I broke my EJ86 again last night. I swear I did not over-tighten it! I like it snug because I have had nasty results on my face when one comes loose. The last time Edwin Jager sent me a new top section and I was happy. It is the cheap pot metal screw that is breaking. I will not buy another one or even send off for a replacement. Maybe a Tech if I can find one or spring for a Feather SS.
Are the Merkurs the same soft metal?
OK, I got it off my chest and I feel better now.
Well, crap.
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Well, crap.
Never attribute to malice that which can be adequately explained by stupidity, but don't rule out malice.
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Dittos the Slim, you can dial it in to Tech mild or whatever else you may want. It'll last a lifetime and it's inexpensive.
Brian
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Maker of Kramperts Finest Bay Rum and Frostbite
Or find it here: Italian Barber, West Coast Shaving, Barclay Crocker, The Old Town Shaving Company at Stats, Maggard Razors; Leavitt & Peirce, Harvard Square
You could go with a Lord head. Their current Merkur-style heads are very nice. Yes, the are made of the same pot metal that your EJ was made of, but the price is right. The finish isn't stellar, but the shaves balance that out.
These heads come on the L6, LP1822 and Smart models.
Heck, you could even buy two and not be out much coin.
These heads come on the L6, LP1822 and Smart models.
Heck, you could even buy two and not be out much coin.
Re: Well, crap.
I don't think so and I have not heard of to many failures with the Merkurs. But as we all know s&*t happens.Reverend Jim wrote:
Are the Merkurs the same soft metal?
Good shaving,
Gary
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