A Shave with the Very Mild Merkur HD 34C 2-Piece Safety Razor and a Super Sharp Feather Blade

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The title says it all! We're gonna have a shave with the Merkur HD 34C, a very mild razor with a very narrow (IMHO) angle of approach nd a VERY sharp Feather razor blade.
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@j_boogie0123 3 года назад

I use to have the 34C now but now I have the 38C. Its the same razor head but longer and a little heavier handle.

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

I need to give that razor a look.:) Thanks, Jeries:)

@mikeh9701 3 года назад

Hi Mark- Great shave; thank you! I’m glad the 34C and Feather combo worked well for you. It’s a nice juxtaposition that a milder razor can tame a sharper blade, and that a sharper blade can increase the efficiency of a milder shaver! I hope you are well. Be safe and best regards, as always, Mark!

@BartBuzz 3 года назад

Nice efficient shave. Have you used Nacet blades? I find them on par with Astra SPs and even a bit sharper. I used a Nacet in my Henson mild this morning and got a close smooth result. The one thing I like about the Henson is that when I've got a bit of irritation or a couple of blemishes, the mild quality of the Henson gives me a "darn fine shave" with no nicks or irritation. I'll have to try a Feather blade in the Henson to see if it increases the efficiency. Thanks for the tip. I also love Droid Black.

@billdoyle9722 3 года назад

Love Nacet. My favorite. I find it safer than a feather. And more predictable than a feather. But feather blades after first and 2nd use get better and more comfortable.

@bethjones6104 3 года назад

I have the Henson Al13 both in Mild and Medium and I agree with your opinion about the Henson. Regardless of what blade I use, I always get a close and comfortable shave.

@swampfoxer4321 3 года назад

Mark, great shave! I've found that using a super mild razor with a sharp blade gets me the best shaves. I'm able to make more passes and have less irritation overall than when I use more aggressive razors. Also, I find that my second shave with a feather blade is better than the first. Finally, have you ever considered "corking" a blade? That means lightly dragging the edges of a blade through a cork like from a wine bottle. I thought it was bunk until I tried it for the Reddit r/wetshaving Lather Games this year. It definitely resulted in a smoother shave with an Astra Green, which often drags a bit on my beard.

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Hi, SwampFoxer. Yes, I have toyed with corking a blade using a styrofoam cup. Seemed to work fine...We had this discussion on a MMMB a week or so ago. It's worth revisiting for sure. Many wet shaves do claim the second use of a blade is better than the first.:)

@IORIYAGAMI32 3 года назад

😎👍👏👏🇦🇷🇦🇷

@bobleroe3859 3 года назад

I ordered a sampler pack of blades (including Feather) and will try them all with my Merkur 34C, my most reliable razor. Maybe then I'll settle on what blade works best for me. Do you think that's a good idea? The only other razor I own that might work for this experiment is my King C. Gillette.

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Bob, I haven't tried a Feather in my King C. Gillette just yet. That's one I need to do.:) I think your approach is good one, yes.:)

@dinodaniel2237 3 года назад

Hey Mark , nice video. I used the 34C for a couple of years , but found myself chasing the shave with touch ups .. When l started using the Fatip testina gentile which I found to be as mild as the 34C ,did I achieve a great efficient shave using the same blades. All the best looking forward to the next MMMB

@danilobernaschina1842 2 года назад

The fatip gentile is a little more efficient than the 34c, both great razors

@pierremartinez6399 3 года назад

Hi Mark I use from time to time my HD 34C and i agree with all your advices. You know what ? [Droopy mode] , now i I'm waiting for the moment of your "boom lather", enjoyable

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Thanks, Pierre.:) Yes, There was a time or two when missed doing the BOOM Lather! and viewers wanted to know where it was.:) So, yes, I enjoy doing it.:) At times, it just happens naturally, because the soap I'm using lathers up so quickly and easily.:)

@erniefay8644 3 года назад

Excellent video as always. Thanks for the tip…have my 34 and a feather waiting for tomorrow’s shave.

@IvanKaz1 2 года назад

The Merkur 34c and the Feather blade are a great combination. I recently started shaving my head again. I was using a hair trimmer for many years but I went back to shaving because I love the close smooth feel. The problem was the first time I shaved my head I looked like I tried sticking my head into a wood chipper. I let the hair grow a bit so I could heal up but tried shaving again but this time with my tried and true Merkur 34c with a Feather blade. What a huge difference! No nicks or cuts with very little to no irritation. I have a little collection of razors growing, which I love to use, but I feel so comfortable with the Merkur, which incidentaly was the second safety razor I ever bought. I find that I keep going back to my boring old 34c. I love that razor. P.S. Some day I'm going to be found dead holding my phone with your videos playing. Cause of death? Cardiac arrest from me being startled by your "BOOM! Lather" explosion. This is the second time you got me jumping out of my skin. 😆

@stevensmith4752 2 месяца назад

Boom Lather!!! You obviously know what you're doing and know how to get the most out of your soap. Steven

@bethjones6104 3 года назад

Thanks for posting this video, Mark. I've always been curious about the Feather blades. Would you consider them to be sharper than the "Gillette Swedes?" Have a great rest of the week!!!

