{"id":9137,"date":"2017-06-01T05:00:34","date_gmt":"2017-06-01T09:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/?p=9137"},"modified":"2017-05-28T11:05:14","modified_gmt":"2017-05-28T15:05:14","slug":"merkur-futur-review","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/merkur-futur-review\/","title":{"rendered":"Merkur Futur Review"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AALg647uMeY\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><br \/>\nI was fortunate enough to acquire a <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_6656049\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=b221929661caa6f0ea915db0d55e9067&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"b221929661caa6f0ea915db0d55e9067\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_6656049\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=b221929661caa6f0ea915db0d55e9067&amp;_cb=1495982308348\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_7209749\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=1aefbac3df47eac8f0452b25e5896b27&amp;_cb=1495982018114\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> from a fellow\u00a0member from a shaving forum. So, my thanks to him\u00a0for making it available for sale. \u00a0It was only used a few times and came to me in brand new condition! (I made sure to sanitize it in <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_5496584\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Top-Performance-ZT5102-Barbicide-Disinfectant\/dp\/B00415UVTK\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=7c525007a010580fde99b00d0a98b09d&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Barbacide\" data-amzn-link-id=\"7c525007a010580fde99b00d0a98b09d\">Barbacide<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_5496584\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=7c525007a010580fde99b00d0a98b09d&amp;_cb=1495982316717\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>.)<\/p>\n<p>As of this writing, I had a chance to use the the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_9847881\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=9fcf9e8e845f7a7a0c94cf70c2e5c1a5&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"9fcf9e8e845f7a7a0c94cf70c2e5c1a5\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_9847881\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=9fcf9e8e845f7a7a0c94cf70c2e5c1a5&amp;_cb=1495982030005\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> once this morning and it\u2019s enough for me to shout to the mountains! <em>(Note: \u00a0Since this writing, I&#8217;ve used the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_574955\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=7642e93acf900490c3deebfc63ce7474&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"7642e93acf900490c3deebfc63ce7474\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_574955\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=7642e93acf900490c3deebfc63ce7474&amp;_cb=1495983273035\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> many, many times. \u00a0Frequent use has only affirmed and reinforced my initial\u00a0impression.)<\/em><\/p>\n<p>I know I raved about the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_4520598\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=0a20f0bbd4b482e06529fc3cb5ca0f7e&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"0a20f0bbd4b482e06529fc3cb5ca0f7e\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_4520598\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=0a20f0bbd4b482e06529fc3cb5ca0f7e&amp;_cb=1495982041181\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> clone and encouraged everyone to buy one for the ridiculously low price of 7 bucks. I still stand by that. You can&#8217;t go wrong\u2026.at THAT price. 7 bucks. Once the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_4569440\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=54da3de6be82ffaa714882ea46145c2a&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"54da3de6be82ffaa714882ea46145c2a\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_4569440\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=54da3de6be82ffaa714882ea46145c2a&amp;_cb=1495982054460\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> starts to get into the 20 and 30 dollar range, it\u2019s time to set your eyes on the real deal! The Merkur Futur!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Finish<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The finish is <strong>GORGEOUS!<\/strong> It\u2019s heavily chromed and simply gleams and shines! True, the smoothness of the handle and head only enhances and accentuates the shine and polish. But if you\u2019re gonna chrome a smooth-handled razor you might as well go to town! And <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_252015\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Futur-Adjustable-Safety-Finish\/dp\/B01LMNG7UK\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=541f1bd0180c3462a40b12844b84e54a&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"541f1bd0180c3462a40b12844b84e54a\">Merkur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_252015\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=541f1bd0180c3462a40b12844b84e54a&amp;_cb=1495982073292\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> did. It\u2019s a highly polished mirror shine!<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Weight and Build Quality<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Now that I have a <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_9965416\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=2eb59d445b5df8ecd5d01e199da0e3a7&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"2eb59d445b5df8ecd5d01e199da0e3a7\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_9965416\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=2eb59d445b5df8ecd5d01e199da0e3a7&amp;_cb=1495982080123\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>, I can comment on the weight as compared to the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_7401840\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=ba4911af184e2dc60d559b8736ede97a&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"ba4911af184e2dc60d559b8736ede97a\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_7401840\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=ba4911af184e2dc60d559b8736ede97a&amp;_cb=1495982087190\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>. Yes, the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_7120849\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=b4e0549b017e26fab2909ba791fc10f9&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"b4e0549b017e26fab2909ba791fc10f9\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_7120849\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=b4e0549b017e26fab2909ba791fc10f9&amp;_cb=1495982094363\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> is