Thread: New member who needs halp!

Originally Posted by Prahston

For me personally, I have the Merkur 34cHD and I've shaved with the DE-89... The Muhle R-89 is on my Amazon Wishlist still. I have nothing against them, just no personal experience, yet.

I assume with identical heads the R89 will shave identical to the DE89. Only the handle is different.
I chose the R89 because it is German made and when I started I looked mostly at amazon.co.uk reviews.
I love the r89 and how it shaves though I prefer the 2 piece design of the 34HD. I haven't shaved with the 34HD, one of my friends owns one.

Welcome to SRP.
The difference between the EJ89 and Muhle R89 is solely the handle. The Muhle handle is lighter and, IMO, less balanced.
Personally, I'd recommend the Merkur 1904(42). Slightly more aggressive, an ornate, grippy handle, and nicely balanced. And for a relatively low price, is outstanding value, so possibly you could keep the Dovo.