97 followers. 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. So, seriously, they could have turned the Progress into an adjustable TTO, but then: Did I ask for all that? Didn’t seem to change balance much. People also love these ideas. As I am getting more disappointed in my quest for a nice Fatboy razor, I now consider buying a "modern" adjustable. Like the Merkur 34C and Progress, the Parker Variant Adjustable has a two-piece design that’s easy to clean. The Futur is about 3/8" longer than the Mergress XL, which has the longer TTO knob added post-production. Progress has a sound of her own but Futur's sound is much better. I ended up preferring the Futur and selling off the XL now as it is out of stock at Lee's. I'm not bashing RAD or the people who want a Fatboy or slim adjustable. Mergress Merkur Progress Upgrade and Complete Razors - Page 3. longer fluted knob. I can't believe someone parted with it! Well being a guy with a mergress I love it. (08-08-2014, 05:47 AM) spada4 Wrote: The regular Progress has a decent amount of heft to it. YMMV of course. The design/engineering, weight, adjustability of this razor are probably one of the best of all available. Takes the hobby to a whole new level. Mergress Merkur Progress Upgrade and Complete Razors. By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. Futur still dwarfs progress model M510 which has the longer handle and weighs more. Mergress Merkur Progress Upgrade and Complete Razors - Page 5. That said I will point out the mergress and the progress are the same razor where it matters. I do enjoy pretty things though so it might not be worth the difference to many other people. The triangles on all three are as @gwsmallwood 's photo earlier in the thread. Posted by u/[deleted] 4 years ago. The secret isn't more blades and more canned goo but a single wicked edge. My thoughts, first you are correct, the Futur "sings" the sound is unique. My current setup: Muhle R89L and Bakelite Slant. 4. It usually takes me multiple attempts to get the blade aligned properly. The Merkur Progress checks all the boxes. If an average person wanted to wear their left shoe on their right foot, is there an issue with the shoes? I felt my Mergress, when adjusted, was inconsistent. Clean Face. Mer replaces that knob with stainless, smooths out the operation, and dials in the indexing, but the functional changes are relatively small in comparison to the price. Once submitted, any posts, images, or content become the property of Badger & Blade. 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. Wet Shaving. You would be no longer able to adjust the razor during use, without loosening the doors' screw first. The Merkur Progress 500 safety razor dubbed the 'Digress' by members of the UK wet shaving forum The Shaving Room is retrofitted in the UK with a custom made brass (HD) dial and calibrated for improved adjustment and dial accuracy. 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. That's great and I'm glad for you, however my post wasn't about the Slim and there is no mention of the Slim or any Gillette, for that matter, anywhere in it. I have several DE and its my favorite (including a fatboy and such). It’s really hard to say which one of these is the best adjustable safety razor, since they’re all in … If you’re completely new to using a safety razor, then I’d advise that you check this model out. CLICK HERE. I contacted Larry already, but I am currently need to decide whether I go for a new DE or an SR. 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. For a venerable razor like the Progress, I don't think it's too much to ask the user to pay attention which way they put the cap on. The head would become bigger and less capable to shave in tight spaces. See more ideas about wet shaving, progress, safety razor. Matt Highstreet. The alignment issue comes from the large manufacturing tolerance in the head. Wetshaving - isn't all shaving wet? This forum can be used by individuals who wish to post links or reviews about wet shaving merchandisers. 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 Mergress ( Merkur Progress with Stainless Steel Adjustment Knob) Condition: Used. True. The Parker Adjustable is a two-piece safety razor that makes it easy to load the blade. 97 followers. It has nothing to do with getting the triangle and notch on the same side (though that is a necessary step for getting the settings right). Of the three the Progress is probably the most highly regarded, even though it is the cheapest and simplest. 1. I made a DIY mod of my Progress by dipping the handle and knob in black Plasti-Dip (as used to coat tool handles). Yes, but why is there a need to ask for that, if it can be avoided easily by the manufacturer? 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. Shaving Razor. If you have other questions, especially about straights ask away I love this hobby! I'm guessing that you did not actually watch that video clip. What kind of trouble are you having? I consider buying some adjustabel, and Fatboy in general is considered the best out there. 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. If you really like it than I would recommend that you upgrade your Progress to a Mergress. The snap-off cap on the Futur is slightly longer; enough to cover the end tabs of the blade, but other wise it is the same shape and dimension as the Progress/Mergress head. What would be your recommendation? You could also look at the long handle Progress. Archived. 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. Progress M510 weighs 3.63 oz / 103 g . By accessing Badger & Blade, you agree to abide by the Terms of Usage. Merkur Progress love. In this episode of SOTZ Zach shaves with and compares the Merkur Futur and Merkur Progress. 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. Ended: Oct 04, 2020. Fatboys really aren't that uncommon. Merkur Progress vs Mergress XL. Oct 17, 2014 - Explore Matt Highstreet's board "Customized Merkur Progress Razors" on Pinterest. Cookies help us deliver our Services. The business end is the same so are you not missing anything. Press J to jump to the feed. So for me, the Progress is a no-brainer. Merkur Progress Long vs Short vs Merkur Futur. Mergress Merkur Progress Upgrade and Complete Razors - Page 2. brass adjuster. 