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Merkur 49C Ebony Wood Handle Safety Razor Made in Germany

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$30.49 $49.99 In stock

Category: Safety Razor

Product Overview

The Merkur 49C Ebony Wood Handle Safety Razor is a rare fusion of form and function. As Merkur’s first razor to feature a genuine ebony wood handle, this piece stands out in both design and performance. With its polished chrome head, oil-finished natural wood, and exceptional balance, the 49C is engineered for wet shavers who demand elegance and precision.

Its three-piece design allows for easy cleaning and blade replacement, while the generous blade gap ensures smooth rinsing and efficient lather flow. Designed and manufactured in Solingen, Germany — a name synonymous with blade mastery — the Merkur 49C delivers a consistently smooth, irritation-free shave with an elevated look and feel.

Key Features

  • Three-piece razor for optimal blade alignment and cleaning
  • Straight foam edge for daily shaving control
  • Ebony wood handle with a rich oil finish for a luxurious grip
  • Bright chrome-plated head for consistent performance
  • Generous blade gap for better soap flow and cleaning ease
  • Made in Solingen, Germany — renowned for blade craftsmanship

Product Details

  • Razor Type: Three-piece, closed comb
  • Edge Type: Straight cut
  • Handle Material: Ebony wood (oil-finished)
  • Head Material: Chrome-plated zinc alloy
  • Blade Included: No (compatible with standard DE blades)

Technical Specifications

  • Handle Length: 106 mm
  • Weight: 62 g (76 g with packaging)
  • Packaging: Folding box (132 mm x 52 mm x 27 mm)
  • Manufactured in: Solingen, Germany
  • Blade Compatibility: Standard double edge razor blades

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Customer Reviews (5.0 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Joshua U. ★★★★★

The ebony wood handle feels surprisingly warm and smooth in the hand, not slippery like the metal ones I had before. The weight is balanced perfectly during a shave, making each pass feel precise. I am thrilled with how smooth and irritation-free my skin is after a few uses.

David ★★★★★

I was a bit nervous about the weight at first, but the balance with the ebony handle makes it feel really secure in my hand. The knurling is perfect—not too aggressive, but gives enough grip even with wet fingers.

Isabella ★★★★★

The ebony wood handle is what sold me—it’s warm in the hand and adds a classy weight that plastic razors just don’t have. The shave itself is smooth and forgiving, even on my second pass, and it feels like it’ll last decades.