Gentlemen,
I opt for comfort over perfect in both straight and double edge razors. Through the years, I have tried scores of double edge razors, everything from a seven-day set of beautiful Joris to Muhle R41. I take each razor for what it is and give it its due respect; therefore, the following list comprises my preferred razors in no particular order:
Feather AS D2 — with Feather, Super Iridium and Personna Medical Prep blades.
EJ DE89/Muhle R89 — with Gillette Yellows, Perma Sharp Super and Polsiver Iridium blades.
Weber — with Personna IP Red blades.
Merkur Progress — with Personna IP Red blades.
Gillette Aristocrat — with Feather, Super Iridium and Personna Medical Prep blades.