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. JavaScript is disabled. 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. After having it for quite a while it was worth it to me. ... the Mergress has replaced that part with its own metal construction. That said, have you considered buying a vintage adjustable other than a Fat Boy? I wouldn't rush to assume that everyone with a Progress alignment issue doesn't know how to assemble their razor properly. Soap. The best adjustable razor right now is the Merkur Progress. Regarding adjustability, I found the Variant to FEEL more precise when adjusting. İ love shaving with both guys. Which one is the most recommended? 158 posts Page 5 of 8. 2. Details about Merkur Mergress ( Merkur Progress with Stainless Steel Adjustment Knob) See original listing. I think I have it, but when I tighten the razor down the blade shifts. I highly recommend picking up a sight unseen from Whippeddog.com. Kinda. There is a member from www.badgerandblade.com who specializes in upgrading Progress razors to Mergress razors. Merkur places a leaflet explaining how to do that, and it takes all but 5 seconds to look at it. YMMV, of course. Close. 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. Safety Razor. My Progress is from before they replaced the dies, which apparently greatly improved the tolerances. You can find our Privacy Policy here. Thank you. 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. But it’s a toss-up between this and the newer Parker Variant Adjustable. I plan on picking up a Progress (or Mergress if he ever restocks) as my next razor and first adjustable. Comparison: Merkur Progress vs Merkur Futur. Do you want to spend that time hating or enjoying what you are doing? Matt Highstreet. Progress is easier to maneuver 6. Let me know when that time comes so I can point you in the right direction. While both give you an exceptionally efficient shave, they provide very different feel when used. I shave daily with a straight and absolutely love it. It was my first adjustable safety razor and in fact became my pry-it-out-of-my-cold-dead-hands favorite for many years. Unfortunatelly, Lee doesn't sell traditional Mergress right now, but only XL version. Unfortunatelly, Lee doesn't sell traditional Mergress … It can also be used by businesses who wish to promote their goods or post special offers! Classic Shaving. Just received a Progress off of that big auction site. Benefits. Design-wise, futur is a beauty, progress is mediocre. It wouldn't be the Progress anymore, but a Mingshi 3000S instead. Close Shave. Attaching and detaching the blade is a simple task, but not as easy as in a razor with a twist to open mechanism such as the Merkur Vision. Futur is easier to load 7. Both products are very similar to the Parker providing better grip. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk But most love the extra handle length it provides. You must log in or register to reply here. Naturally, its about choosing between Merkur Progress and its American-version - Mergress. Modified Merkur Progress - The 'Mergress' The Merkur Progress adjustable razor has gained a very devoted following since it came on the market. 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). 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.. You'd have to remember and use the quarter turn trick to securely hold the blade. More ideas for you. Merkur Futur vs Progress: Size and Weight Some people find the Merkur Futur a little bulky. But, why is everyone spending "more than they'd like" or whatever on a Gillette adjustable? Straight Razor. If you want to give it a try and test the waters I highly recommend picking up a sight unseen from Whippeddog.com. Parker Variant – a variation on the the Merkur Progress design. Merkur Progress adjustable-gap double edge safety razor in a 2-Piece design with an elegant chrome finish. The standard model M500 feels short for my hand. Naturally, its about choosing between Merkur Progress and its American-version - Mergress. 3. Mine has plenty of slop in the blade fit. Trying to decide between these three adjustables. Anyhow, I don't see how the snarkiness is warranted, so have a nice day. Shaving guru Mantic59, of the famous videos (see above) and blog says that it is his “personal everyday razor”. Features a standard handle (x") with an adjustment knob, allowing you to fine-tune the closeness of the shave. 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. On the other hand the Merkur Progress has a very short handle. 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. You can buy the Merkur Progress on Amazon. As for the SR, do it. Both are adjustable and well-established razors. 8. 16 I actually prefer the Gillette Slim, and they're easier (and cheaper) to acquire. I also consider buying SR kit, but not sure whether I am ready and should go to SR territory before trying an Adjustable razor. Have fun. See my entry w/ photos posted in Badger & Blade, DE Razors Forum on 20141003 entitled “Merkur Progress: BB Imitation”. Shaving is 50+ days of a woman's life and 85+ for a man's. Merkur of Solingen, in Germany, currently make three different adjustable razors, the Progress, the Futur and the Vision. Wetshaving is how barbers used to get the ultrasmooth shave of legends. My technique at the time may have added to my negative impression. Didn't realize it. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Merkur Futur and Progress (and the Progress after-market like the “Mergress”). As I am getting more disappointed in my quest for a nice Fatboy razor, I now consider buying a "modern" adjustable. Many love their Mergress/Progress. I own a Futur and had a Mergress XL modified Progress. I can't hold the blade in place for the final part of tightening that locks the blade in place - my fingers can't fit into that space at the end. Need to contact the B&B Team? Merkur Progress M510 (the long-handled model) has almost perfect dimensions for me. 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