didn't find it particularly aggressive, and I don't even have that heavy beard growth. I really like the 1904, though. It does fine by me.
I love the 34c and wanted something just a little more aggressive and this looks like the razor im looking for. I just ordered it from Shave Nation. The price was lower than expected. Thanks for doing these videos. They really help 👍
I use to have the open comb version of this razor, it did an ok job but I never did like the handle as it was very uncomfortable to hold because of the hexagonal design. I much prefer my Merkur 15c razor instead.
I'm a simple Man. I see a new Video from Geo and so i click as fast as i can 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Ha Ha ! Love it Ronny!
I just got this razor in the mail and shaved with it today, it was amazing. One pass and I was done, completely smooth with no irritation or cuts whatsoever. And I'll add that I had 4 days of facial hair growth.
Love it! Thanks for sharing.
Got the open comb by myselv.
Best one-pass shaving experience by miles , even with sensitive skin and mild beardgrowth!
Greetings from germany!!!
Do you use 41c?
Greetings from the USA! Enjoy your 41C-for sensitive skin and mild beard growth-Spot On!
41c is among the most underrated razors. Now I would grab that instead of DE89 if I started all over again as a beginner. Extremely useful for those winter months when I keep a long beard and just shave a bit on the cheeks and neck. you cannot outline a beard precisely with a safety bar, you need an open comb, and a mild one as this is perfect for those who have sensitive skin + coarse beard and tend to develop irritation easily like me. Not aggressive at all with its neutral-negative blade exposure and small blade gap. Difficult to get BBS though compared to other more efficient razors, but the downside with these is that you need to be more careful
What a great video. Thank you Geo, really great this history flashback
Maybe in the next video, you can show us your all time favorite razors, it would be nice!!
Thanks Trinity!
One interesting piece of Merkur history -- Emil Hermes founded his company in 1896 in Solingen. Since the brand name Hermes was already taken, he chose the Roman name of the messenger of the gods Hermes, so the name MERKUR was registered as a trademark.
That's awesome! Thanks Borbeto-I did not know this...
I bought a DE about 8 years ago to learn how to use straight razor.I used it for about 2 months and practiced using both hands and getting the feel of blade angels. I purchased a valued priced shavette and used it for 7 years. Very rarely so much as nicked myself. I recently got a traditional straight razor and a sharping stone, strop watched your vids to learn how to use them and WOW! The sound and feel are awesome, the traditional is not as sharp and the blade is considerably longer than the shavette but how cool it is to look in the mirror and shave like a man. Thank You for what you do.
When you become an "old man", (65+) your skin becomes more loose, wrinkled and scared especially the neck and so aggressive razors and blades are out. Especial if your take blood tinning meds. My best combo is a Merkur 38c (2 pc safety razor) and easy to clean and a "Ladas super stainless" razor blade. I can usually get 4, 3 pass smooooth shaves on one blade for some good BBS shaves. Thanks Geo for your videos on you tube that got my back shaving like I did when I first started so many years ago.
Thanks so much Dale! Too bad we have to get old, but with age, comes wisdom grasshopper...
Great History on those razors! I have the closed comb version 1904 & I always liked the look of that razor as well as the shave I got from using it. Have a great weekend Geo! May you & your family stay Safe & Healthy!👍😎
Thanks Brian-Be safe!
One of the nicest-looking handles. The shape and etching are terrific. If the handle was another 1/2” longer it would be my favorite razor.
Thanks for sharing the video and history lesson, Geo!
My pleasure Spectre!
I'm gonna want to add the open comb version to my collection eventually. I just recently purchased the Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements brass-handled nickel-plated DOC razor, and although called mild, the open comb head and base plate design compensate for the lighter weight. The knurling on that baby far surpasses anything I've tried yet, including Merkur 34c, Gillette Heritage-Inspired, Weishi 9306, and Viking's Blade Emperor Augustus!
As an avid history buff and wet shaver this was a spectacular double play. Way to turn two! 🤘🏼
thanks Bradley, I'm glad I covered your 2 sweet spots! Next up: The Triple Play!
geofatboy ⚾️⚾️⚾️
I've received my Merkur 41c, and the other shaving supplies you sent me. That 41c is now my daily driver.
Thanks Geo!
Is the 41C suitable for those of us who get a little lazy with the frequency of our shaves?
Yes Geo, I do still have my original tan color GEO BOWL 👍 Just has one little chip on the base. Over so many years of use. Cheers from Phoenix, Arizona. Keep On Shavin'...
