Whats the difference between this and the 23C/180? I am looking for a long razor but the 23 is half the money. Why?!
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In all fairness I haven't seen the Model 23. I can tell you that the 38HD if you take care of it properly, it should be a lifetime purchase. It is solid brass and is very well built. I bought it because I am in the big and tall category and I wanted a razor that would fit my hands. This one works.
1737634
The 38 HD has a solid brass core. This makes the razor heavier, which some people prefer as it does a better job at using its own weight to apply the necessary pressure on the skin.
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The 38 is almost twice as heavy. On something this small, that kind of weight just feels different when you shave. The weight of the razor helps it shave with less effort and fewer nicks. Get the 38c HD. You'll be happy you did.
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I am a war baby. and I don`t remember that one. the reason I change was the high price of the new razor. I am getting 5 or 6 shaves out of 1 blade by flipping it over.Also the blade is way easier to clean when shaving. Charlie
2009177
This razor is very nice for fit and finish quality. I actually ordered it as my first de razor, but found it a bit too short with the handle length the whole razor barely covered the palm of my hand. I actually ordered and use to this day the Merkur HD I liked the barber pole handle length and weight. I prefer the closed comb and recommend you check into the differences in closed and open comb before ordering a razor.
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Sorry - Just a little late here, but since I doubt you've grown back your hair (neither have I), then you are still looking for the elusive shaver to master 3x as many tough spots as the average bro. I love the Panasonic Vortex on my face, neck, and head. I have used rotary shavers, and most recently had been a loyal Braun consumer. So I have experience with all kinds. I got 5 years out of my first Braun, but since the last one barely made 2 years (not very long IMHO for a $150 shaver) I decided to look around. LOVE the Panasonic. I like it 2x as much as the Braun. I get nearly as close a shave from it as I do with a Gilette Fusion. Sorry - Just a little late here, but since I doubt you've grown back your hair (neither have I), then you are still looking for the elusive shaver to master 3x as many tough spots as the average bro. I love the Panasonic Vortex on my face, neck, and head. I have used rotary shavers, and most recently had been a loyal Braun consumer. So I have experience with all kinds. I got 5 years out of my first Braun, but since the last one barely made 2 years (not very long IMHO for a $150 shaver) I decided to look around. LOVE the Panasonic. I like it 2x as much as the Braun. I get nearly as close a... » Read More Sorry - Just a little late here, but since I doubt you've grown back your hair (neither have I), then you are still looking for the elusive shaver to master 3x as many tough spots as the average bro. I love the Panasonic Vortex on my face, neck, and head. I have used rotary shavers, and most recently had been a loyal Braun consumer. So I have experience with all kinds. I got 5 years out of my first Braun, but since the last one barely made 2 years (not very long IMHO for a $150 shaver) I decided to look around. LOVE the Panasonic. I like it 2x as much as the Braun. I get nearly as close a shave from it as I do with a Gilette Fusion. « Show Less
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I like the 8250XL. Shaves great, rinses clean easily, and lets you shave with the cord if battery runs down during a shave. I have the newer wet/dry fancy-shmancy razor, but it shaves no better and is a bit awkward to use in my view. The 8250XL is a good buy. I've used Norelco razors for decades!
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Blue is platinum coated and costs slightly more. I don't know how much of a "real" difference it makes. If one were to believe all the ads over the years about newest razors having the closest shave you ever had, one could hold the razor a foot away from the face and it'd still give a shave.
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No, I have both razors and it is a totally different mechanism on each one and they are not interchangeable.Sorry,
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Buy the Edwin Jagger razor... it is an EXCELLENT razor! The dimensions for the brush? Standard. However, I can tell you that in my opinion the best value is found on shaveabuck.com I can't recall the brand name but it is a full sized boar/badger mix. Most of these razors and brushes will fit a standard holder... save your money for feather brand blades.
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Yes it is the Merkur HD 34C. Amazon had the best price and it is my go to razor when I need a quick shave. It is very forgiving. When I have the time, I use one of my vintage razors.
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I have no idea, but I got the 100 Super Chrome for about $11.00 and have been using them for the past 4 months or so. They seem to be very good blades, but to be honest I have only experience with the 2 Feather blades that came with my razor and these. At $.11 or so each they seem to be a great deal. I get 2-3 shaves from each one.
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It seems many like Shark, but at least for my DE razor they are my least favorite. Lord is a brand I like a lot better and it comes in half blades also. I normally shave with Feather, but my other favorites, not sure if they com in halves, are Gillette Goal. My point is just that if you haven't tried Lord, I think you should, then come tell me what you think. :) Maybe this is different for a single edge razor though.
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Can't really compare this one to older "similar" models, as this uses a lithium ion battery versus the NiCd or NiMh of previous ones. This battery will hold its charge longer (and last longer per charge) during its lifetime, but will have a shorter lifetime than those 10-15 year lasting razors.
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To be honest, I can't necessarily say that it's better or not. The Remington appears more diverse with the multitude of lengths it can trim, the TRYM is good enough. Can you really tell the difference between a 1.5 & 2mm shave, or a 5 and a 6? I can't, the difference in shave lengths is negligible at best. The TRYM is aesthetically pleasing and feels good in hand. The charge base feels cheap and seems low quality but it works fine. The main drawback is that there is no storage for the attachments. Overall it's a very good piece of equipment for the price. And while numerous customers including myself have had issues with the TRYM working properly, their customer service is second to none and will gladly rectify any gripe, no questions asked. Hope this helps.
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I believe that 799cc has an extra setting for a sensitivity of a shave. It has 3 different modes you can select while shaving, whereas 797cc doesn't.Other than that, it is the same shaver. Although again, I just think that's the difference between them both.
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Wow...tough question. i am scott, account in my wife's name. was able to get this at a great price as the three d versions are everywhere and i wanted the cleaning base. go to the Phillips site and you can view all the models. Costco has a great price on a 3d model with no cleaner also. My face is more round than angular and i also read the 2d is better for my kind of face. Plus i can always replace the razor head with a 3d after a year. I was a wet shaver and used an old school saftey razor. That said, i couldnt be happier. sorry for the delayed response. scott
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I've ordered 2 similar razors from Amazon, so I'm not 100 % sure which one I'm answering about! But if you prefer a long-handled razor, I can wholeheartedly recommend the Misaki. It's very well made and def. has a long handle. Still balances very well, and workmanship is outstanding. Usually goes for around 15 bucks.
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I am not a 100% sure about the numbers being there for QC but the general consensus seems to be so. About changing the blade sides; That is a beginner OCD myth that I fell to myself when I began DE shaving. See, you really do use all the blade sides anyway and with continued practice, you will know when it's time for a new blade and blade usage varies from person to person and technique to technique. In my blade rotation, the last Astra I used lasted me about 10 days, good to the last drag... whereas, for me, a Voskhod is only good for 3 shaves.