I love my Gillette Super 109 "Black Beauty" from 1970. I want something more modern, but that Gillette just works so damn well :-)
@demizer19682 жыл бұрын
That Gillette at the beginning was what my grandfather taught me how to shave with. Great memories.
@ShaneAnable Жыл бұрын
You are just excellent sir. You have such a great way of knowing what information your viewers really need, and you distill it so simply. Anytime I'm interested in learning more about wet shaving, this is where I'll be headed
@geofatboy Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Shane! Your positive comments and support are greatly appreciated by me!
@stevied88553 жыл бұрын
Hi Sir, My favourite Razor is my Gillette Slim Adjustable from 1968 which i bought online from an American seller for about £45 a few years ago. It's still like new. I drop Mineral Oil into it from time to time to keep it good. Just a beautiful shave from this one. I have the Progress Long too but it just doesn't cut it for me. The Gillette is very light and beautifully made. For me it's the best Razor Ever. Cheers, Stevie in Scotland.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. Maybe one day Gillette will wise up and reproduce them!
@stevied88553 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy Thanks my distant friend. Great channel.
@terrym10653 жыл бұрын
Geo👍👍 Nicely done bro, good selection of adjustable razors for this preview. Pretty much touched all the bases for comparison showing what the adjustable is about. So many to choose from, it can be overwhelming. But, that's all part of the fun. Thanks for the video. Enjoy!
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍 Terry Glad you enjoyed it.
@Smootus3 жыл бұрын
Great video and well needed to explain how each razor works! Thanks for posting this video!
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks Bryan.
@gordon72053 жыл бұрын
Hey Geo, just wanted to say that I started shaving with a straight razor a few years ago and moved to de a couple of months ago. It was because I stumbled across your guide on how to use a straight. Basically just wanted to say thanks mate. :)
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks G-I'm glad you're expanded your shaving horizons!
@JMac.3 жыл бұрын
The venerable Gillette Fatboy is one of my favourite razors... it always delivers a great shave. Great list of razors Geo! Have a great weekend, and stay safe!
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more! Thanks Red.
@JMac.3 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy you’re most welcome Geo!
@rossobrink80979 ай бұрын
I'm kind of a safety razor collector myself and I ve tried all the different safety razors Temu has to offer in Greece :D the wannabe Gillette adjustable and the wannabe merkur futur are really really good for my liking and they really made me understand the difference between cheap safety razors (1.40€) and more expensive ones (10€). Still cheap for what's available from an actual brand but a very good demonstration that price does play a role. But I am glad I was able to make a collection of 6 safety razors for less than 30€ lol It also made shaving something that I am looking forward to because up until then I used to like leaving a bit of a beard and I used to just trim it
@geofatboy9 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing-All the best from the USA.
@davesheppard87973 жыл бұрын
Another great and informative video Geo! I have the Rockwell 6s & 6c, Parker Variant and the Q-shave Futur copy. I bought the copy as I don't particularly like the look of the Futur. Executive shaving here in the UK have just received the new Ambassador. I'm not sure about it as yet. I do own the Envoy. I am loving my Razorocks at the moment and have just ordered a Lupo duo comb. Take care Sir and I will soon give you my head to head results between the Chubby 2 synthetic and the T2. I will do this comparison tomorrow. Stay safe, Dave.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Hi Dave! I saw-read your brush comparison and it we feel the same. Spot On!
@davesheppard87973 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy Thanks Geo! Stay safe mate, Dave. 😁😁
@DavidV44443 жыл бұрын
Fantastic overview - I have most of these razors but my favorite is the Rockwell 6S - always a perfect and comfortable shave and the stainless version is made in the USA which I love!
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing David. Yours may have been made in USA-Lucky You! But they are now made in China.