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Hi, Beth.:) I guess I can express it this way...I don't approach the Swedes with the same trepidation as I do the Feathers. The Swedes are a really good, smooth blade with a nice sharp edge. I'd say the Feathers have a bit more edge, but ultimately, I'd have to do a side by side. Or, I need to pop a Swede into the 34C and have a shave with 2 days of beard growth.

@bethjones6104 3 года назад

@@MarkSzorady thank you, Mark. "Approaching with trepidation" is an very good way of describing the difference between the Gillette Swedes and the Feather. I have been curious about the Feather blades, but always hesitant about using them. Have a great rest of the week, Mark!! Shave On!

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

@@bethjones6104 Thanks, you too.:)

@richp.738 3 года назад

@@bethjones6104 Me too I've cut myself with blades lower on the sharpness scale.

@bethjones6104 3 года назад

@@richp.738 I have too. I use the Henson Al13 in both Mild and Medium, and with the Astra SP and the Personna I have nicked myself

@billgarci 3 года назад

I've been using DE razor since June of 2019 & about 2 weeks ago I picked up a 34C. Love this razor & wish it would of been my first razor. Pair it with a sharp blade & it performs great. I mainly use Nacets but Feather are also very sharp blades. Mild razor + sharp blade is the best combination for these types of razors.

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

B G, many wet shavers would agree with you...yes, mild razor and sharp blade.:)

@Y-2-K 3 года назад

Excellent shave and video Mark Also really enjoyed Monday’s Mail Bag 👍👍👍

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Thanks, John.:) Very nice to hear this.)

@jasonnyc2006 Год назад

@MarkSzorady as usual a high quality wet shaving video.

@jimsefton3098 3 года назад

Good morning Mark-now Thanks to you I think I will be sending a order to PAA😂😂👍

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

HaHa!:) Hi, Jim.:) I think you'll be happy with your PAA purchase.:)

@mikek5631 3 года назад

Great video. I haven't been a sub for long as I just recently discovered your channel after my returning to traditional wet shaving. I had taken some time away from it. I've come to really appreciate your calm and pleasant demeanor. In today's world it's a breath of fresh air. Take care and stay safe. Cheers, from Vancouver Island Canada.

@Guitarman1959 3 года назад

Great shave, Mark! The Merkur 34 is a great razor...no doubt about it, but I've had a few issues that precludes me from using it as my daily razor. YMMV is so true especially for me with regards to the Merkur 34: I can certainly use the 34 daily, but not with a Feather. It's just too problematic for me. I generally nick myself up with with it on the first shave, and 3 passes, for me is really asking for it. It's amazing, I also got a Rockwell 6C, and that did the trick with the multi-plate, perfectly. Between the 34, and plate 3 on the 6C, the 6c is just a little bit milder than the 34. Then, I can, switch over to plate 2 for a 2nd and 3rd pass. Having said that, for myself, I can still use the 34 (G) on a daily basis, but not with a Feather...usually a Gillette Silver Blue. I took me months to find the right combo, and technique...better than going back to the cartridges. Love that Droid...it's #1 on my shopping list. Looking forward to the MMMB!! Have a great day, Mark!

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Walts, thanks for the input on this.:) the Rockwell 6C (I have the 6S) is a remarkable razor.:) That number 3 plate is right in the sweet spot for me, as well.:) I use the #3 for both head shaves and face shaves.:) Droid is an awesome scent. I think anyone who uses it will immediately become a fan.:)

@alexpadillayt Год назад

I hope you're doing well I was wondering can you do a review using this razor versus Gillette King c razer? Head on vs it

@AdamWoody-q4n 19 дней назад

Get videos and content but you never have much hair to shave. Is this because you dont grow much or do you shave multiple times a day?

@AdamWoody-q4n 19 дней назад

I ment great videos not get lol

@stevensmith4752 2 месяца назад

Nacets are my favourite for the Merkur 34c.

@JT-nf9tk 3 года назад

Great shave, Mark! Feather blades are quite efficient to say the least. Glad my tip on using your badger brush worked well for you. Have a super week!

