How does the slant guard on the Merkur 37C help with shaving?
How does the slant guard on the Merkur 37C help with shaving?
I've been using the Merkur 37C for a while now, and I'm still trying to figure out how the slant guard actually helps with shaving. I've noticed that it's supposed to be less aggressive than straight guard razors, which makes it more suitable for sensitive skin or novice users, but I'm not entirely sure how it achieves that. Is it because the angled slant guard allows for a more neutral-angle shaving experience, reducing the risk of nicks and weepers? Or is it because the slant design enables the blade to follow the contours of my face more easily, making it more efficient at removing whiskers in difficult areas like the under the jaw line, upper lip, and chin area? I've heard some people say that the slant guard provides a scything motion for the blade-upon-skin action, focusing the cutting energy to less blade real estate, but I'm not entirely sure what that means or how it affects the shave. Can anyone enlighten me on how the slant guard on the Merkur 37C actually works its magic?
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I think the key to the slant guard's effectiveness lies in its ability to distribute the blade's cutting energy more evenly across the skin, making it less aggressive and more comfortable to use. This, in turn, allows for a more neutral-angle shaving experience, reducing the risk of nicks and weepers.
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