@DavidV44443 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the heads-up their website says the stainless are made in USA - I’m contacting them because if they are made in China (the stainless ones), I’m returning them :-) Getrochwell website says: Where are your blades and razors manufactured? We manufacture the Rockwell 2C, the 6C, and the blades in our dedicated facility in China, while the Rockwell 6S is made in the USA. And the Model T has parts made in China and the US and is assembled in Canada.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
@@DavidV4444 It's good to get a clarification. I will check what it says on the 6S box tomorrow and get back to you as well.
@DavidV44443 жыл бұрын
I am very happy to report that Christopher from Rockwell has confirmed that the stainless 6S has always been and continues to be made in the USA!
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
@@DavidV4444 I checked the box on our latest shipment from just a few days ago. No designation on the UPC sticker on the 6S box saying where it's made.
@nilanthaabeyrathne61093 жыл бұрын
Really informative I enjoyed it.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@michaelweigel48223 жыл бұрын
Howdy from the Sierra Nevada mountains! Well done my brother... I enjoyed this video and found it very informative. Keep up the good work and as always shave on my brother!!!
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you Michael!
@heinzkrix9455 Жыл бұрын
awesome work, loved watching 🙂
@EasyTarget823 жыл бұрын
Great informative video Geo.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@HerfingPug3 жыл бұрын
Love your vids mate, friendly and informative. Thank you.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks James!
@jeffpugh44473 жыл бұрын
Nice job. I started wet shaving, I got a Rockwell 6S. Still have it and use it when I have to shave daily. It is a good razor with a lot of options. But I didnt use it as an adjustable.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Did you only use one of the plates then for all passes?
@jeffpugh44473 жыл бұрын
Yes. I didnt change any plates during a shave. Less touching of a blade is better for me. Lol. Plate 5 worked best for me.
@olofssonfamily70503 жыл бұрын
I just loved the Fatboy... and thanks to Internet, a guy in Nebraska will now ship a 1961 Fatboy to me in Sweden 😃
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
It's a beautiful thing! The razor and the internet...
@bartvanleeuwen91903 жыл бұрын
Great show Geo. I have all four razors in the back row. Well, all of them but one....... If you guess which one I don't have, you will get to gift me that one! Have a great weekend! On a side note, anytime I watch a video of you I have the weird feeling you just came from the backyard, digging a shallow grave...... Maybe I have seen too many movies.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
If I guess wrong I get to give you a razor? What happens if I guess right? It turns into an episode of The Sopranos, Sons of Anarchy, or Breaking Bad? And I'm in the back yard, digging a shallow grave...😂
@bartvanleeuwen91903 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy No no no, only if you guess right... But I guess you can't hear me now over the sound of you mixing me a pair of brand new, made to size, concrete sneakers....
@lew7082 жыл бұрын
On the Rex Ambassador, the way that I screw the handle back on so that threads are not stripped is, I apply light pressure to the screw assembly while simultaneously turning the screw backwards (counter clockwise) until I hear and feel a click, then I turn forward( clockwise) and it catches immediately, no guessing. Works every time.
@mikeh97013 жыл бұрын
Hi Geo- Great adjustable razor preview; thank you! Lots of great choices! Have a great weekend. Be safe and be well. Best regards, as always, Geo!
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly Mike!
@jtoo60603 жыл бұрын
Gillette Slim is my favorite adjustable . They were built to last and easy to use
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@Chipsiify3 жыл бұрын
Love your Videos! Im happy to say that i own a Fatboy, a Slim, Progress and a Futur and a Rockwell 6s. I Love the Fatboy and the Slim the most. Greetings from Germany Geo ❤️
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Very cool! Great collection!
@panda_dva22613 жыл бұрын
Im rocking a merkur futur with parker razor blades. Been really nice especially with 3 pass routine
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Nice!
@billofalltrades26333 жыл бұрын
Another great video! I love my G1 Fatboy ! 14.00 shipped I got it about 2 weeks ago.