Sweet William! That's awesome! You're an original!
Hi Geo, you and Sinatra Lennon are the only non-italian speaking "Shavetubers" that I follow. He is a bit on the funny side and relaxing in fact is aka ""The Bob Ross of Shaving"; on your side I love the good technical advices you dish out and you I get to know how the States market compares to the one in Europe and Italy in particular.
Keep it up Geo... Greetings from Sicily 🤗👍
Hi mate try watching PaulHFilms he's another good wet shaver to watch. He's Welsh and from the same town as me. I love his videos and I'm sure you will too.
PaulHfilms is my personal favorite. Kevyshaves is on the funny side as well. Nickshaves is more technical but rarely makes videos anymore
@@iangarner8857 thank you I will look him up!
@@griff4899 another good one is Chris (I hope I am not mistaken) from Another Cut Above.... Scottish guy
Thanks Viskios I appreciate your support! I was called Bob Ross once-had to look him up to see who he was...
Hi Geo- Great shave and razor review; thank you! Nice-looking razor. Fantastic lather, as well! Please be safe and be well! Take good care and enjoy the rest of the weekend! Best regards, as always!
Thanks Mike-All the best be well!
It's nice to see that little open comb in action. I gotta try that cream. Have an awesome weekend everyone!
Thanks Johnny-Take care!
I have this same razor and I love it but I can understand why some gents might find it hard to hold onto. If you're having difficulty holding onto any of your razors while shaving, run your fingertips across your alum block and then pick up your razor. Instant grip improvement.
Exactly! Just like I demonstrate in a lot of my videos.
Great video your a top bloke Geo. it’s always good to watch and learn off others. Thank you.
Hi Geo, I own them both, for me they are beautiful and functional, Even the open comb is not aggressive. Happy Sunday and a hug.🇺🇸🇮🇹👋👋👋
Exactly-Thanks Ursus. Enjoy.
Thank you Geo, you definitely do your homework, I learned a lot:)
Thanks RK-This one took some research...
Ha! The Lime-shaving soap looks great, bet it smells great! Thanks for posting this video and the history lesson
Yep-Good stuff! Thanks Bryan
Another great history lesson and shave Geo. Question does Merkur make a longer handle but same head as the 41C. I'm a tough bearded gent too. If not is there a handle you would recommend. Thanks sir. The best to you and your amazing family
Thanks for the history Geo.
Thanks Vig! Be well.
Great shave, Geo. I’ve got a 1920s model open comb razor from Gillette. My question is this: while I usually shave daily with little beard growth, it feels to me that the razor only cuts on one side and the other doesn’t. Is it possible that the alignment of the blade, or the razor is damaged? I mean, it is over a century old. The fact it shaves at all suits me.
Give it a close look with a magnifier or measure it with a micrometer if you have one. Sounds like its out of alignment, or a bad blade.
I would suggest trying a different open comb razor when you get the opportunity and see if it makes a differences.
A nice shave-history video and as always a top shave!....Καλό Πάσχα Γιώργαρε!
Thanks Dimitris! Christos Anesti! 🇬🇷
@@geofatboy Αληθώς Ανέστη!
Lovely history lesson Geo. Love that you just go for all sorts of different razors in your shaves other than the latest models the likes of Global seem to roll off the conveyor belt! Just a request : Can you reduce the power of the light in your room? It obliterates any details because it shines so bright against polished finished gear.
Hope all is well with you and you are staying safe. Bit of a niche item but how about a review of the Merkur Moustache Razor. I know it has some pretty poor reviews, but does it have a place in a razor collection?
It's a nice little razor in theory. But the blades need some tweaking. Never seem to be sharp enough to remove my beardage easily... shavenation.com/products/merkur-mustache-and-eybrow-razor-trimmer?_pos=2&_sid=07bf6e62a&_ss=r
Great video! very informative, thanks!
Thanks Dan!
Hi Geo, great video! I learned the history of my razor, it was cool! Thx! May I ask about what’s the difference between 15C and 41C? Which is more aggressive? Thank you very much. Clear the runway and have a great shave.
Love your videos. How would you compare the aggression of the 42c vs the 34c? I have a 42 and it too mild for me.
Those 2 razors are going to be very similar shaving.
Geo bringing up Larry David?! This guy’s got taste and a sense of humor that has no equal!!!
