{"id":60598,"date":"2023-12-21T11:30:53","date_gmt":"2023-12-21T16:30:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/?page_id=60598"},"modified":"2023-12-21T11:30:53","modified_gmt":"2023-12-21T16:30:53","slug":"merkur-futur-vs-merkur-progress","status":"publish","type":"review","link":"https:\/\/www.toolsofmen.com\/review\/merkur-futur-vs-merkur-progress\/","title":{"rendered":"Merkur Futur vs Merkur Progress"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
The Merkur Futur and the Merkur Progress are two of the market’s most popular adjustable safety razors<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n But which razor is right for you?<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Merkur Futur is significantly heavier and more aggressive than the Progress, making it better suited for those experienced with wet shaving. On the other hand, the Progress has a much better range of aggressiveness settings, a smaller head, and a better grip – making it better for both new and experienced wet shavers.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n In the end, it comes down to personal preference. However, we think the Progress narrowly beats the Futur as the better razor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Below, we’ll share why.<\/p>\n\n\n Dive Deeper:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n What We Think:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Well made, and the wide aggression range makes this suitable for those of any skill level. The plastic knob looks a bit cheap, but it still performs well.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
Comparison of Futur, Progress (500), Progress (510)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Feature<\/th> Merkur Futur<\/th> Merkur Progress (500)<\/th> Merkur Progress (510)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead> Comb<\/td> Closed (Adjustable)<\/td> Closed (Adjustable)<\/td> Closed (Adjustable)<\/td><\/tr> Composition<\/td> Die-Casted Zinc<\/td> Die-Casted Zinc<\/td> Die-Casted Zinc<\/td><\/tr> Country of Origin<\/td> Germany<\/td> Germany<\/td> Germany<\/td><\/tr> Number of Pieces<\/td> 2<\/td> 2<\/td> 2<\/td><\/tr> Price<\/td> $86.00<\/td> $70.00<\/td> $95.00<\/td><\/tr> Shave Performance<\/td> Varies Based On Adjustment Setting<\/td> Varies Based On Adjustment Setting<\/td> Varies Based On Adjustment Setting<\/td><\/tr> Grip<\/td> Brushed Metal<\/td> Ridged<\/td> Ridged<\/td><\/tr> Blade Compatibility<\/td> All double-edge safety razor blades<\/td> All double-edge safety razor blades<\/td> All double-edge safety razor blades<\/td><\/tr> Weight (oz)<\/td> 4.44<\/td> 3.28<\/td> 3.63<\/td><\/tr> Weight (g)<\/td> 126<\/td> 93<\/td> 103<\/td><\/tr> Length (in)<\/td> 4.25<\/td> 3.47<\/td> 4.12<\/td><\/tr> Length (cm)<\/td> 10.8<\/td> 8.8<\/td> 10.5<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n Merkur Progress<\/h3>\n\n\n\n