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About Merkur Solingen
About Merkur Safety Razors
Merkur was founded in 1896 by Emil Hermes in Solingen, Germany. The name Merkur comes from the Roman god Mercury, as "Hermes" was already registered by another cutlery company in the region.
Solingen has been a centre for blade manufacturing for centuries. The city's name carries legal protection in Germany, meaning only products genuinely manufactured there can bear the Solingen mark. Merkur razors continue to be made at their Solingen facility, maintaining the manufacturing standards the brand has built its reputation on.
Merkur Razor Types
Merkur produces several categories of safety razors, each suited to different shaving needs and experience levels.
Classic Closed Comb Razors
Closed comb razors like the Merkur 34C HD, 33C, 23C, and 38C feature a straight safety bar beneath the blade. This design provides a smooth, forgiving shave that suits beginners and those with normal skin. The Merkur 34C remains the most popular model in the range.
Open Comb Razors
Open comb designs like the Merkur 15C and 25C feature teeth that guide longer hair directly to the blade, preventing clogging during the shave. These razors suit those with heavy beard growth or those who shave less frequently.
Slant Bar Razors
The Merkur 37C and 39C Sledgehammer position the blade at a diagonal angle, creating a slicing action that cuts through coarse hair efficiently. This design reduces tugging and works well for dense beards.
Adjustable Razors
The Merkur Progress allows shavers to adjust the blade gap from mild to moderate, making it versatile for daily shaving or tackling several days' growth. The Progress 500 has a standard handle, while the 510 offers an extended handle for those who prefer more reach.
The Merkur Futur offers a more aggressive adjustment range across six settings. Available in polished chrome, satin, and gold finishes, the Futur suits experienced wet shavers who need more blade exposure for thick stubble.
Specialty and Travel Razors
The Merkur 907 Moustache and Eyebrow Razor features a narrow blade for precision detailing work, including shaping beard contours and maintaining moustache lines. For travel, the 933C and 985 disassemble into compact leather cases.
Construction
Merkur razors feature brass handles and zinc die-cast heads with chrome plating. This combination provides weight for a controlled shave while resisting corrosion. The razors are compatible with all standard double edge blades, so you can experiment with different brands to find what works best for your beard and skin. Popular choices include Feather Hi-Stainless, Personna Platinum, and Wilkinson Sword. Browse our full razor blade collection to find the right match.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Merkur 34C a good first safety razor?
What is the difference between Merkur 34C and Merkur Progress?
Do Merkur razors use standard double edge blades?
Should I choose open comb, closed comb or slant?
Let customers speak for us
This brush (T3) is amazing and fantastic value for money. Well made and made to last. Robust when lathering up with no need to pre soak before use. Highly recommended.
Having just got back into wet shaving, I thought I would try the T3 Trafalgar & Henson AL13++. I've just used both of them and they are fantastic. The T3 is great for lathering and no need to pre soak. The Henson is just something else. If you are new to wet shaving, go for this, I didn’t have any nicks but a really close shave (3 passes). Don’t be put off as it is very lightweight, the blade will do the work and you will learn how much pressure you need to apply after a couple of uses. Using these going forward will be an absolute pleasure. Highly recommended, both of them.
Taylor of Old Bond Street is a wonderful shaving cream and I highly recommend to all.
Simpson Bay Rum shaving cream has got a very delicate but elegant scent, not too overpowering but very pleasant throughout the shave. The cream lathers easily and it's very slick, the razor will glide effortlessly. Post shave is very good, my skin was left soft and elastic even before applying the post shave balm. Definitely recommended!
After several years my old razor stopped aligning the blade correctly. This razor is a much better design, easier to clean, and a very smooth shave.
I have the Muhle R89 standard, however I wanted I wanted to improve on it for two main reasons, a longer handle and having a two rather than three piece head, whilst retaining the R89 head. The R89 'twist' was just what I needed and it most definitely works for.
Highly recommended well done male grooming for rapid dispatch
salter shaving creams never dissapoint, performance is great and aftershave feel fantastic.
the vetiver fragrance is a very dark earthy fragrance if you like vetiver this is for you
cannot fault this cream only wish they did matching splashes or balms
I’ve used these with the Henson AL13 and they seem to work very well! I suspect I may never have to buy any more razor blades for the rest of my life…!
I've used a few regular safety razors before, but I've never had a shave this smooth and clean. I finally tried this bad boy with an open comb, and it has been a total game-changer! Yes, you need a good technique, but the results are absolutely remarkable.
It also has excellent moisturizing effects.
I've moved from badger to boar due to using soaps instead of creams. The boar bristles are stiffer and better suited to soaps. This lathers up well and softens the beard ready to shave.
Excellent product - so pleased someone is still selling it