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

J T, it was very helpful.:) Absolutely loving the lathering experience with the brush.:)

@StockMarketsMadeEasy 3 года назад

Enjoy watching you immensely! 😀❤️

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Thanks, KAUSIK BASU.:) Glad to hear you enjoyed the video.:)

@pjwroblewski 3 года назад

I got rid of my 34C a decade ago. It had blade alignment issues.

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Patrick, I'm surprised to hear this.

@pjwroblewski 3 года назад

@@MarkSzorady this is not a secret in this hobby. I have read of many folks with the same problem

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

@@pjwroblewski Again, in all honesty, firt I've heard of this. I best check the Amazon reviews again.

@VikingShaver Год назад

I own two 34C, one 34G and one 43C - and I agree. If you look closely after installing the blade in the razor, I quite often have a slightly skewed blade alignment. We're really talking minor minor misalignment, but it's definitely there on all my 4 34/43 Merkur razors.

@guyburrell6164 2 месяца назад

Exceptional stuff Mark; Really well put together. I've ordered a 34C and some Feather's on the strength of your shave. Kind regards to you and thank you for your effort. Guy

@MarkSzorady 2 месяца назад

Guy, that's gret to hear!:) Please let us know how you ikeit.:) Remember, the shaving angle is a bit narrower than most other razors. You get a fine shave, but your technique has to be tighter to hit that proper angle. When you do, it's a wonderful shave! This is the razor I tell new wet shavers about, especially if they want to really hone their technique.

@guyburrell6164 2 месяца назад

Morning Mark. I finally received my 34C with the feather blades. I had about 3 days growth to try it out on and I must say, it was the best shave I've ever had. Plenty of Proraso pre shave cream followed by a lather of Taylor Of Old Bond Street Sandlewood and just took my time....absolutely fantastic and I can't recommend it highly enough to others. In my opinion, it's the only DE razor you need. I'm super pleased to say the least. ❤ from England. Guy

@anthonylowder6687 3 года назад

In all the shaves you have done using different razors and blades including the Feather blade what is the worst experience you have ever had?

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Anthony, my worst shavings experiences have come from doing head shaves where I've pushed the envelope a bit too much and nicked myself pretty good. And there's plenty of evidence on my channel of this.:) So, yeah, again, I'd say that the worst shaving experiences are any of those head shave where I've had a mishap nick or cut due to using too aggressive a razor (or dialing up an adjustable to too high a level or aggression). I prefer mild razors and milder shaves, especially for head shaves. I have yet to use a Feather for a head shave (If I recall correctly). But may do so in the 34C or similar mild razor.:)

@Dutch-w3i 3 месяца назад

Feather are a great choice with this

@razormichl2004 3 года назад

nice shave Mark !! i like the 34c a lot

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

RM, it's a favorite among wet shavers for sure.:)

@PanchoKnivesForever 3 года назад

Haha. Hi Mark! Your videos make me laugh out loud with some of the things you say. What a personality! Question. What do you mean by ‘socially acceptable’? Looks to me like if you suddenly had to leave after that first pass you would be fine, ¿no?

@EcstaticTemporality 3 месяца назад

Love those paired together

@kjvav8755 3 года назад

My daily shave yesterday Merkur 34c with Feather blade, Arko soap, Dickerson Witch-hazel, and Aqua Velva Musk

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

KJV Av, what was your result and how many passes?

@kjvav8755 3 года назад

Three passes without really trying to pick up any stragglers. Something broke my neck out last shave so took it light but honestly felt like my normal personna blue which is my normal every shave blade. Three days growth and bbs in places where I could get them very comfortable. Also was the first attempt with a feather in about a year and a half mostly do to burning up my chin with the 34c. I honestly started looking for some feather blades to keep on hand. It definitely opened my eyes to the comfort now that I have the experience

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

@@kjvav8755 Three days growth and three passes. Sounds like it was a very good shave. Nice!:) It rather confirms my hunch that a third pass for me would've given me a BBS for sure. As it was, two passes gave me an upper DFS shave, right on the cusp of BBS.:) Great to hear that your experience appears to mirror mine.:)

@massimoalicata1965 3 года назад

Ciao Mark,il Merkur 34C è un ottimo rasoio! Il sapone Droid di Phoenix è già nella mia lista desideri.Ottima rasatura Mark!👍♥️

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Masimo, I hope you enjoy Droid Black as much as I do.:)

@bryanread4076 3 года назад

Great shave Mark I use feather blades in my meta- 4 razor from PAA best shave ever

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Agree, Bryan. A great combo. In case you missed it, here's the video of that: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-J1Wv1mCg6R0.html

@taylormuse-22 9 месяцев назад

I use my 34C with Astra SP blades. It’s the perfect combo for me and I get a BBS shave every time.