lighter. And while the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_6453484\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=e477c8aa41a98cefb9c4577083dd7e1a&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"e477c8aa41a98cefb9c4577083dd7e1a\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_6453484\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=e477c8aa41a98cefb9c4577083dd7e1a&amp;_cb=1495982102195\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> is well built, the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_2817584\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=fdb63f482e07e993e769e045a02971e1&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"fdb63f482e07e993e769e045a02971e1\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_2817584\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=fdb63f482e07e993e769e045a02971e1&amp;_cb=1495982113677\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> is SUPERBLY well built. Yes, you can say the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_2312810\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=4a2e7b60d5ccbd8c406c29944e736c15&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"4a2e7b60d5ccbd8c406c29944e736c15\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_2312810\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=4a2e7b60d5ccbd8c406c29944e736c15&amp;_cb=1495982123892\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> is built like a tank. But it is so precisely well built, and so gleamingly good-looking, it\u2019s a bit more accurate to say it\u2019s a futuristic, 21st century streamlined tank.:)<\/p>\n<p>The <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_5705760\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=06b45100593055430d320075481c9e39&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"06b45100593055430d320075481c9e39\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_5705760\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=06b45100593055430d320075481c9e39&amp;_cb=1495982133203\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> is heavier but very well balanced. The balance is to the point where there is no maneuverability problems at all. I was able to shave under the nose near the nostrils (a tight area for me) with great ease and precision. The <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_9182361\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=e8bb1ec3a47a7e78daec8265ba62eebf&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"e8bb1ec3a47a7e78daec8265ba62eebf\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_9182361\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=e8bb1ec3a47a7e78daec8265ba62eebf&amp;_cb=1495982141012\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> lacks this maneuverability. I don\u2019t know exactly what it is (and I will investigate further), but the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_3736629\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=0d03921359b33c1afcc091222d5e8c44&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"0d03921359b33c1afcc091222d5e8c44\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_3736629\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=0d03921359b33c1afcc091222d5e8c44&amp;_cb=1495982150742\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> is designed differently in some way. Having used them both, I doubt the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_5426858\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=f51edc8c04a320e40d747a258f82976e&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"f51edc8c04a320e40d747a258f82976e\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_5426858\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=f51edc8c04a320e40d747a258f82976e&amp;_cb=1495982158299\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> is an identical clone. There is some quality that makes the Merkur more sleek, trim, and clean. At the moment, I simply cannot put my finger on it.<\/p>\n<p>Whereas the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_8856731\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=f6bfa9bdd9196de0852a4fff5f4bdbfc&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"f6bfa9bdd9196de0852a4fff5f4bdbfc\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_8856731\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=f6bfa9bdd9196de0852a4fff5f4bdbfc&amp;_cb=1495982169475\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> is a very solid razor, the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_6808834\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=25196f34a161dae6d6d0fbbad260001e&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"25196f34a161dae6d6d0fbbad260001e\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_6808834\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=25196f34a161dae6d6d0fbbad260001e&amp;_cb=1495982175939\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> feels like it will last for generations! Your great-grandson will be using the Merkur Futur.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Grip<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Like the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_3774420\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=763a033072fded2209307eac81ba6680&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"763a033072fded2209307eac81ba6680\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_3774420\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=763a033072fded2209307eac81ba6680&amp;_cb=1495982184412\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>, the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_6135998\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Futur-Adjustable-Safety-Finish\/dp\/B01LMNG7UK\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=0006664169c96af77e969541a269b151&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"0006664169c96af77e969541a269b151\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_6135998\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=0006664169c96af77e969541a269b151&amp;_cb=1495982190572\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> is a smooth-handled razor. Again, the indentation in the handle body lends itself to a sure grip. Even though it is highly chromed to a mirror finish, I still had good, sure gripping. Just to note, this morning, I used <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_5347446\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Taylor-Old-Bond-Street-5-3-Ounce\/dp\/B002AT0K1I\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=5c611a3404d0e3bbc33d7b550c146b5a&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"taylor of old bond street eaton college\" data-amzn-link-id=\"5c611a3404d0e3bbc33d7b550c146b5a\">TOOBs Eaton College<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_5347446\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=5c611a3404d0e3bbc33d7b550c146b5a&amp;_cb=1495982246084\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> shaving cream. I loaded some cream into my <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_7104492\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/VIKINGS-Luxury-Badger-Swedish-Acrylic\/dp\/B01M61RI75\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=437a1f624f9075bbcb580bb01b51c365&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Vikings Blade Black Knight badger brush\" data-amzn-link-id=\"437a1f624f9075bbcb580bb01b51c365\">Vikings Blade Black Knight badger brush<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_7104492\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=437a1f624f9075bbcb580bb01b51c365&amp;_cb=1495982225892\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>. I rinsed and dried my hands of cream and did a face lather. Perhaps this process kept my hands a bit dryer than usual? Regardless, the razor just fit properly in my hand. The razor felt right at home, so to speak.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Blade Loading and Adjustment<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>Again, like the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_7020511\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=ccae1421c358fe5636365a8321b9d0d5&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"ccae1421c358fe5636365a8321b9d0d5\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_7020511\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=ccae1421c358fe5636365a8321b9d0d5&amp;_cb=1495982260629\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>, the process is is very straightforward. Pop off the cap, drop in a blade, pop the cap back on.<\/p>\n<p>Now, I need to amend my <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_8507934\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=ee4fe4a8eeb375b4a2a92ea7e4a3e2f0&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"ee4fe4a8eeb375b4a2a92ea7e4a3e2f0\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_8507934\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=ee4fe4a8eeb375b4a2a92ea7e4a3e2f0&amp;_cb=1495982268988\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> review. I have noticed through repeated use, just a bit of uneven blade alignment from one side to the other. It\u2019s nothing major and very, very slight. Not a deal-breaker for the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_2832418\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=44a2bfccd5bffa77f67c55de034dcb2c&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"44a2bfccd5bffa77f67c55de034dcb2c\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_2832418\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=44a2bfccd5bffa77f67c55de034dcb2c&amp;_cb=1495982278636\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>.<\/p>\n<p>In contrast, the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_5029574\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=4bcaa3b45e5b04e3c6d8db6637eb33f1&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur \" data-amzn-link-id=\"4bcaa3b45e5b04e3c6d8db6637eb33f1\">Merkur Futur <\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_5029574\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=4bcaa3b45e5b04e3c6d8db6637eb33f1&amp;_cb=1495982288220\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>is EXACT and extremely precise. The blades sits evenly on each side. No question. Bam! Right on the money!<\/p>\n<p>To adjust, simply grab the ENDS of the razor head and turn the entire handle to increase or decrease the blade gap. This morning, though, due to the precision and close tolerances of the<a id=\"amznPsBmLink_3685150\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=bfc470d4677a85b4c84e2a100f0dd210&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\" Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"bfc470d4677a85b4c84e2a100f0dd210\"> Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_3685150\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=bfc470d4677a85b4c84e2a100f0dd210&amp;_cb=1495982345094\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>, I found I had to hold the razor head with a hand towel in order to turn the handle and adjust to the next half step. My hands were a bit slick but not enough to allow the razor to slip out of my hand. The <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_7957744\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=609f13d101f4b15e617943ed4e362a6c&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"609f13d101f4b15e617943ed4e362a6c\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_7957744\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=609f13d101f4b15e617943ed4e362a6c&amp;_cb=1495982353252\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> handle has a very slow, smooth, sure, weighted feel when adjusting. The<a id=\"amznPsBmLink_1460235\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=01b4aea6d93a99eec605a0a96d0dd196&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\" Qshave \" data-amzn-link-id=\"01b4aea6d93a99eec605a0a96d0dd196\"> Qshave <\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_1460235\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=01b4aea6d93a99eec605a0a96d0dd196&amp;_cb=1495982360389\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>turns more easily because, I guess, there is more slop in the tolerances. Again, the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_1492946\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=ea21a147f802f176ab66fa629042fea0&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\u2019s\" data-amzn-link-id=\"ea21a147f802f176ab66fa629042fea0\">Merkur Futur\u2019s<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_1492946\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=ea21a147f802f176ab66fa629042fea0&amp;_cb=1495982370557\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> precision build is on display.