After being inspired by my buddy Alan Wiig‘s razor, I wanted to go old-school. (Not as old-school as I went once in 2002, but old-school nonetheless.)
A few weeks ago, I acquired one of these, a Merkur Classic Razor. I’ve decided to completely ditch my crappy and expensive Mach 3 in favor of the Merkur. I like the metallic and heavier body that it has versus the Mach 3, and I like its double-edged awesomeness. It cuts better, it’s easier to use, and is a hell of a lot cheaper per blade. And I can get refill blades just a few blocks away at the Shaver and Cutlery Shop on Broadway. I’m still using shaving soap procured at Body Time, in the other direction, on College Ave. (Thank you North Oakland independent merchants!)
I continue to use the straight blade when I want to spent 20-30 minutes shaving on a weekend, but the Merkur is now my everyday razor. Farewell, Mach 3.
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