I take a second look at the Merkur HD 34C. It’s a nice razor that offers a mild shave provided you use strict wet shaving technique. I found the cutting/shaving angle to be bit more narrow than most razors. YMMV. Still, it’s a nice razor to have in your rotation.

Full disclosure: The Vikings Blade Chieftain is still my very favorite DE safety razor!:) http://amzn.to/2khl0V4

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Other Traditional Wet Shaving item to consider:

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VIKINGS BLADE The Godfather Safety Razor : http://amzn.to/2ksTgNR

Edwin Jagger DE89Lbl Lined Detail Chrome Plated Double Edge Safety Razor: http://amzn.to/2lxBI31

Perfecto Badger Shaving Brush: http://amzn.to/2kNX48z

Van Der Hagen Boar Shaving Brush as part of the Men’s Luxury Shave Set: http://amzn.to/2jx90u4 (comes with Brush, Mug, Soap and stand)

The Art of Shaving Pure Badger Brush: http://amzn.to/2kM9dik

VIKINGS BLADE Luxury Badger Brush – Dark Stallion: http://amzn.to/2kO6e53

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Proraso Shaving Soap in a Bowl: http://amzn.to/2sB5rbJ
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The Art of Shaving TAOS Soap with Bowl, Sandalwood: http://amzn.to/2uWp6Uo

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