Shaving Razor. I don't have much funds to try different adjustables, so need to decide on 1 that will make it all :), New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, More posts from the wicked_edge community. Need to contact the B&B Team? You can buy the Merkur Progress on Amazon. Progress has a sound of her own but Futur's sound is much better. More ideas for you. What would be your recommendation? 97 followers. Let me know when that time comes so I can point you in the right direction. I highly recommend picking up a sight unseen from Whippeddog.com. Regarding adjustability, I found the Variant to FEEL more precise when adjusting. The standard model M500 feels short for my hand. If you really like it than I would recommend that you upgrade your Progress to a Mergress. There is a member from www.badgerandblade.com who specializes in upgrading Progress razors to Mergress razors. I have several DE and its my favorite (including a fatboy and such). 8. The Futur is about 3/8" longer than the Mergress XL, which has the longer TTO knob added post-production. YMMV of course. You would be no longer able to adjust the razor during use, without loosening the doors' screw first. Merkur Futur vs Progress: Size and Weight Some people find the Merkur Futur a little bulky. Progress is more agressive at setting 3 5. Wetshaving is how barbers used to get the ultrasmooth shave of legends. Futur still dwarfs progress model M510 which has the longer handle and weighs more. Details about Merkur Mergress ( Merkur Progress with Stainless Steel Adjustment Knob) See original listing. If you’re completely new to using a safety razor, then I’d advise that you check this model out. JavaScript is disabled. The secret isn't more blades and more canned goo but a single wicked edge. PS: the Parker Variant also works exactly the same way as the Progress, if there ever was an 'alignment issue' (and there isn't), the Variant didn't fix it. If you have other questions, especially about straights ask away I love this hobby! People also love these ideas. My current setup: Muhle R89L and Bakelite Slant. Press J to jump to the feed. Shaving is 50+ days of a woman's life and 85+ for a man's. Merkur Progress M510 (the long-handled model) has almost perfect dimensions for me. The razor will be blemished but shave well and let you see if it is something you are interested in getting more involved in. Merkur Progress love. Benefits. I made a DIY mod of my Progress by dipping the handle and knob in black Plasti-Dip (as used to coat tool handles). By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. See my entry w/ photos posted in Badger & Blade, DE Razors Forum on 20141003 entitled “Merkur Progress: BB Imitation”. You must log in or register to reply here. ... the Mergress has replaced that part with its own metal construction. Merkur of Solingen, in Germany, currently make three different adjustable razors, the Progress, the Futur and the Vision. As for the SR, do it. As I am getting more disappointed in my quest for a nice Fatboy razor, I now consider buying a "modern" adjustable. 3. Posted by u/[deleted] 4 years ago. Cookies help us deliver our Services. Clean Face. Progress M510 weighs 3.63 oz / 103 g . You can buy a brand new merkur progress … 158 posts Page 5 of 8. I simply prefer the Variant. YMMV, of course. The head would become bigger and less capable to shave in tight spaces. So for me, the Progress is a no-brainer. The high quality of this MERKUR Progress Adjustable 2-Piece Double Edge Safety Razor, long handle (510 model number) was immediately apparent with first shave. Merkur Progress vs Mergress XL. 2. I ended up preferring the Futur and selling off the XL now as it is out of stock at Lee's. The adjustment handle turns around 2 and a half times before the top cap thread loosens, so you can actually shave at would be would setting 10. The better way is wetshaving, come and see what "they" didn't want you to know. I also consider buying SR kit, but not sure whether I am ready and should go to SR territory before trying an Adjustable razor. Just received a Progress off of that big auction site. Merkur Mergress ( Merkur Progress with Stainless Steel Adjustment Knob) Condition: Used. Which one is the most recommended? Have fun. Takes the hobby to a whole new level. Comparison: Merkur Progress vs Merkur Futur. I shave daily with a straight and absolutely love it. Classic Shaving. The triangles on all three are as @gwsmallwood 's photo earlier in the thread. Futur is easier to load 7. I find that razor with length 3.5” / 9.5 cm and more and that weigh around 3.4 oz / 100 g work best for men. The business end is the same so are you not missing anything. You can find our Privacy Policy here. Merkur are well known within the shaving industry for their range of high quality safety razors, and the 34C is right at the top of their available products. Soap. It wouldn't be the Progress anymore, but a Mingshi 3000S instead. I plan on picking up a Progress (or Mergress if he ever restocks) as my next razor and first adjustable. The Merkur Progress checks all the boxes. Naturally, its about choosing between Merkur Progress and its American-version - Mergress. My Progress is from before they replaced the dies, which apparently greatly improved the tolerances. Unfortunatelly, Lee doesn't sell traditional Mergress … Safety Razor. The alignment issue comes from the large manufacturing tolerance in the head. I wouldn't rush to assume that everyone with a Progress alignment issue doesn't know how to assemble their razor properly. Shaving guru Mantic59, of the famous videos (see above) and blog says that it is his “personal everyday razor”. If you want to give it a try and test the waters I highly recommend picking up a sight unseen from Whippeddog.com. I do enjoy pretty things though so it might not be worth the difference to many other people. Mine has plenty of slop in the blade fit. Yes, but why is there a need to ask for that, if it can be avoided easily by the manufacturer? Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts, 6 Livi 1 Jacques 1 Lewis 1 Earl 1 Chandler 1 Smith 1 Williams. Modified Merkur Progress - The 'Mergress' The Merkur Progress adjustable razor has gained a very devoted following since it came on the market. While both give you an exceptionally efficient shave, they provide very different feel when used. Male Grooming. I can't believe someone parted with it! Merkur Futur and Progress (and the Progress after-market like the “Mergress”). Merkur Progress is an adjustable razor from the German manufacturer that has many experienced wet shavers drooling for both their safety razors, but also for their shaving brushes and their straight razor brand named Dovo.. Design-wise, futur is a beauty, progress is mediocre. As I am getting more disappointed in my quest for a nice Fatboy razor, I now consider buying a "modern" adjustable. (08-08-2014, 05:47 AM) spada4 Wrote: The regular Progress has a decent amount of heft to it. The Merkur Progress 500: The Merkur 500 is the earliest model we’ll be talking about, so it’s definitely going to be the oldest – however, you’ll still get the lion’s share of the Progress’s awesome benefits. You could also look at the long handle Progress. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Merkur Progress Long vs Short vs Merkur Futur. Unlike the Merkur Futur which stops at setting 6, the Progress doesn’t stop at setting 5 (assuming by some miracle that your Progress is calibrated correctly). I'm guessing that you did not actually watch that video clip. Mergress Merkur Progress Upgrade and Complete Razors - Page 2. brass adjuster. Didn't realize it. There are many reasons to like the razor as it boasts a good weight, finished construction, a two-piece design, and easy loading system and for the most part great shaving results. The best adjustable razor right now is the Merkur Progress. Parker Variant – a variation on the the Merkur Progress design. If an average person wanted to wear their left shoe on their right foot, is there an issue with the shoes? Fatboys really aren't that uncommon. Choosing one will boil down to your brand preference. Well, your razor could come with an orientation sensor, and a Bluetooth module to have the incorrect orientation notified to your smartphone, and software vulnerabilities and in-app purchases. So, seriously, they could have turned the Progress into an adjustable TTO, but then: Did I ask for all that? But it’s a toss-up between this and the newer Parker Variant Adjustable. In this episode of SOTZ Zach shaves with and compares the Merkur Futur and Merkur Progress. My technique at the time may have added to my negative impression. The Merkur Progress adjustable safety razor design has been around since 1955 and is largely unchanged, at least visually, though there have been a few minor internal engineering tweaks over the years. Close. As I mentioned in my earlier post, Mergress's are nice looking razors but the Progress is also a great razor without the Mer alteration. Trying to decide between these three adjustables. Matt Highstreet. It was my first adjustable safety razor and in fact became my pry-it-out-of-my-cold-dead-hands favorite for many years. That said I will point out the mergress and the progress are the same razor where it matters. Close Shave. On the other hand the Merkur Progress has a very short handle. 16 97 followers. It can also be used by businesses who wish to promote their goods or post special offers! Matt Highstreet. What kind of trouble are you having? Merkur places a leaflet explaining how to do that, and it takes all but 5 seconds to look at it. I'm not bashing RAD or the people who want a Fatboy or slim adjustable. Like the Merkur 34C and Progress, the Parker Variant Adjustable has a two-piece design that’s easy to clean. Many love their Mergress/Progress. CLICK HERE. Kinda. I consider buying some adjustabel, and Fatboy in general is considered the best out there. 4. I felt my Mergress, when adjusted, was inconsistent. I don't care for long-handled razors, and like to think of the plastic / bakelite / faux ivory knob on the bottom of the Progress as retro rather than cheap. The Parker Adjustable is a two-piece safety razor that makes it easy to load the blade. I think I have it, but when I tighten the razor down the blade shifts. I hate the yellow plastic on the end of the progress which is fixed in the mergress, but also costs significantly more for it to be fixed.