Results 1 to 9 of 9
  1. #1
    Junior Member
    Join Date
    Dec 2013
    Location
    Southwest, Va.
    Posts
    22
    Thanked: 0

    Default Edwin Jagger 89 Handle Is To Short

    While I think this is one fine razor, I wish the handle was a little bit longer. Any suggestions?

  2. #2
    Senior Member blabbermouth
    Join Date
    Jan 2011
    Location
    Roseville,Kali
    Posts
    10,432
    Thanked: 2027

    Default

    What is the handle made out of? got a pic?
    CAUTION
    Dangerous within 1 Mile

  3. #3
    I love Burls....... and Acrylic HARRYWALLY's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2012
    Location
    Baden, Ontario
    Posts
    5,475
    Thanked: 2284

    Default

    Turning a custom handle out of wood, aluminum, brass, or whatever material is an option. Then, tapping the appropriate thread in the end is all that would need to happen. Maybe an add in the classifieds would seek out someone to do the job.
    Burls, Girls, and all things that Swirl....

  4. #4
    Member kinc's Avatar
    Join Date
    Jul 2013
    Location
    Italy
    Posts
    56
    Thanked: 6

    Default

    1) Edwin Jagger makes razors with more sophisticated handles: EJ "Chatsworth" and EJ "Bulbous", that have the same head as the DE89...I think, but don't quote me on that.
    They are 4.4 and 4.5 inches in overall lenght...(DE89 is 3.7 inches) but they are a bit expensive.

    2) The Muhle R89 GRANDE razor has the same head (again, not 100% sure)...with a 4.2" total length.

    3) There is a man in Spain that makes custom handles which should fit the EJ head and are 100mm in length (3.9 inches). UFO Razor Handles

    ...

    +1 on what HARRYWALLY said.

  5. The Following User Says Thank You to kinc For This Useful Post:

    blueheeler (12-28-2013)

  6. #5
    Snicker Snack
    Join Date
    Jun 2009
    Location
    Boston, MA
    Posts
    311
    Thanked: 67

    Default

    There are many avenues open to you if you like the razor head, but just want a longer handle.

    Most are going to be mildly expensive. I've seen handles sell for $30 and above, but some are very expensive (UFO handles, for example). I've used Elite Razors for aftermarket DE handles, and his prices are reasonable, as long as you're not getting a true custom.

    One thing: try and figure out if length is the only thing that you are looking for. If you want a heavier handle, that's also something you can get addressed. Messing with the balance of the razor by using a different handle can also be detrimental, sometimes.

  7. #6
    Junior Member
    Join Date
    Dec 2013
    Location
    Southwest, Va.
    Posts
    22
    Thanked: 0

    Default

    Wonder if I would like the long handle Mekur 38C better?

  8. #7
    Snicker Snack
    Join Date
    Jun 2009
    Location
    Boston, MA
    Posts
    311
    Thanked: 67

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by blueheeler View Post
    Wonder if I would like the long handle Mekur 38C better?
    Only one way to find out.

  9. #8
    Senior Member rmagnus's Avatar
    Join Date
    Sep 2013
    Location
    SoCal
    Posts
    248
    Thanked: 48

    Default

    Give it time you'll get use to it.

  10. The Following User Says Thank You to rmagnus For This Useful Post:

    blueheeler (12-29-2013)

  11. #9
    (John Ayers in SRP Facebook Group) CaliforniaCajun's Avatar
    Join Date
    May 2010
    Location
    Lafayette, LA
    Posts
    1,542
    Thanked: 270

    Default

    Quote Originally Posted by blueheeler View Post
    Wonder if I would like the long handle Mekur 38C better?
    The handle on a 38C is 4" long. Someone posted that the DE89 is 3.7" long.

    I would say that 3/10" isn't going to satisfy your need for a longer handle. Also, I believe the 38C is more aggressive than the DE89 so you might not like that aspect of it.

    Undoubtedly, you are used to the long handle of some of the cartridge razors. I'm happily close to 4 years removed from those things, but as I remember they not only have a long handle but they have a rubber grip. Jaggers are pretty and shiny, but the traction isn't good. It bothers some people, but for others it isn't a problem. I wonder if your real problem is the grip and not the length of handle. Why don't you try wearing a rubber or latex glove, or wrapping one of those rubber pads people use to open hard to open jars around the razor to see if traction is the problem? If length is still a problem and you like the DE89 shaves, then invest in a custom handle.

    Straight razor shaver and loving it!
    40-year survivor of electric and multiblade razors

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •