Merkur Solingen Futur Satin Finish Razor + 10 Pack Merkur Blades

by Merkur Solingen

Product Features

• Combines revolutionary craftsmanship and performance
• Retains the understated dignity of Old World shaving
• High quality, heavyweight safety razor
• Imported directly from Merkur of Solingen, Germany

Product Description

Merkur Solingen Futur Satin Finish Razor manages to combine revolutionary craftsmanship and performance in a design that retains the understated dignity of Old World shaving. Merkur Futur is an Adjustable Double Edge Safety Razor, chrome plated, with a satin finish. Merkur's patented fine adjustment system will give you optimum results. This high quality, heavyweight safety razor is 4 1/2" in length. The innovative handle conception offers command and comfort in the grip. For use with double edge razor blades. This Futur safety Razor comes packaged in a handsome gift box with 10 free Merkur Platinum Double Edges Razor blades. Quality you can count on as long as you have them. Imported directly from Merkur of Solingen, Germany.

Product Details

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• ASIN: B001E248VK
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,895 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good razor for someone new to safety razors., September 9, 2010

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J. Paskett (Idaho) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Merkur Solingen Futur Satin Finish Razor + 10 Pack Merkur Blades (Health and Beauty)

While searching for a place to purchase gillette fusion razor cartridges for less money I stumbled upon several forums devoted to double edge safety razors. Because I was spending nearly $15 for every pack of 4 replacement cartridges the thought of 100 double edge razor blades for the same price became very appealing. What's more most of these forums have indepth reviews of razors, and lengthy discussion about the advantages of shaving with a double edge safety razor. So after a great deal of research I decided to take the plunge and try using a safety razor. I chose the Merkur Futur for its adjustability and the many good reviews.

A few things to note about this razor and my experience as someone new to safety razors. First I have enjoyed the challenge of using a safety razor. The Futur feels very natural in the hand and has a good heft to it. But it does require a great deal of caution to avoid razor burn and cuts. I realize this has more to do with ones own ability and the type of blade used, however it is still influenced to some degree by the angle your razor holds the blade at and the weight of the razor. That said if you have read this far you are likely considering the switch to a safety razor and I think it important to evaluate how much time you can devote to shaving each day. For me to get a close shave and to avoid razor burn or cuts, multiple passes in a slow and cautious manner are necessary. While I like taking the time if it is available (I find it somewhat therapeutic) I am a law student and often stay up late doing homework and wake up early with little time to shave. Under these circumstances it is often difficult for me to find the time everyday to devote to a 15 or 20 minute shave. If you aren't on a time crunch and would like to save money this is a good option.

If you are looking for a specific razor I can say that I believe this razor to be exceptionally well made and one that will likely last forever. But in all honesty as I have only used this safety razor and have no other safety razor to compare it to, my review is subjective and limited as a result. However after using this razor for the last 8 months and with all of the previously mentioned considerations I can still say that I would purchase it again. My plan at this point is to purchase a panasonic ES 8103 electric razor, to use on the days I just don't have time for this and to continue using this razor to get a close shave and enjoy shaving on the days that I have the extra time necessary.

5 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars This seller is not a customer service oriented., March 30, 2010

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This review is from: Merkur Solingen Futur Satin Finish Razor + 10 Pack Merkur Blades (Health and Beauty)

When I received this item I was disappointed with the workmanship so I sent a few emails to the seller and questioned if this is a real genuine Merkur product but I never had an answer. Seller can't be reached after the item is paid; won't respond to e-mail, questions or enquiries. I'll never buy from this seller ever again.

5.0 out of 5 stars exceptionally well deigned & constructed, November 6, 2011

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Dave J. Maron (Arizona) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Merkur Solingen Futur Satin Finish Razor + 10 Pack Merkur Blades (Health and Beauty)

This is my second Merkur double edge safety razor, the first having a long handle and comb guard. The differences are right ot there to see and feel. The Futur is a technological whiz, finely designed and rafted. Maybe even a little over-built. The handle is long and wide, it is quite heavy and the adjustments for blade/skin contact start with fairly aggressive and goon from there. This means letting the weight of the razor do the work. Blade replacement and cleaning are simple as pie and the finish doesn't show any signs of wear after several weeks use. There was a slight hiccup with the order, but the vendor was forthright and took care of it quickly and completely.