Muhle Grande Closed Comb Safety Razor - LARGE: Launched in autumn 2011, this beautifully engineered, big boy, closed comb double edge safety razor is an absolute joy to use. With its long, engraved handle, the Muhle Grande R89 has been expertly designed for control and comfort. The Muhle Grande as the name suggests is for guys who prefer a heavier razor. The shave is typically Muhle, nice and comfortable yet close. Chrome has been used in the manufacture of this double edge safety razor not only for its superb corrosive resistance properties, but also for its rich silver mirror finish. Manufactured in Germany by Muhle, who create beautiful products for wet shavers world wide. Handle Length: 9.5 cm, Total Length: 10.5 cm, Weight: 80 g. Please Note: does not include any blades.
| Product Group | Health and Beauty |
| Color | Chrome |
Just used this beauty for the first time having been using a vintage Gillette Tech Fat Handle, which, itself, was a treat to use. By comparison it's a beast. Substantially longer and heavier and with a fatter handle. The knurling on the handle is fine but not as deep and grippy as the Gillette but doesn't present a problem at all. Obviously it's beautifully finished and engineered. As a relative newbie in double edge shaving I can't say as I notice a vast difference between the two but, for sure, I got a soft and sharp shave and will treasure this thing. Muhle make the heads for Edwin Jagger apparently so bear that in mind when deciding between Jagger, Merkur and Muhle. Lots on info. on the shaving forums....search and see.
EDIT. A couple of days on and I'm getting more accustomed to shaving with the Muhle. Additionally I'm learning how to use it without drawing blood...take it really gently and no excessive pressure, get the preparation right (ie. hot water,...
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