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>The Shave<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>I started at level 1. I read other reviews and most stated that the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_3611921\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=ae912e6da68cc25fec5a368152f20a21&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"ae912e6da68cc25fec5a368152f20a21\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_3611921\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=ae912e6da68cc25fec5a368152f20a21&amp;_cb=1495982380484\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> can be an overly aggressive razor. Okay, level 1 it is.<\/p>\n<p>Whereas the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_6970693\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=87a6a3a2a361a762b8fb60416369d218&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"87a6a3a2a361a762b8fb60416369d218\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_6970693\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=87a6a3a2a361a762b8fb60416369d218&amp;_cb=1495982387973\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> at level 3 was on the mild side, yet highly efficient, the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_3692482\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=54f2becd256653d72c935acbcd610ba4&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"54f2becd256653d72c935acbcd610ba4\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_3692482\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=54f2becd256653d72c935acbcd610ba4&amp;_cb=1495982397029\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> was INCREDIBLY EFFICIENT and IMPECCABLY SMOOTH. At level 1! It gave me plenty of audio feedback and even though I used the increase method, I suffered no irritation, nicks, or cuts!<\/p>\n<p>My shave started at level 1 on pass one, level 1.5 on pass two, and level 2 on pass three. You could hear the blade cutting the whisker and see the cream being plowed away. But, it was oh so smooth. (Again, the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_4461016\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=90c97bb60b6f0bc3718d8639d5fee05d&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\u2019s\" data-amzn-link-id=\"90c97bb60b6f0bc3718d8639d5fee05d\">Qshave\u2019s<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_4461016\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=90c97bb60b6f0bc3718d8639d5fee05d&amp;_cb=1495982411533\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> audio feedback is wanting.)<\/p>\n<p>As mentioned before, I was able to get into the tight areas of my face and cut whiskers cleanly. I also have whiskers on the top corners around my mouth that need to be given extra attention to make sure they have been completely and cleanly shaved. The <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_4653690\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=59e6ef56311c350affc1faa6120179fc&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"59e6ef56311c350affc1faa6120179fc\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_4653690\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=59e6ef56311c350affc1faa6120179fc&amp;_cb=1495982422484\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> took care of these areas with no problems.<\/p>\n<p>The shave is simply superior to that of the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_9927861\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=565ad9daee25bf3e3d869d278916d505&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"565ad9daee25bf3e3d869d278916d505\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_9927861\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=565ad9daee25bf3e3d869d278916d505&amp;_cb=1495982429022\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>. It\u2019s smoother and more balanced. A real pleasure. I plan on dialing it up a half step to improve the closeness of the shave. But starting at level 1, the shave was wonderfully close and beautifully smooth! I\u2019ll have to use it for a few more shaves, but, so far, the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_5477374\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=b2b9b29162608f328c47255b9bed5a09&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"b2b9b29162608f328c47255b9bed5a09\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_5477374\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=b2b9b29162608f328c47255b9bed5a09&amp;_cb=1495982486486\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> promises to be even better than the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_3679058\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Progress-Adjustable-Safety-Razor\/dp\/B004NAEP6I\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=4517bd60c4a17f3319a86254130b306c&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Progress\" data-amzn-link-id=\"4517bd60c4a17f3319a86254130b306c\">Merkur Progress<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_3679058\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=4517bd60c4a17f3319a86254130b306c&amp;_cb=1495982466165\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Minor \u201cBlemishes\u201d<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>None.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Final Words<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>I know I raved about the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_3537241\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=c1c83ebc1104130ce7b48b99cecfc684&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"c1c83ebc1104130ce7b48b99cecfc684\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_3537241\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=c1c83ebc1104130ce7b48b99cecfc684&amp;_cb=1495982496776\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> clone, but the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_7717663\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=94b5d197ff7ee8aed560eaf1ad02a4e8&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"94b5d197ff7ee8aed560eaf1ad02a4e8\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_7717663\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=94b5d197ff7ee8aed560eaf1ad02a4e8&amp;_cb=1495982503895\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> is the <strong>real deal<\/strong>. If the clone is a nicely well-made sedan (take your pick of make and model), the Merkur Futur is the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_5279815\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Genuine-Mercedes-Benz-Keyless-Ignition-Button\/dp\/B00K5XH4TM\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=f7909f67f4fcd99242a91c3580d77991&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Mercedes Benz\" data-amzn-link-id=\"f7909f67f4fcd99242a91c3580d77991\">Mercedes Benz<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_5279815\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=f7909f67f4fcd99242a91c3580d77991&amp;_cb=1495982670773\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_1328386\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=7346a990dd2ccfe3c1f4ea43221d03a2&amp;_cb=1495982587347\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/>!