R41 VS Futur SHOWDOWN using Dr Selby Shaving Cream

In this SHOWDOWN SHAVE Geofatboy performs a shave pitting the Muhle R41 against the Merkur Futur Adjustable safety razor. The Futur will be set on 6 throughout the entire shave. Both razors are loaded with new Feather double edge blades for an accurate comparison. View the entire video to see which of these razors is deemed more aggressive and shaves smoother. The New Dr Selby Lavender Shaving Cream is lathered in the Shave Nation lather bowl with the Proraso Omega Boar shave brush. The icing on the shave is the Shave Nation Wide-Stick Alum Block followed by Castle Forbes Lavender aftershave. Click on "Show More" (below) to purchase the items used in the video or go to ShaveNation.com Let us know what other SHOWDOWN shaves you’d like to see in the future. Share this video with your friends. Over 500 videos, Shaving and More!
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[@user-xb5zu6zu7j]

Finally someone answered the question Futur vs R41.

[@geofatboy]

Woo Hoo!!!!!!!!!!

[@matta8034]

Hi Geo. Looks like a nice shaving cream. Nice comparison shave with the Muhle R41 and the Merkur Futur. I love the Muhle R41, cuts through anything in its path. Just as good as a straight razor. You cant beat the looks of the R41, proper old school original look. Take care Geo

[@geofatboy]

Thanks for watching and sharing Matt!

[@TheRonniesoup]

Love Dr. Selby Shaving "Cream". Very glad you carry that now! Good stuff.

[@geofatboy]

Always looking to add quality products!

[@righteousredneck777]

Some fear the R41,but it just takes practice. If I can use it with brain cancer..any gent can learn. My cancer treatment ends in March and I'm gonna get in a baby smooth R41 shave and hit a restaurant that weekend for a big steak dinner.

[@geofatboy]

Good work Righteous! Medium or rare?

[@terrym1065]

Hey Geo, what's up? BigT here from New Mexico. The Shave Meister once again proves he has skin of steel in a comparison shave between two of the most aggressive razors out there. Not a nick, cut, weeper or scrape and the results were great. Dr Selby looks to be a good addition to Shave Nation's line up of quality products, lathered up nicely and protected the skin. Great video and shave, thanks. See ya next time. Enjoy!

[@geofatboy]

Thanks for watching and commenting Terry. Enjoy your Sunday!

[@icecold2042]

✨✨✨I've said it once, I'll say it again - everybody loves a showdown!🥊✨✨✨ Top man Geo! 👊

[@geofatboy]

Boom!!!!!!!!!

[@kcc1762]

The only two razors I own. I rarely use the Futur. Love the R41.

[@geofatboy]

Don't feel the need to show the Futur some love?

[@joyghosh7239]

Finally I was waiting for this for an eternity Geo

[@geofatboy]

Woo Hoo!!!!! Are you happy now?

[@thomaspowers6761]

Thanks for the comparison shave Geo. I always wondered how the R41 stacked up against an adjustable, now I know. Feather does like to smear the glue all over the blade and paper. Whenever I use a new one I always soak it in 70% alcohol first Wraper and all, helps eat through the glue

[@geofatboy]

Interesting-Thanks for sharing. I've not thought of the alcohol trick...

[@jonathanniccolls1592]

Another great video, Mr. Geo! Thanks!

[@williamkilber8853]

Hey Geo... Greetings from *On The Road* out here in Sacramento, California. So baazar that you do this razor comparison at this time... You know , I'm a Mühle R41 man. However, just a couple of days ago I was going through my *Shave Nation* supply bag and found my old Merkür Fütür that I purchased from you many years ago. And thought to myself , hmmm I think I'll shave with this on my next shave... Then today you post this video 🤔 Bazaar ? Bazaar indeed. Cheers ☕ to you & yours Geo.

[@mb2371]

It's the twilight zone

[@williamkilber8853]

Indeed Mike 😆

[@geofatboy]

Queue the Twilight Zone theme song! Today California, tomorrow??? You really do get to see the world! Enjoy and be safe out there.

[@williamkilber8853]

Yes indeed... The live of a Long Haul "Brother" Trucker . *Keep On Shavin'... 👍🏻* Cheers ☕ from *On The Road* here in DéLanó, California _-_-_-_-🦂_-_-_-_-_-

[@williamkilber8853]

Typo ~ The Life ...

[@starlodear2987]

The Futur aka Potato Peeler is more aggressive at 0.5 than the R41. Using a Feather on the Futur even at just 0.5 is just too much and just not necessary. But on the R41, the Feather works just fine. I agree that the Futur feels smoother thanks to its weight. Though I shaved with the Futur at 6 a few times, I stay between 0.5 and 1 and get the best shaves out of all my razors.

[@geofatboy]

So you're a fan of the potato peeler at its nearly lowest setting?