@pawesiwak9583 жыл бұрын
Kindest regards from Poland! Next great movie :)
@tolaras23 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Greece ! Hey man ! Can you please solve us the Nacet riddle? What does Nacet means? Like the blades Gillette Nacet. Thank you very much!
@boobson003 жыл бұрын
@@tolaras2 This is not a Polish word, it's Russian. There are many translations, best to ask someone from Russia.
@tolaras23 жыл бұрын
@@boobson00 Thank you very much! 👍
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Pawel! Greatly appreciated. Best from the USA. Dziękuję bardzo! Cieszę się, że lubisz moje filmy. Dziękuję za Twoje wsparcie.
@magnoliamike3 жыл бұрын
Love me some Adjustables there my favorite
@GGiblet3 жыл бұрын
Lovely presentation!👏👏👏
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot
@markdavid30763 жыл бұрын
I love my Merkur Progress and Rockwell 6C. Never quite had a comfortable shave with my Variant.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! Adjust-Flip-Adjust!
@michaeldamisch13673 жыл бұрын
My favorite adjustable is the Gillette slim 🪒💈🧼
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Great razor!
@pavnuto3 жыл бұрын
I love Merkur progress very effective shaving and very simple mechanism.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Agreed, it's a great razor!
@MrRourk3 жыл бұрын
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements makes a nice adjustable safety razor
@rafaelbarbosa25973 жыл бұрын
Muy buenos tus vídeos..... A mí me gusta el fat boy y el Mercur futur 😁
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
¡Muchas gracias! Estoy feliz de que te gusten.
@supernoobsmith57183 жыл бұрын
Adjustable razors are the best choice a beginner can make. I'm glad my first one was a Progress. It's a mistake to recommend mild razors, even for people with moderate growth. I can't even imagine how many people were turned off to wet shaving because of this.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Being able to adjust in the face of beard adversity is a great thing!
@vittalmagaji62633 жыл бұрын
Very nice review sir 👍
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@sebastiandalessandro57453 жыл бұрын
I don't know if I'm correct, but there are a couple versions of the fatboy, correct? Like the ones that came out first and then the improved ones?
@ToMaToEsGrOw3 жыл бұрын
1958 - 1962 I believe.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
I'm guessing they worked on improving it every 1/4 along the way!
@peterpieri84933 жыл бұрын
Great selection of adjustable razors Geo I think the merkur futor are the most beautiful looking razors out of all whether satin or chrome or gold all attractive as the other oh and also the 1959 Gillette
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing Peter!
@cashau29653 жыл бұрын
...nice and exhaustive review... the merkur progress rules IMHO
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Cas! and-I wasn't too tired after it-JK!
@cashau29653 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@okiedokie_cool2 жыл бұрын
Do include and review Pearl adjustable
@geofatboy2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the request!
@OG_Jack3 жыл бұрын
Good stuff, very interesting!
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Jack
@eviloutionise3 жыл бұрын
I’ve been watching this guy when I was a teenager. Was such a help as I used to get really bad bumps. Surprised these aren’t more popular.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your long term support. +18 million views ain't bad! kzbin.info
@TheRobby19713 жыл бұрын
Comprehensive and informative thank you Sir.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much Robby! Glad you enjoyed it.
@talega13 жыл бұрын
Nice video. If you could only have one adjustable which would you pick? My first DE razor is the long handle Merkur....a good one.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
The Fatboy for historic reasons then long handle Progress...
@charlesestrada4139 Жыл бұрын
you use terms like mild and aggressive to describe the shaving experience but what does that mean in more detail? mild means less blade exposed? and how does that affect the shave? Thanks
@geofatboy Жыл бұрын
More blade exposed-more aggressive shave.
@LauraKnotek3 жыл бұрын
The Merkur Progress long handled razor is great for women as well. I like being able to use different settings on different parts of my legs, since the hair varies in coarseness.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thats Awesome Laura! Thanks for sharing, always great to hear from a leg shaver's prospective.