I tried the 42C and for me personally I couldn’t get a close enough shave with it and I’ve read different reviews on Amazon people saying the same thing I had to end up going back over my face again with the electric razor to finish shaving on the 3rd pass and that got it I’ll just have to use my electric razor also whenever I use that razor it is a really nice razor for traveling though since the handle is short.
Thanks for sharing!
@@geofatboy have you tried out the Viking safety razors
I have the other Merkur fraternal twin, 23C and 25C.
Exactly! Also very nice razors.
The 1904 is excellent value for the price. The cheapest razor I have, in fact, but not at all my worst. Like you, I didn't find it particularly aggressive, and I don't even have that heavy beard growth. I really like the 1904, though. It does fine by me.
Great video but when can we see you make a video on a ride with your rather fabulous Harley 👌
Vroom Vroom! 🏍FLHX !!!
How are you Geo, I hope you and your family are doing well. Stay safe out there. 😃
Hi Samuel we are great, you as well I hope.
Great to hear Geo, I’m doing very well thanks for asking.
With cartridge razor this video would be at least an hour long :D Great shave Geo
Most likely, that's a topic for another vid. Vinegar and oil don't mix...
You watch the video geofatboy and you have tooday a good positive day! Thanks Geo!
I recently bought a tub of TOBS lemon lime cream due to GFT limes was out of stock. I was wondering if I can get a comparison or an opinion.
Having tried several creams from both brands, I'd say the Trumpers give a slightly thicker lather.
Unfortunately GFT is in a holding pattern as a result of the Covid-19... Between those 2, I do prefer the scent of the GFT.
@@starlodear2987 Thank you for your feedback. Stay healthy.
@@geofatboy Thank you Geo for your feed back. Sorry about the large order last week.
I love the 34c and wanted something just a little more aggressive and this looks like the razor im looking for. I just ordered it from Shave Nation. The price was lower than expected. Thanks for doing these videos. They really help 👍
Belli,which is more agressif?
I use to have the open comb version of this razor, it did an ok job but I never did like the handle as it was very uncomfortable to hold because of the hexagonal design. I much prefer my Merkur 15c razor instead.
Nice!
Great information Geo! What year was the disposable invented? I'm assuming it was a marketing ploy by Gillette to get more monthly purchases.
Hi James, that would be the topic for another video!
And Geo does it Again 👍👍👍👍👍👍
Dun Dun Dun!!! Thanks.
@geofatboy what is your favorite razor & blade to use, your absolute go to?
Anybody else find themselves making their own corresponding shaving faces as Geo shaves around his face?
My pals in the UK call it: "Pulling" the same faces :)
I think this is the first time I seen him get a nick from shaving!!
The pain is real!
Does the 42C have the same head as the 34C? They look very similar.
So, is this razor mild or agressive?
Hey Geo, what is your favorite Creme and soap if you pay attention to the price.
Cheep and good-TOBS Sandalwood! And: Proraso Green Tube...
Greetings from Dhaka, Bangladesh. Brother stay home be safe and shave less. Stay well.
Which is the better shaver? 15c/41c🤔
It's like what's better Buick or Pontiac? YMMV
Hi I am going to switching to safety razor which is best blade for me I have sensitive skin and I am 24 years old thanks
Merkur 15c ist all you need to have a perfect smooth and 100% clean shave.
Does the Merkur 23c have the same head as the Merkur 34 HD?
3 pice to 2 pice-but very similar.
Does the 41c have the same head as 15c ?
Yes. dovoonline.com/merkur-safety-razors/merkur-razor-parts/
Nice thanks
Links for both 41c and 42c both directed to 41c
Thanks for the heads-up. It's been corrected.
@@geofatboy no problem :-)
Omaha, Omaha....
Lol you cracked me up!!!!🤣🤣🤣
Ha Ha! You may be the only who stayed long enough to hear that! No football- someone's gotta fill Peyton's shoes!
These razors are definitely more akin to the razors used by the germans in world war 2 than the 1904 Gillette theyre supposed to be replicas of.
Last time I came this early my girlfriend left me. Great video geo!
I just fell off my chair. 😂
@@geofatboy glad to make you laugh sir
I think this was a little too Crass. Sorry, just me I guess.
...you've got the fastest-growing beard on earth....LOL 👍👍👍
Enter that bathroom-enter hyperspace!
Prettttttty pretttttttty pretttttttttttty goooood 😂
Who the heck gives Geo a tumbs down...!? Hope for your sake it was a mistake 👊Paf!
I know this is out of season but GRINCH SOAP lol
Exactly!
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Thanks Goran!