✓ Three-piece Safety Razor
✓ Straight Cut
✓ Closed Comb
✓ Short Handle Design
✓ Bright Chrome Finish
✓ Vintage-inspired Handle Design
The Merkur 42C 1904 is a lightweight classic double edge safety razor inspired by Merkur’s early 20th century razor designs. Made in Solingen, Germany, the 42C combines traditional wet shaving performance with a distinctive vintage-style handle pattern modeled after classic safety razors from the early barbering era.
Its compact short handle provides excellent maneuverability and control, while the lightweight balanced design makes the razor especially approachable for beginners learning traditional wet shaving techniques. The closed comb safety bar helps users naturally find the proper shaving angle while still delivering the smooth, close shave experienced wet shavers expect from Merkur razors.
The carefully balanced blade gap allows comfortable shaving performance for both facial shaving and body shaving applications while promoting strong lather flow and helping reduce clogging during shaving.
The three-piece construction allows for simple blade loading and easy cleaning, while the bright chrome-plated finish gives the razor a timeless traditional barbershop appearance.
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Finish: Die-cast zinc handle and razor head, galvanized bright chrome-plated finish.
Product Measurements: 3.1” x 1.7” x 1.0” (80 x 43 x 25 mm)
Weight: 2.4 oz (67 g)
Made in: Solingen, Germany
