Merkur 23C Long-Handle Safety Razor
- Long-handled classic — a 5.2-inch (132 mm) knurled grip for extra reach and control
- Closed comb + straight bar: mild, forgiving, beginner-friendly
- Precision-made in Solingen, Germany — Merkur since 1896
- Three-piece build, chrome-plated brass handle — takes any standard DE blade
- Plastic-free: one recyclable steel blade, pennies per shave
Delivery time:
Available (3 to 7 working days)
Specifications
| Material | Brass handle, zinc head — bright chrome |
|---|---|
| Weight | 79 g |
| Dimensions | 132 × 52 × 27 mm |
| Razor type | Double Edge |
| Blade / cut | Straight Cut |
| Construction | Three-Piece |
| Handle | Knurled |
| Origin | Made in Germany |
Frequently asked questions
Is the 23C a good razor for beginners?Yes — it’s one of the mildest, most forgiving razors Merkur makes. The closed comb and long, controllable handle make it easy to learn on.
How is the 23C different from the 34C?The 23C has a longer, slimmer handle (about 5.2 inches / 132 mm) for extra reach and a lighter, nimbler feel. The 34C is shorter with a heavier head that shaves close under its own weight. Shavers with larger hands often prefer the 23C.
What blades does it take?Any standard double-edge blade. Merkur’s own Super Platinum blades are an excellent match.
Is it really plastic-free?Completely. It’s solid metal, and the only thing you ever replace is a single recyclable steel blade.
SKU: MK-23001
A long handle, built for control
The 23C is Merkur’s long-handled classic — a full 5.2 inches (132 mm) of knurled, chrome-plated grip. The extra reach gives you leverage and a sure hold, whether you have larger hands or you’re finding your rhythm on your very first shave.
Closed comb, forgiving by nature
A closed comb and straight safety bar make the 23C one of the mildest razors Merkur builds — efficient enough for a daily shave, gentle enough that beginners reach for it first. An all-rounder that simply gets out of your way.
Three pieces. Any blade. No waste.
Unscrew the handle and it comes apart in your hand — cap, baseplate, handle. Drop in any standard double-edge blade, twist it shut, and shave. No cartridges, no proprietary refills — just pennies per blade.
Your first double-edge shave
New to double-edge shaving? It’s simpler than it looks — five steps to a close, comfortable shave.
- Prep in warmthShave right after a warm shower and work up a rich lather. Soft, hydrated skin is half the battle.
- Load a bladeUnscrew the handle, seat a fresh double-edge blade, and twist it shut. Any standard DE blade fits.
- Find the angleRest the head flat against your cheek, then tilt down to about 30°. That’s the sweet spot.
- Let it glideNo pressure — the weight of the razor does the cutting. Short, light strokes, with the grain first.
- Rinse & storeRinse the razor, dry it off, and keep it somewhere dry. Treated well, it lasts a lifetime.