[@starlodear2987]

@@geofatboy Yea, 0.5 for sharp blades and 1.0 for mild blades.

[@bogdanadzic9305]

​@@starlodear2987bs its maybe more dangerous buy less efficent i have to use it on 5 6 to get same results as r41 and its way easier to cut ys

[@bogdanadzic9305]

​@@starlodear2987it act bites me more on lower settings

[@jeremymorrison3494]

noice Geo, the R41 is a great razor to be sure

[@Shaverboy516]

Excellent shave Geo, I have the Futur, I go south to north under the lip and have no issues getting under the nose.

[@geofatboy]

At the lowest setting?

[@Shaverboy516]

@@geofatboy Yes, I can’t use the razor past 2, it’s too aggressive, but smooth, under the lip south to north on setting 1.

[@erdemozalp]

Hello Geo, Thanks for quality videos. I just changed my shaving style from mach3 or vs to traditional ones. I bought R41 grande and and 89 for trying all complications😊So again when i added to lots of blades again for comparison its going huge and huge formulas🎉So everyman has different feelings for shaving and tasted but everyone again should watch your videos to more clarify. Yes i know as a man we are not working on atomic fusion but we shave👨‍✈️I am the computer engineer and airline pilot so i have not enough time for spend,but last 30 days i just spend with your playlist. Thanks and have great shave and business 🕺🏻

[@louislucero6122]

I'm using the soap right now. I absolutely love it! It has a very classic soapy smell to it and lathers up. Super good. I would recommend it highly

[@geofatboy]

Thanks for sharing!! Have you tried the tube yet?

[@louislucero6122]

Not yet but only because I just use shaved soaps. But thanks for caring it

[@claudiustefanserban302]

Futur on 6 3 1 4 2 1 always gets me glass smooth! 6 3 1 with a astra like blades 4 2 1 with feather like blades

[@geofatboy]

Sounds like a winning formula!

[@ThecrosseyedTexan]

Q shave makes a knock off of that razor The future it really isn't bad. It peaked my interest enough to consider buying one and when I do I'm going to buy one from Shave Nation and get one of them nifty rubber coated handles

[@geofatboy]

Whenever you're ready! bit.ly/MerkurFuturSN

[@youknowthis69]

I really like my R41 but do find my skin doesn’t like it after a few occasions. Wouldn’t use it on my skin with a feather blade but it’s my go to for a quick one pass shave.

[@geofatboy]

It's definitely a time saver on a heavy beard!

[@OhioShaves]

Great comparison video

[@IORIYAGAMI32]

🇦🇷🇦🇷💪💪😎😎

[@eddyjimenez-scorpio]

How bout a shout out to Chicagos Geofatboy, only a chicagoan could make a snobby hobby like wetshaving so dwn to earth and cool. Thanx for all the years!

[@geofatboy]

I'm just havin' fun! Thanks for sharing the love!

[@BartBuzz]

Great comparison shave! But I knew the R41 and Futur@6 would be too aggressive for me 😉 Now if I only needed more shaving soap 🤣

[@geofatboy]

You do or you don't? If you do: bit.ly/AllShavingSoapsSN

[@CrappyProducts]

That's precisely my experience. I always run my Futur at 6 and it's really smooth, it cuts so well, but with the R41 I always feel I need to be extra careful maybe because of the teeth. I just wished they did an agressive Futur with a smaller head since it's tricky near the nose

[@geofatboy]

Sounds like a great idea for a new razor!

[@Jonathan-yh7cr]

Geo, have you ever had shaving cream not lather up? Curious to see a video on the fails!

[@geofatboy]

I think I have had, but its been very rare!

[@jeromehawkins8485]

I picked up some of Dr. Selby's soap and ointment. Great stuff. I'm pretty sure they're right about 400 shaves out of that tub. Great show down. I'll pass on the R41.

[@geofatboy]

So do you have like 320 left by now?

[@b10t3rr0r]

Is this the first time ever I saw Geofatboy to scratch skin with a safety razor?! huh.

[@geofatboy]

It proves I'm human right?

[@b10t3rr0r]

@@geofatboy It sure does! You should make a comparison between R41 and R41 GS, I would love to see one.

[@AndyPanda9]

I notice that you use a really steep angle on the R41 (riding the teeth). I'm impressed how quickly you shave and no blood letting. I'll have to try that steeper angle with the R41 and a feather but much more slowly than you 😆

[@jasiet]

It's an answer. Fast, brawe riding.

[@geofatboy]

Shave fast, shave slow... Whatever works best for you right?

[@IORIYAGAMI32]

Excellent shave🇦🇷💪😎

[@geofatboy]

Thanks Leandro!

[@razormichl2004]

nice video !!