@SaruPrasad Жыл бұрын
Are there any available adjustable razors that are available that have the “positive click” feature that you mentioned the old Gillette fat boy had?
@lostfame8473 жыл бұрын
Hey Geo, I recently joined the Marines, and I'm trying to keep a clean shave every day, but I get some irritation. Which blade you recommend?
@JojoLebgaming3 жыл бұрын
Try a blade sampler first.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Have you tried the Astra SP? shavenation.com/search?q=astra+green
@Eastern-Asia3 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah! I'm leaving July 25th for San Diego. Glad to see someone I'll be in a similar situation as!
@christophersmith80282 жыл бұрын
A little late, but thanks for your service fellas. Hope you’ve had some great shaves since these comments. Cheers!
@tydshiin57832 жыл бұрын
I'm a bit late, but if you're having irritations, it's probably not the blade unless it was a carbon steel You should however clean your blades or just switch it everyday if you won't have the time
@davidmerlino21933 жыл бұрын
I like the new Safety razors
@manfrommeeteetse38803 жыл бұрын
Started with a Rockwell 6c. It gave an ok shave but I found the plate system to be very slow and cumbersome especially if you want to use different agressiveness for each type of pass. Then I found vintage Gillette adjustables. TTO are easy to load, easy to adjust and in MHO the nickle finish is so much classier then chrome. The only disadvantage is that you will probably end up buying both a Fatboy anda Slim as both are so great.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Variety is the spice of life! Enjoy.
@Captleemo3 жыл бұрын
I have a Gillette Fatboy adjustable that was made in 1960 and was my dads and also a Vikings Emperor adjustable razor. I do like the adjustable feature.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Awesome that you got a hand me down from you're Dad and you can still enjoy shaving with it! Best part of giving a razor as a gift. Great Memories...
@mauricehedgecock15683 жыл бұрын
First hope you are staying safe and well. Great video very informative. It was the seller of vinage razors I was buying from first introduced me to your site. It was the original Fat Boy video 10 years ago? I once suggested a comparison of the Fat Boy and the vintage Gillette Slim might be interesting but you did not have Slim. If you ever get one I think it would be interesting as vintage head to head comparison.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
"Some People Call Me Maurice!"-On my wish list are the Slim and even more the Toggle versions!
@mauricehedgecock15683 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy I have two Slim's one unused restored one used occassionally but no Toggle.
@Sertao20137 ай бұрын
Hi I like to shave while taking a shower . Which one would be best for keeping in the shower ? Does any one make a stainless steel blade that won’t rust if you leave it in the razor ? I have been using the cheap Bic blue double blade disposable razor and it last me a good month before it starts to get dull and it doesn’t rust at all and I leave it right in the shower . I’m I better off just sticking with the double bladed disposable or would the single blade and adjustable razor be the way to go ? Does anyone make a stainless steel or aluminum razor so I don’t have to worry about using it in the shower ? With the adjustable razor should you take the blade out every time you are finished ? What is recommended steps you should do either the adjustable razor when you are finished ?
@geofatboy7 ай бұрын
We have lots of aluminum and marine grade stainless steel razors: bit.ly/AllSafetyRazorsSN
@timwittkopp80313 жыл бұрын
Vikings Blade has several adjustable razors. Have you ever used VB?
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Nope
@elgrandofahadio92693 жыл бұрын
Hey Geo, can you review Bump Stopper 2?
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Not real familiar with that one, but I will look into it. Thanks for the request.
@michaelhayward75723 жыл бұрын
Modern std Progress owner here. I will never need, nor want a different razor. The iconic name, handle shape, weight and balance, history, and shaving experience, i believe there is nothing else close out there to purchase new in the 21st century. The aural feedback is unique imo...
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Nicely said, nicely done, Nice Razor!
