New Merkur futur razor Wow

Evening Gents,

Today I received my new chrome Merkur Futur DE Razor. As soon I got in from work and had a cup of tea ( Lady Grey) after hard days graft. I was very keen to get the shave underway using the new tool.
I have been using a E/J 89 DE for the last few weeks which was my first razor after getting rid of the cartridge blades, and that has been going well even getting some BBS shaves.
I did not really expect the Merkur to be that much different. How wrong I was, the shave was soooooooo much better than using the EJ 89. I only had it on a setting of 3 then 2 to get the feel of it and got a BBS shave with very little effort, a really great shave it made my day. http://straightrazorpalace.com/images/icons/icon10.png

Glad you enjoyed it. What blade did you use?

For the first shave I thought it only right and proper to use the Merkur Blade. I shall be buying more of those.

I've heard good things about the Futur but I was always a little leery of that smooth finish, making grip somewhat problematic. However, I know Catrentshaving has one, and he has reassured me on several occasions that it's not a problem. What's your take on the grip issue?

The Futur is a good razor and IMHO has good build quality. Glad you found it easy to use. Congratulations.

Congrats! Always wanted one...

As Ryan said I own a Futur and it's a great razor. Throw a Feather Blade in it and it's second to none, the adjustability of it comes in handy at times. Congrats and glad you're enjoying yours.

Morning Ryan82, I to was a little concerned that the grip would be a problem, but it was not it provided the perfect grip no problem. Go ahead treat yourself.

I second Stevie17 in treating yourself. I have owned one for years now, and can't speak highly enough of it. When I just do not feel like straight razoring, I use my Futura and love it. My own beard does not grow heavy enough to justify using Feather blades so I just use Astra's, and love them. If you like the Murkur blades you will love what ever you move to. Murkur seem a little rough compared to others I have used. really as far as De's go I do not think a Futura can be beat

Yes I also have one of these and I love it.

Roger

I started wet shaving with the Futur and to this day is one of my favorite razors. My son has it now and I miss it.

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Originally Posted by Stevie17

Evening Gents,

Today I received my new chrome Merkur Futur DE Razor. As soon I got in from work and had a cup of tea ( Lady Grey) after hard days graft. I was very keen to get the shave underway using the new tool.
I have been using a E/J 89 DE for the last few weeks which was my first razor after getting rid of the cartridge blades, and that has been going well even getting some BBS shaves.
I did not really expect the Merkur to be that much different. How wrong I was, the shave was soooooooo much better than using the EJ 89. I only had it on a setting of 3 then 2 to get the feel of it and got a BBS shave with very little effort, a really great shave it made my day. http://straightrazorpalace.com/images/icons/icon10.png

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I like Merkur safety razors because they are more aggressive than others. I think that my explain why you were impressed with your shave.

Just a little update on the Merkur. I have used the razor quite a few times since my first post and I am getting a first class shave every time (DFS) and at the weekends a BBS. I have used 7 O;clock blades derby's and Astra as well as Feather with good results. I cannot use the feather's all the time as my skin won't take them every day. the build of the razor is outstanding I love the feel if it in my hand. I still use my E/J DE 89 and that is also a very fine razor, more so if I am short of time, the Merkur does require a little for time in my hands anyway.
I think the Merkur is worth the money, and having in your razor rotation.

I also have a Merkur and love it. Re: the Merkur blades, I'm with Scotishcaviar...they feel less "smooth" to me than Astra's, Feathers or Wilkinson (German made). But YMMV

I am a merkur guy but also love my vintage gillettes. The futur has been on my want list for a long time. Just always been a bit nervous of the snap on top. Anybody notice any issues with that? As far as blades Ive used so many different types an my personal preference is (don't shoot me) merkur blades LOL. I don't know why but I get the easiest, no irritation, dfs an bbs from them. I wont say they are better than feathers or any other blades. I just tend to get a very acceptable shave from them. My skin is extremely sensitive to technique an blade choice under my jaw line. The merkurs don't burn me up. Just my choice. The futur is still on the want list.

I dont think there is any issue with the top of the Merkur it is engineered very well like a Merc or a BMW have no fear RollinCoal69 its a top bit of kit.

Ditto. The Futur is quality hardware.

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Originally Posted by Stevie17

I dont think there is any issue with the top of the Merkur it is engineered very well like a Merc or a BMW have no fear RollinCoal69 its a top bit of kit.

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I traded for a Futur a few weeks ago and have used it the days I don't use a straight. It's extremely aggressive and very blade sensitive imo, but it produces very impressive results pass for pass. It's amazing to me so many guys start with this thing because of the look because this is by no means a beginner's razor. It could be genuinely dangerous the way the blade is out there.

If you are a bit weary........... Rub the hand you hold the razor in, and rub Alum block on those fingers. Works great for me.

Charles U.K