[@borbetomagus]

It appears the Dr Selby Shaving Cream bowl was designed so you can set it on the top of the lid.

[@geofatboy]

Wait-Didn't I demonstrate that?

[@theoneandonlycarlton]

Hey Geo,Those Holes Aren't There For Air Exchange ,Pretty Sure Those Are So When You Sit The Wet Bowl On Top Of The Lid To Dry They Let Any Residual Water To Drain Out. Have A Great Shave Have A Great Day!

[@geofatboy]

You don't think they assist in venting the soap too?

[@theoneandonlycarlton]

@@geofatboy Naww Not Really IMHO I Think They're More Likely For Drainage From The Wet Bowl. I've Put An Airtight Lid On Some Of My Soaps And The Next Day They Were Dry. So I Really Doubt It LOL Hell Call The Company And Ask. Thanks For The Reply 👍

[@lordnekronow19]

Nice

[@justinjames1558]

r41 is now my go to but will mix it up with the Merker Progress 510👍

[@geofatboy]

Good choices!

[@claudiustefanserban302]

Thanks Geo! Was looking forward to this comparsion i love my Futur and progress but i dont get along with R41! I understand that r41 was changed around 2013 and newer model is less agressive compared to the original is it true?

[@geofatboy]

That is correct. I actually think my model is the earlier version.

[@mansoreaa]

Geo ,,, happy shave 🎉 In face-to-face comparisons, does being (right-handed or left-handed) not affect the way the razor is held and, consequently, shaving?

[@carfusz]

That comparison was probably one of the most popular questions in our mind. Thanks

[@geofatboy]

Hmmm, If you're the razor do you care if someone uses their right or left hand? It comes the same either way. Love the face to face comparison comment!

[@keweizhang5625]

hi Geofatboy good evening on Saturday which shaver you will talk about?

[@geofatboy]

And Now You Know... Which razor did I talk about?

[@belferragadel2629]

Greetings from Algeria. What do you think about what you razor future German marker and cheap Chinese qshave . I mean quality in the long run and more reliability. Thank you

[@geofatboy]

Have you ever heard the expression-You can't beat German engineering?

[@glory_warrior6213]

That’s one of the thickest coatings I have ever seen from a soap

[@geofatboy]

Nice!

[@oussamaayache503]

Nice 👍 ❤️

[@geofatboy]

Thanks 🤗

[@michaelhunyadi5087]

Nicely done. Like both razors. The Futur gets a bad rap frequently with the nose thing. I don't get why people are so reluctant to use the off hand to raise the snoz to improve your maneuvering.

[@brotakul]

screw it, i ordered both :D

[@berniescheid5286]

Hey I’m 60 years old too! Haha 😂🇨🇦

[@geofatboy]

Happy Birthday Bernie! isn't 60 the new 40?

[@belferragadel2629]

Greetings from Algeria. very sorry. Here this commodity does not exist. We are from the underdeveloped countries of the world. I intuition love the future marker. The best shave

[@geofatboy]

I'm glad you are able to watch at least. Thank you for your support!

[@Agerskiold]

I love my Futur 🪒

[@geofatboy]

Great razor!

[@Agerskiold]

@@geofatboy Indeed it is 👌🏼 I’ve had it for nearly 10 years. I actually think that you recommended it 👍🏼 It’s a heavy razor, but I tend to reach out for it again and again. I also take my last passes on setting 1 to finish the whole thing off.

[@donkee011]

Oh, the traditionally oriented Germans from South America... Well well, I wonder how they got there 😁😁

[@williamkilber8853]

Boyz from Brazil 🤔

[@geofatboy]

Interesting right?

[@depelabarak7632]

​@@williamkilber8853puta?

[@markb3146]

Being a cheapskate I bought the q-shave Futur knockoff, waiting for delivery. Being fairly new to DE razors after 40 years of cartridge, i'll take it slow ... if I like the razor, I'll get a real Futur... @geofatboy thanks for the great videos, you helped me get great technique for my shaves been 3 months now and life is sweet with my Merkur 23c.

[@boostedbliss07MK5]

I have a future clone & a real Merkur Futur. U should like the shave of the Q shave. Double check the blade gap on 3-6 from several angles to me sure the top plate cap is not skewed. I’ve noticed the clones tend to do that. The real Futur is nicer no doubt. The weight & ergos feel different. Hope u like the q

[@geofatboy]

Thanks for sharing!

[@geofatboy]

Satin, Silver or Gold?

[@boostedbliss07MK5]

@@geofatboy I was gifted the satin Merkur Futur & a stand. It’s gorgeous I proudly display it on the counter. The mingshi clone I got was black. I just got my dad a satin clone. He would be upset if I spent $100 on a razor for him. He let me give him my Henson because he knows I got it as a gift but I still had to twist his arm. He wanted to give it back & have me order him one. He is old school.