Merkur 34c (review) is a moderately-aggressive two-piece safety razor that is very suitable for inexperienced users. It is 3.28 inches long, and the comfortably knurled handle comes in at 3.04 inches. With a diameter of 0.46 inches, it feels very stable in the hand.

Feather is a well-known manufacturer of blades for safety razors. With the AS-D2 (review) double edge safety razor, they claim to have designed the most innovative safety razor in the world that will truly revolutionize wet shaving. This closed comb safety razor is just mildly aggressive and promises to give its user a very benign shaving experience. The vintage Autostrop razor is long-since out of production but Feather makes their FHS blade that fits the same form factor. The FHS design could be considered a relative of the GEM blade, having many of the same characteristics but without the GEM blade’s “spine.” While shaving, always hold your Hybrid razor by the indented spot on the handle. In terms of aggression, this model gives a relatively mild shave . This makes it suitable for wet shavers who’ve already gained some experience in the field. OneBlade Core

Buy a good brand - We would recommend buying a good brand such as Astra, Derby, Bic or Feather. There are some other cheaper ones available, but we have found them to be of poorer quality. But I think one major issue that single edge razors face is the physical shape of the blade. Unlike double edge (DE) razor blades that have evolved into a “standard” shape, single edge blades come in a number of different formats: GEM, Injector, FHS/Autostrop, barber style (AKA “Artist Club,” “shaper,” “nape & body,” “Shavette”), etc. The best razor blades sold in the UK, are the Derby 100 Derby Extra Shaving Blades in terms of quality and value for money. s coating isn’t very solid, so the metal in the corners may chip if you accidentally drop the razor into the sink. The blade of Merkur 23C is not adjustable, meaning that the level of aggression remains rather low throughout the entire shave. That’s why this model has earned itself an excellent reputation among women. They can rely on the MK 23C double edge razor for an irritation-free shaving experience. Which blades to use with Merkur 23C?

Muhler R41 is a very popular open comb safety razor. The most common version of this model has got a classic chrome handle with some serious knurling for a safer and comfortable grip. The standard handle of R41 is 3.1 inches long and fits all hand sizes. The R41 Grande version has got a slightly longer handle.Blade Material: The type of steel or material used in the blade's construction can affect its durability. High-quality, stainless steel blades tend to last longer than less durable materials.