@Shaverboy5163 жыл бұрын
Outstanding video Geo! The progress actually pre-dates the Gillette fatboy. The Progress and the Parker Variant are my favorite adjustables at the moment, might have to get the Rex one day.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info! You're right about the Progress being older than the Fatboy. I would not have guessed it, but it's true.
@Shaverboy5163 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy I believe 1955, Imagine if Gillette still made a fatboy today.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
@@Shaverboy516 I would not be opposed. As long as we can sell them at shavenation.com/
@active3ed3 жыл бұрын
I just make order for rockwell 6c and muhle r41 I now use merkur 34 c and I want to try a different razor
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Variety is the spice of life!
@richardray32502 жыл бұрын
Nice information
@Gcbyvr6667 ай бұрын
I find it so overwhelming trying to buy a safety razor. There are just too many choices. I was initially pretty set on the timeless Murkur 34C, but now I'm thinking I might prefer a more durable stainless steel razor like the Rockwell 6S. As a newbie to DE shaving, I'm not sure if I should buy an adjustable razor or just stick with a fixed gap/blade exposure razor, like the 34C. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
@Perfectly_Balanced9303 жыл бұрын
Is the Merkur logo on the Futur head a new addition? I bought mine a few years ago before all the knockoffs started showing up on Amazon.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Yes, I believe they recently added it. I have a couple without it from back in the day as do you. I think it's a fast easy way to separate it from the knock-offs.
@stevenfish33243 жыл бұрын
Vikings blade have a couple of ajustables and yaqi has a flip plate style.
@jeffdurheim91533 жыл бұрын
A history lesson again from the back alley...you should have a black light in the background!!! LMAO great show GEO
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jeff! Greatly appreciated. Why the back alley? You mean like an underground video?
@dangoich50013 жыл бұрын
I've been wanting a Vision razor, but 300 dollars used on ebay, just can't do it!
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Like I said-Just like real estate... Supply and demand. Don't think the price will be going down.
@johngoard82722 жыл бұрын
I have a couple of Gillette fatboys but prefer my Gillette Black Beauty - much the same only with a longer handle. But right now my go-to is the Feather AS-D2 with a Feather or King C Gillette blade.
@fewmaster77743 жыл бұрын
Got a 1964 (my birthyear) Fatboy from my Grandma that's never been outclassed by any razor I tried the last 40+ years. I was heartbroken that it wasn't adjustable any more after me Idiot had lubricated it with WD 40 over the top. The ring won't click anymore. Well, I thought maybe there was somenone on Ebay using the standard adjustment anyway and put the razor in a bath of denture cleanser to get it fairly clean. This removed the excessive oil and the Razor is functioning completely normal again. What a relief!
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Efferdent comes through in the clutch!!!!!!!!
@mahmoudsayedsayed174 Жыл бұрын
The number of adjust mean that the hair length in another word can it shave 0.5 mm like electric shaver ?
@RishavPatra3 жыл бұрын
Hello buddy, what’s your opinion on the Vikings Blade Emperor Adjustable Razor ( Meiji edition )? How does it compare with the rest?
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Haven't tried it...
@PierooriginalItaly3 жыл бұрын
Fantastic 👍
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@twozerouk3 жыл бұрын
Seems the Merkur Vision I bought 10 years ago is now a rarity. I use it occasionally but as you say its a handful. Your maintenance video has been very useful.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much, a handful is a good way to put it! I will post the maintenance video as well in the Show More section of the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKrHgKt7q9R9o80
@RichardKendrick Жыл бұрын
I had one of those about 15 years ago. It ultimately seized up and fell apart. I abandoned DE razors after that and went back to cartridge razors. I'm only just now rediscovering DE razors.
@toniviudez63713 жыл бұрын
Any of those razors you shown are low profile?. Great video. Thanks
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
This one is Low Profile: shavenation.com/collections/boker-safety-razors/products/boker-low-profile-closed-comb-safety-razor
@toniviudez63713 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy actually thanks to one of your videos I have this excellent razor. It works perfectly for what I am looking for. Do you know or have more with these features?.Thanks and overall thanks for your service and excellent videos.