<\/p>\n<p>I look at it this way&#8230;would I ever take the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_8371420\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=abcbeb38d0f7f58b5c02d51984d514e8&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"abcbeb38d0f7f58b5c02d51984d514e8\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_8371420\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=abcbeb38d0f7f58b5c02d51984d514e8&amp;_cb=1495982678671\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> on a trip or weekend getaway? NO WAY! I would be absolutely heartbroken if I lost or misplaced it. I cannot afford to lose the Merkur Futur!<\/p>\n<p>The <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_2714296\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Quality-Adjustable-Double-Classic-Titanium\/dp\/B06XGVRQKP\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=0adf0d70e535dc0baac4185a51d16b7c&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Qshave\" data-amzn-link-id=\"0adf0d70e535dc0baac4185a51d16b7c\">Qshave<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_2714296\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=0adf0d70e535dc0baac4185a51d16b7c&amp;_cb=1495982690767\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> clone? It would travel with me every time. I can afford to lose it, drop it, break it, etc. No great loss.<\/p>\n<p>Given the build, balance, weight, quality, precision, and gleaming good looks, the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_4817122\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=b912114b81d75e94a64ff568aac1f6ee&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"b912114b81d75e94a64ff568aac1f6ee\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_4817122\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=b912114b81d75e94a64ff568aac1f6ee&amp;_cb=1495982703048\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> just might be the cure for RAD (Razor Acquisition disorder). \u00a0Then again, you can never have too many safety razors in your collection! \u00a0And, if you find you no longer use certain razors, you can always <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_8715672\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Top-Performance-ZT5102-Barbicide-Disinfectant\/dp\/B00415UVTK\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=8a72c757aa2083b7a9f2891cf8273a04&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"barbacide\" data-amzn-link-id=\"8a72c757aa2083b7a9f2891cf8273a04\">sanitize<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_8715672\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=8a72c757aa2083b7a9f2891cf8273a04&amp;_cb=1495982976188\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> them and PIF (Pay It Forward) to introduce others to Traditional Wet Shaving.<\/p>\n<p>To borrow a line from an amazon reviewer, the <a id=\"amznPsBmLink_5041808\" class=\"amzn_ps_bm_tl\" href=\"http:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Merkur-Adjustable-Safety-Chrome-Finish\/dp\/B00375BUQ8\/ref=as_li_bk_tl\/?tag=deshaving-20&amp;linkId=d54c029ef08a9a36500f5f291d35ff56&amp;linkCode=ktl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" data-amzn-ps-bm-keyword=\"Merkur Futur\" data-amzn-link-id=\"d54c029ef08a9a36500f5f291d35ff56\">Merkur Futur<\/a><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"amznPsBmPixel_5041808\" style=\"border: none !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important; height: 0px !important; width: 0px !important;\" src=\"https:\/\/ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/e\/ir?source=bk&amp;t=deshaving-20&amp;bm-id=default&amp;l=ktl&amp;linkId=d54c029ef08a9a36500f5f291d35ff56&amp;_cb=1495982713494\" alt=\"\" width=\"0\" height=\"0\" border=\"0\" \/> is not a razor, it\u2019s a shaving instrument!<\/p>\n<p>&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8211;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Words from my youtube channel<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The Merkur Futur is worth every penny of it&#8217;s 50 dollar plus price (depending on the type of finish you select)!<\/p>\n<p>This razor is VERY well made! Not only will you be able to give it your son, he&#8217;ll be able to give it to <strong>his<\/strong> son!<\/p>\n<p>================<\/p>\n<p>Merkur Futur Adjustable Safety Razor, Chrome Finish: <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2qkf1Pk\">http:\/\/amzn.to\/2qkf1Pk<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Merkur Futur Adjustable Safety Razor (700) Razor (Matte Finish): <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2qkukap\">http:\/\/amzn.to\/2qkukap<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Merkur Adjustable Futur Safety Razor Gold Plated 702: <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/2rlKswO\">http:\/\/amzn.to\/2rlKswO<\/a><\/p>\n<p>===============<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I was fortunate enough to acquire a Merkur Futur from a fellow\u00a0member from a shaving forum. So, my thanks to him\u00a0for making it available for sale. \u00a0It was only used a few times and came to me in brand new condition! (I made sure to sanitize it in Barbacide.) As of this writing, I had [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4,1467],"tags":[1758,1655,1376,1775,1602,1776,1770,1361,1377,1363,1393],"class_list":["post-9137","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog","category-wet-shaving","tag-adjustable","tag-black-ocean","tag-de-shaving","tag-futur","tag-merkur","tag-progress","tag-qshave","tag-safety-razor","tag-shaving-cream","tag-vikings-blade","tag-wet-shaving"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9137","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=9137"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9137\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":9142,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/9137\/revisions\/9142"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=9137"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=9137"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.georgetoon.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=9137"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}