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Merkur FUTUR Adjustable Safety Razor, Chrome Finish, MK-701001

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Brand: MERKUR


Number of Blades: 1


Unit Count: 1 Count


Special Feature: The quick blade and comb adjustment enables you to get perfect shave by removing not only facial hair but also body hair. See more


Skin Type: All


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 5 x 4 inches; 4.3 Ounces


Item model number ‏ : ‎ 90701001


Department ‏ : ‎ Womens


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Merkur-Razor


Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ Germany


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  • Detailed Comparison of Merkur and Parker Razors
My hair is curly. Because I have beard that is very thick in some spots but rather thin in others, and further because I have sensitive skin, it was impossible to shave with a cartridge razor without getting shaving bumps. I switched to a safety razor ten years ago; during that time I extensively used 4 different safety razors. Contrary to the assertions of many reviewers, there are only a few relevant factors in choosing a safety razor: A) blade exposure, angle, and gap; B) handle weight and shape; and C) durability. Let me dispatch with the other possibilities, first. 1) Reviewers complain that the Futur is slippery because there is no knurling on the handle, but this is ridiculous--it is just as slippery as any other nickel-plated razor of the same weight. 2) Reviewers complain that the twist mechanism is unsafe--anyone exercising common sense should be able to figure out how to hold the razor while turning the handle to adjust the blade without cutting themselves. 3) Reviewers complain that the top bar of the razor is too big for them to shave under their nose--but again, common sense would suggest that, for people with shallow nose:lip angles, pulling downward on the upper lip before making a with-the-grain pass will allow for a proper shave of the area. Finally, 4) reviewers complain that the blade is exposed for too long while being changed--but, again, any normal adult should be able to handle a double edge razor blade without cutting themselves. I use the Futur to shave my face and head multiple times per week for months, with and against the grain, and I have never cut myself. This review will compare the Merkur Long Handle 3 Piece (i), Short Handle 2 Piece (ii), and Futur (iv), as well as the Parker Long Handle Super Heavy (iii). i) Is the least aggressive of the four. So little of the blade is exposed, and it is at such a shallow angle and with so little spacing between the safety bars, and it is so light, that I cannot get a with-the-grain shave without either applying pressure or making multiple passes. Either way, for someone with a moderate to heavy beard, this razor may give you irritation. It is, however, a great candidate for travelling, since the 3 pieces mean it disassembles flat. ii) Is the second least aggressive. I get a good shave after one with- and one against-the-grain pass, and a very close shave after a second against the grain pass. However, it is still light enough that I need to apply pressure while going over the thicker areas of my beard. This is the razor I would recommend for most first time wet-shavers. iii) This is the most aggressive of the fixed blade safety razors. It is sufficiently heavy that absolutely no additional pressure is needed, and the razor provides a rather close shave after one with- and one against-the-grain pass. I use this razor when I have shaved within the last 36 hours or whenever I travel. It is evident from the construction that it is extremely durable, as compared to the Futur. iv) This adjustable razor has the blade angle of ii) at setting 1 and of iii) at setting 3; at setting 6 it is considerably more aggressive than anything else I have tried. I use this razor whenever my head or beard has been growing for more than 36 hours--first pass with-the-grain setting 6, second pass against-the-grain setting 3, which provides a rather close shave even if I have a week of beard/hair growth. A third pass against-the-grain at setting 6 provides an extremely close shave. Furthermore, the large gap between the safety bars make it possible to cut through a week of growth with only a few strokes-per-pass, since unlike other razors, the cut hairs do not clog the spaces between the blade and safety bars. This is the only true safety razor (that is, a fixed blade razor with top and bottom safety bars) I have tried where this is the case, and for that reason, I highly recommend it for anyone who infrequently shaves their face or head. However, the mechanism which holds the top safety bar in place, thereby securing the razor blade, seems considerably less durable than any other mechanism I have seen: the inward and downward pressure of two thin metal rods is all that holds the top bar in place, as opposed to one large (i & ii) or two medium (iii) screws. For this reason, and also because of its weight, this is by far the least drop resistant of the razors. I would not travel with it. For those of you considering the Merkur Progress, I would simply say: if your beard is medium thickness or if you have sensitive skin, the Futur is likely the better bet. The Progress is even more aggressive than the Futur, so even on the lowest setting, it is impossible to simulate the Short Handle 2 Piece. For those of you considering the Parker Variant, you should be aware that you might have to exchange the one you receive for a new one--there seems to be an issue where the blade sits unevenly and insecurely when you get a lemon, making an otherwise great razor unusable. A good Parker Variant is likely comparable, if not superior, to the Futur. But both have their durability/manufacturing/shipping issues. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2019 by aj

  • Heavy. Solid. Shiny chrome.
This is my second Merkur Futur razor. Having shaved with disposables and clicky-blade razors my whole life, the heft and mass of this Merkur took a while to get used to - beginners will need patience with this razor. I bought a second one to keep in my travel kit; I tried a cheaper razor but the precision just wasn't there. This razor is very expensive but it feels like a precision instrument, so price is commensurate with quality of experience. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2023 by Tigerdog

  • Amazing Shave
So I can grow a full beard but have sensitive skin. Because of this I only shave 2-3x a week at the most. Recently I have been using Dollar Shave Club but hardly ever use them. I kept it because my wife loves using them to shave her legs since she never got cuts or nicks. I bought an electric razor but that actually made my face hurt more and took a LONG time to shave evenly. A coworker suggested I try the old school single blade double bladed razor like our dad's grew up with. He has a very corse beard so I figured I'd give it a try. One a single pass at the 1 setting I have just gotten the cleanest shave I've gotten all year and didn't go against the grain. I had a few nicks on the first shave from some bumps on my neck but had I not noticed the blood on the wash cloth I would have never known i was cut. My post shave cream stopped that right away and my face is butter smooth. Shaving was effortless with this and rising it off was even easier. I love how the blade channel cleans so easily from just running water, unlike the multi blade razors. I am just starting this journey but I must say I am loving it!!! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 20, 2023 by Mark Seals

  • Great
I shave my head with it. At the beginning there were some “ injuries’l but once you have some experience it’s a great shave and relatively cheap, compare to the new built-in razors
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2023 by meir shilo

  • Very Precise, nice quality.
I’ve use Merkur safety razors for years. The Future is the best razor I’ve ever owned. It is adjustable from gentle to very aggressive. It has a nice heavy feel and a quality build. Mine did arrive with two fine scuffs on the chrome blade cover, but I can live with that. The head is larger than I expected, but I got used to it quickly and the shave is fantastic. It takes a little longer to clean because of the internal workings, but it’s well worth the extra effort. I’m never going back to the cheaper models. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 9, 2023 by Steve Johnson

  • Glides like a hot knife through butter
The adjustable blade angle certainly works, you can feel the difference, but personally it didn't seem to make too big a difference in the quality of my shave. That said, the quality of my shave was still fantastic. The top guard is on the large side, and that makes it super easy to maintain the right angle without cutting yourself. As an infrequent shaver, it's very comfortable to use even with over a week's worth of neglect. The material stays relatively clean by itself, but I would still recommend wiping it down after every use. There's nothing that really holds the razor in place when you're taking it a part, and that can get tricky / lead to trouble, but that's the only complaint I have. Note: If this is your first razor, a huge factor in comfort and quality is having blades that work for you. Get a sampler pack to help you find the right brand, otherwise your experience with this razor may vary. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2023 by Amazon Customer

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