@dsandoval93962 ай бұрын
So... The gap adjusts the aggressiveness of the shave, but, razor blades also offer variation in aggressiveness too. Correct? What would be the difference between a mild razor+ aggressive blade, VS, an aggressive razor + mild blade? Could they possibly offer the same shave? Or, is there something that the razor or blade offer that will always give you a different shave? ...like (just for argument sakes) "the mildness/aggressiveness of the razor will increase the possibility of cuts and bleeding more, where as the mildness/aggressiveness of the blade will increase skin irritation more." (Again, just to give an example.) Is there a difference between aggressiveness between the razor vs the blade? Are there factors that prevail in one over the other even though they're both for "aggressive shaving"?
@rickykeim20053 жыл бұрын
shaving creams and soaps do have a shelf life right? what's it like when it expires? does it go rancid or can you still use it like it was old aspirin?
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Some soaps are good for 4-5 years... Derby and Arko come to mind
@rickykeim20053 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy Thanks. I wouldn't have thought I could keep them for that long.
@kostakisxwl96423 жыл бұрын
Ppl say futur is too aggressive. Is that so? Is that aggressive as r41 or more?
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
The Futur is adjustable so you can tone it down to your liking. The R41 is always in Beast Mode!
@kostakisxwl96423 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy i bought ikon 104 .beast mode
@Basilahi3 жыл бұрын
Will you have homelike taiga razor in your website anytime soon?
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
If they want to supply them to us sure.
@davidmerlino21933 жыл бұрын
I want the new Safety razors
@frankliera47623 жыл бұрын
Hey Geo which is more aggressive in your opinion the Merkur progressive or Parker variant or Rockwell model T?
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
It's been a while since I've used all 3. I would need to shave with all three now to give you an accurate answer. But-of those 3 I'd likely go with the Progress.
@frankliera47623 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy thanks Geo really appreciate it
@stuartbedford63443 жыл бұрын
Hi geo can you do a shave with the timor open comb nice one 👍
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your request!
@PercussionAndLungs Жыл бұрын
Adding price points would be good
@NAGOL40432 жыл бұрын
If you want an excellent shave with minimal cost, time and effort try this: Q-Shave adjustable razor (Merkur clone for $20) and Creemo. Remember a close nick free shave is 90% technique and 10% equipment.
@jimmyhoffa46693 жыл бұрын
I prefer butterfly adjustable l, looks more adorable for me😉
@luckystyle833 жыл бұрын
which razor is the best as mild ??? because I start wet shaving after watching your video , and try everything you suggest for sensitive skin !!! but no matter what , i finish with razor cut and skin irratation
@dukamrgud19348 ай бұрын
Gilette C King
@wayneo53422 жыл бұрын
Hope somebody is still reading this. I’m switching to a DE razor from cartridges. Would you guys recommend the Mercur Progress long handle or the Parker variant for a beginner? Thanks for all the great info! Liked and subscribed.
@garethlorman11362 жыл бұрын
Progress is a great choice 👊
@Bungle20102 жыл бұрын
I was looking at both. I did decide on the Variant because I preferred the look - it was also slightly cheaper but the difference was minimal. But then I read about it having quality control issues, so in the end I went with the Progress. Just had my first shave with it and I am very happy with it. It replaced a DE89 which broke.
@nisarali84172 жыл бұрын
sir i m waching ur videos freom induss vally sindh indudus river sity sukkur i use for shaving feather double edge safety razor feather popular i also lick feather as-d2 double edge safety razor but my budget is not for purchezing thes safety razor u r a lucky man
@nathanieldaiken10643 жыл бұрын
The Merkur Futur is in the "public domain" now. 🤔
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
So that means anyone can reproduce it?
@nathanieldaiken10643 жыл бұрын
Yes.
