Subbu
Get it !!
I returned to double edge razors after a very long stint with cartridge, disposables and electric razors. Never thought the bumps on my face were due to these so called modern razors and ingrown hair. Had read about KCG DE razor being introduced in the US, UK etc. and wished to get one when it popped up on Amazon.ae or any hypermarket in UAE. Got one a couple of weeks back from Amazon but missed the lower price and discounted sale earlier. It was in my "Shopping List" but never had an inkling of the steep price rise that happened or I'd have bought it when price was lower. Anyways could not resist the itch and I bought it at the higher price. that's the only regret I have. The razor comes in a simple cardboard box. I expected a travel case like the Feather or Gillette Heritage. Feather Popular TTO razor that costs only AED 30 comes with a decent plastic case. Feather ASD2 Stainless Steel razor that I have is a different league with a luxury case. Would like to reduce half star for the lack of case but no provision for it on Amazon review system. KCG came with a tuck of KCG blades made in Russia. The handle is made in China as per the writing on the box. Nothing about the head and base plate. Possibly are from Germany as there was a paper inside the head with German text. KCG is laser etched on the head. Nice touch. The razor is a 3 piece type and heavy at 102gm. Handle is 97mm long and 11.5mm diameter. The overall length of razor is 105.5mm . The handle is smooth except has blunt knurls at near the top end of it extending to the middle. The bottom portion is smooth and rounded end. But I did not find it difficult at all to hold nor that slippery while shaving. The length and girth seemed right for me. The heft too is good enough. The chrome finish is bright and shiny. Started liking heavy and long handle razors when I got my first 3 piece Pearl SS01 and KCG topped it with it's heft. Don't feel like going back to lighter razors like my Merkur 34C or Feather Popular.