The 43C is one of the heaviest razors produced by Merkur Solingen. Its handle has a beautiful bulb shape in brushed stainless steel; an elegant design that makes a big statement. The weight of this razor coupled with Merkur's standard shaving head provide a slightly aggressive shave, no extra pressure needed. The end cap on the thick handle, a perfect complement to the razor's tasteful design, is engraved with the Merkur seal and turns to release the head. The razor will accept all standard double edged blades such as Derby, Merkur and Feather. Many of our customers have had a positive experience when adding a razor blade sampler to their first double-edge razor purchase, as this lets them determine their favorite brand before committing to buying a large quantity of blades.