@georgepierre35942 жыл бұрын
Do a review of the yaqi final cut razor :3 it's a clone of the gibbs 15/17
@claudinopecorelli10052 жыл бұрын
Tengo la misma en la cajita
@Phessington3 жыл бұрын
I think that if you are going to buy an adjustable razor, don’t bother with the flip ones. So much messing around.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your input Vig!
@manfrommeeteetse38803 жыл бұрын
I agree. I started with the Rockwell 6c. Too much trouble switching plates. Now have a Gillette Fatboy and Slim, go back and forth on which I like better.
@Phessington3 жыл бұрын
@@manfrommeeteetse3880 It becomes quite annoying fiddling around flipping plates in middle of a shave. When all you have to do is twist a dial.
@tomo92243 жыл бұрын
Everyone seems to like the Rockwell 6c/s, but they seem too much of a pain in the ass for an adjustable. In the middle of a shave I don't want to be fiddling around with plates.
@EasyTarget823 жыл бұрын
I usually find myself using either the 2 or 3 plate for my two passes. At first it does feel like a pain but the 6S is a razor that'll last a long time.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
I feel your pain... I would much rather turn a dial mid shave than flip a plate. Especially with shaving cream laden fingers.
@manfrommeeteetse38803 жыл бұрын
I am with you 100%. I started with a 6c just got tired of switching plates real fast. l have a fat boy and a slim. I like both better than the Rockwell.
@dualityofman12533 жыл бұрын
I just got my first safety razor today and I'm scared to use it. If I don't open the box for 10 years will it go up in value? 🤣
@boobson003 жыл бұрын
Obviously. In 10 years you will get the second one for free :)
@borbetomagus3 жыл бұрын
Try to use as little pressure as possible and let the razor do the work, and only apply small amounts of pressure as you get used to the razor. If you had a Merkur Progress/Parker Variant adjustable safety razor, their '1' setting is very mild and great for beginners. Adjustable razors may be a better option for beginners as your beard growth may require a safety razor more aggressive than the shave a Edwin Jagger DE89 or Merkur 34C HD can provide -- and lessen the need for buying other razors. The value of your razor usually depends upon how desirable it is (if it has been discontinued), the availability of your razor in used markets, the quality of materials used in your razor (stainless steel and titanium are usually preferred) -- and if other cheaper models on the market already copy your razor's head design (like is seen with the much copied Edwin Jagger DE89/Mühle R89 head design).
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Then you will have wondered "What If" for 10 years... Crack that baby open and get to work!
@dualityofman12533 жыл бұрын
@@geofatboy Thanks Geo! I'm gonna go for it!
@manfrommeeteetse38803 жыл бұрын
If you don't use it for 10 years, you'll have to start with a weed wacker
@PRFRyan3 жыл бұрын
Hey, Geo! I´d really appreciate if you made a comparison shave video between the Merkur Futur and the Merkur Progress. I own a Futur and find it too aggressive; I wonder whether the Progress would make a better daily use shaver. You could shave one side of the face with the Futur and the other with the Progress, and show viewers the difference in smoothness and feel!
@TitoCeccherini3 жыл бұрын
👏👏👏
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Tito!
@Riccard0743 жыл бұрын
#Geofatboy is it possible to buy on your website the travel kit case for the Merkur Progress 500? I received that razor for my last birthday from my wife and I would like to have that travel kit case. Please #geofatboy let me know. @geofatboy.
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
The case only comes in a kit... unless we crack one and sell it as scratch and dent...
@davidmerlino21933 жыл бұрын
Not the old razor 🪒
@sanyabrestify3 жыл бұрын
Gillette станок лучше
@geofatboy3 жыл бұрын
Лучше всего безопасная бритва!
@azshooter3482 жыл бұрын
Gillette Slim Adjustable & Super Adjustable - They're ll you need to know about great adjustable shaving. Everything else is just a wannabe.