Introducing MERKUR: A Master Brand in the Shaving World

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Solingen, a small city located in the south-east part of Düsseldorf in Germany, has been named the “City of Blades” for centuries. The city was known to create high quality blades, knives, and swords to name a few. Solingen continues to be renowned for its manufacturing of sharp items and one brand that has been at the forefront in maintaining the city’s nickname is MERKUR.  MERKUR is a subsidiary of DOVO, a company that manufactures scissors, manicure tools and shaving accessories, and the brand is synonymous with high quality products that are known for their durability. The company’s razor blades, and safety razors, have continuously set high levels of standards and manufacturing in the shaving accessories world during the past decades and it looks as though it is not about to stop any time soon.

Emile Hermes established the company in 1896 and started working on the company’s first wet shaving razor named the “Barthobel”. The wet shaving razor features a safety comb and a replaceable wedge-shaped blade. In the early years of the 1900s, the company started to produce double-edged razors, similar to the ones found today, and the product has become a cost-effective method of replacing the blades once they are not sharp anymore. Not much is known about the founder, Emile, or what drove him to create this amazing brand, but thanks to him, a few of us have been successfully introduced to the wonders of wet-shaving and single-blade shaving.

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The 34C safety razor is MERKUR’s flagship product, and it is world renowned to be the go-to product for beginners. Rugged, compact, and lightweight, the 34C was designed in 1918, making it a product ahead of its time and a long-lasting manufactured accessory. The company also owns several patents on many of their products, namely their famous double-edged razors, which were stamped with the provenance of “Made in Solingen”, as well as the country of origin, “Germany”. Another important patent is that of the adjustable rake of the blade, inside the safety razor, that is found in the MERKUR future safety razor.

As previously mentioned, MERKUR became a subsidiary of its biggest client, DOVO. In 1996, DOVO acquired MERKUR and it has since focused its production on shaving accessories and even manicure products. DOVO has left MERKUR do what it does best, without too much interference, this is why the brand has continuously been producing innovative and high-quality products. The beauty behind MERKUR is the brand’s passion for the shaving world and its manufacturing of eco-friendly products. They have products that safely introduce beginners to the world of clean-cut shaving, whilst also offering innovative products for the people who desire something different, in terms of flexibility, innovation and green products!

Our team at Cuban House of Cigars believes in introducing the fine gentleman/gentlewoman to a variety of experiences that can be found right next door. We also believe that a gentleman/gentlewoman should carry the necessary accessories that facilitate and introduce said experiences to the individual. For this reason, you can find a variety of MERKUR and DOVO products in our shop. The infamous 34C safety razor is offered in its classic chromed colored format, but for the individuals that wish to have more “bling” to their shaving experience, the gold finished 34G is also offered.

For the individuals that just wish to detail their beard, or desire a more accurate shave around their body, MERKUR offers a detailing razor that will satisfy your specific, accurate shaving needs.

If your needs demand for a safety razor that can be adjustable, slightly heavy on the hand, robust, and can standout just as much as the previously mentioned 34G, then the gold finished adjustable Futur safety razor is the weapon of choice! The razor feels heavy on the hand, but this permits the user to let the razor do the work as the weight applies a slight natural pressure on the skin and cuts through the hair with ease. Also, the rake of the blade is adjustable through the rotating handle.

Nevertheless, if one wishes to obtain the best shaving using the best safety razor they can purchase, then the double-edged blades are needed. Our online shop also offers the opportunity to experience the famous yet very sharp Solingen super platinum double edge razor blades from MERKUR. The shop also offers the detailing blades for the detailing safety razor.

Seeing as you have read this far, and you are a person that has interest in the art of shaving, kudos for reaching the end of this article. Perhaps it has peaked your interest or sparked a “what  if ?” in trying a traditional form of shaving, and if not, then you will be happy to read that DOVO sells products that every individual needs in their toiletry. Manufactured with the same level of standards that MERKUR products are made, DOVO offers a nail care set wrapped in a delightful black leather pouch. Ideal for traveling or even to have inside your carry-on, the set is ready to attack any nail necessities on the go! For my shaving connoisseurs, DOVO also has you covered with the razor and nail care set with all of its instruments stored in a dark brown leather pouch. I see shaving as a form of relaxation, perhaps not as laid-back as a spirit in one hand and an 8-9-8 cigar on the other, but you still have to take your time and be gentle, especially once you realize that the blade is just as sharp as a German sword!

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