@HanginAZ 3 года назад

That is my favorite combo of razor and blade.

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Hangin AZ, Thanks so much. I'm very happy to hear you enjoyed the video and this razor and blade combination.:)

@StockMarketsMadeEasy 3 года назад

Good to know that the likes of you still use these tools!

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Thank you.:)

@spicynoodle7419 Год назад

It's amazing how excited us men can get over making foam on our faces as well as the way a sharp blade slices through thick hair

@stephaneaudet 2 года назад

Hi sir - i would like to know if is better to rincing your blade with hot or warm water?

@tugboat8475 2 года назад

Nice review. I just ordered this shaver, plus a heap of accessories somehow I got sucked into. Anyway the online company I went with chucked in a heap of 5x sample packs of blades from Feather, Astra, Merkur, Wilkinson, Derby & Parker blades. The Feather ones you have are in the pack. Is there a big difference between makes and brands? Also how many shaves per blade should I expect? Thanks

@MarkSzorady 2 года назад

Tugboat, I've found the 34C is a very mild razor. This is why I popped in a Feather. It is one of the sharpest blades on the market. The 34C tames it for me. So, yes, you'll find there are differences among blades. As they say, YMMV. Regarding number of shaves, it varies form wet shaver to wet shaver. My rule of thumb has been 2 to 3 shaves and I pop in a new blade. Some wet shavers claim they can get 5, 6, or 7 shaves. Some wet shavers claim even more although I have no way to verify. Again, YMMV.

@danilobernaschina1842 2 года назад

2 passes and somewhat more and daily perfect shave🔝

@richp.738 3 года назад

Currently experiencing a renaissance with the 34C. It was my first razor but I couldn't make it work the way I wanted when I was a beginner. Glad I revisited. Love this hobby. Hope PAA starts putting that restrictor on all it's aftershaves now, for Pete's sake.

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Rich, I had to revisit the34C myself when I first got it.:) I'm not sure, but I assume the new restrictor will eventually find it's way to all the PAA after shave bottles.

@timwittkopp8031 3 года назад

Mark one of these days in going to get a 34c.

@KROHN85 3 года назад

I use a feather blade in my Gillette tech end ball razor yesterday that was a nice shave:) I am gonna use same blade in my super speed blue tip next time.

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Magnus, that shuld work nicely. is the Tech post WWII? those, as I understand it, are milder.

@KROHN85 3 года назад

This tech razor is made in England so it is very mild, but i got very good shave with feather blade in it.

@robbruno6713 3 года назад

34c such great razor....

@desperatedan3985 3 года назад

I feel the first shave with a feather blade is daunting, after that the best blade in town👌 Cheers🍻

@MarkSzorady 3 года назад

Thanks, DesperateDan.:) "Daunting" is a very good word.:) I need to remember that nest time I talk aobut the Feather.:)

@tommyharris5817 2 года назад

I dumped all my 12 DE razors after going back to Carts (mach3 and Hydro3) with my newfound technique which I learned from using DE razors for 5+ years. I find that carts give me a better shave compared to all the DE razors I owned, and I owned almost every high-end DE razor you can buy. For a closer, more comfortable, and quicker shave a cartridge razor is the way to go.

@MarkSzorady 2 года назад

Tommy, if it works for you, how can I argue? It sounds like you've lightened up on the touch when using a cart. Am I correct?

@tommyharris5817 2 года назад

@@MarkSzorady Yes. The most important things I learned from DE shaving were knowing the direction of your beard growth and using lighter, more focused, strokes.

@MarkSzorady 2 года назад

@@tommyharris5817 Interesting. Thanks.

@Zack-xz1ph Год назад

DE gives me the same results at cartridge. Did you try all the best blades?

@tommyharris5817 Год назад

@@Zack-xz1ph Yes

@XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX981 3 года назад

Hey Mark! Simon here. Could you video using the E.J Kelvin/Feather sometime? Would be interested to see how the Kelvin performs with the Feather, the Kelvin being lighter than the Merkur 34C, but almost identical in size. I think I like short handles. The Kelvin is my razor (new DE shaver) and the idea of using a Feather at the moment scares me. Great vid as always!

@Smelly_nuts247 3 года назад

I started my wet shaving journey with the modern 34C. Then after trying many razors at different styles, brands, and price points, I finally settled on a 1958 Gillette Super Speed. My journey brought me full circle. Just in reverse. Either way, I found the perfect razor for me!