Open Comb or Slant?

I have a Merkur Slant Blade (No model I.D.) It is a big disappointment.
My Parker 91R regular straight head is far superior.

My old GEM Micromatic Open Comb ($10 on eBay) consistently gives me a better shave than any of my other razors with the exception of a properly honed Rolls Razor.

I used my Micromatic Bullet tip yesterday and my face is still almost bbs. I can easily skip a day of shaving when I use it or the MMOC. The single edge razors just seem to shave smoother with fewer passes, which equals less irritation.

Clayton

Hi Clayton, look forward to your thoughts. Although I don't have specific confirmation, it is my understanding that the Rake uses the same Parker head. It delivers a nice, efficient shave IMHO and I enjoy using it.

Hope that you enjoy chevyguy!

Hi Kevin, I'm really looking forward to trying the Pearl OC head on my MR-22 handle. Hopefully it will shave closer than the Maggards OC head. And with the comb teeth curved downward more, and edges smoothed the shave should be more comfortable.

Clayton

IMO a slant is not necessary. You can achieve the same results by angling your razor head. YMMV, etc. I know a lot of shavers swear by them, this is just my view. I say go with the Open Comb.

I tend to agree primotenore. Long ago I watched a video from Mark that showcased the technique and I have done it every since out of habit.

I think you can get the same result with a conventional razor although the slants are pretty fun to use. If I had to choose one or the other, I would definitely go with an OC.

That's my understanding too Jeff.

Hi Clayton, look forward to your thoughts. Although I don't have specific confirmation, it is my understanding that the Rake uses the same Parker head. It delivers a nice, efficient shave IMHO and I enjoy using it.

Hope that you enjoy chevyguy!

Hi Kevin, I'm really looking forward to trying the Pearl OC head on my MR-22 handle. Hopefully it will shave closer than the Maggards OC head. And with the comb teeth curved downward more, and edges smoothed the shave should be more comfortable.

Clayton

I have the older Maggards OC head and although I think it a good value, I do think it very mild and not keen on the design.

The Parker style head seems both a lot more comfortable and efficient for my beard.

Enjoy in great health Clayton!

Thank's Kevin, I think I have the older Maggard head also, it's pretty mild. I'll keep you updated on the Pearl OC head and how it shaves once I get to use it.

Clayton

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I have the Merkur 37G, a German no-name, and a Hoffritz travel, slants all. I get great shaves from each of them and enjoy using them. However, if I had to choose either slant or open comb (I have several) but not both then I think I'd lean towards open comb. I'm just glad I don't have to choose.

I have the Merkur 37G, a German no-name, and a Hoffritz travel, slants all.  I get great shaves from each of them and enjoy using them.  However, if I had to choose either slant or open comb (I have several) but not both then I think I'd lean towards open comb.  I'm just glad I don't have to choose.

Why choose, Freddy? Buy the ATT S2 and have an OC slant!

I have the Merkur 37G, a German no-name, and a Hoffritz travel, slants all.  I get great shaves from each of them and enjoy using them.  However, if I had to choose either slant or open comb (I have several) but not both then I think I'd lean towards open comb.  I'm just glad I don't have to choose.

Why choose, Freddy? Buy the ATT S2 and have an OC slant!

I like what I have... not that I won't be adding more to the collection somewhere down the line.

I have the Merkur 37G, a German no-name, and a Hoffritz travel, slants all.  I get great shaves from each of them and enjoy using them.  However, if I had to choose either slant or open comb (I have several) but not both then I think I'd lean towards open comb.  I'm just glad I don't have to choose.

Why choose, Freddy? Buy the ATT S2 and have an OC slant!

I like what I have... not that I won't be adding more to the collection somewhere down the line.

And just to think I was recently asked why I have so many Razors and brushes by a lady friend of mine. However she appreciates the fact that I keep her supplied with Sensor carts, and Cremo. I would like to get a Murker Slant to replace the one I sold 4 years ago.

Clayton

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Oop's I spelled Merkur wrong in my previous post. I need coffee.

Clayton

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