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
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.
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.
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
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 ?
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
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.
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. :)
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!
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!
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"?
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!
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.
@@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.
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.
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.
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...😂
@@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....
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.
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
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!!!
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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
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
@@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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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!
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
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.
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: th-cam.com/video/nydOxEvoJmk/w-d-xo.html
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.
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 ❤️
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!
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.
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.
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.
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!
#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.
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.
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).
I love my Gillette Super 109 "Black Beauty" from 1970.
I want something more modern, but that Gillette just works so damn well :-)
That Gillette at the beginning was what my grandfather taught me how to shave with. Great memories.
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
Thanks so much Shane! Your positive comments and support are greatly appreciated by me!
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.
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.
Thanks for sharing. Maybe one day Gillette will wise up and reproduce them!
@@geofatboy Thanks my distant friend. Great channel.
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?
Try a blade sampler first.
Have you tried the Astra SP? shavenation.com/search?q=astra+green
Hell yeah! I'm leaving July 25th for San Diego. Glad to see someone I'll be in a similar situation as!
A little late, but thanks for your service fellas. Hope you’ve had some great shaves since these comments. Cheers!
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
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 ?
We have lots of aluminum and marine grade stainless steel razors: bit.ly/AllSafetyRazorsSN
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
More blade exposed-more aggressive shave.
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.
Hi Dave! I saw-read your brush comparison and it we feel the same. Spot On!
@@geofatboy Thanks Geo! Stay safe mate,
Dave. 😁😁
My favorite adjustable is the Gillette slim 🪒💈🧼
Great razor!
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. :)
Thanks G-I'm glad you're expanded your shaving horizons!
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?
1958 - 1962 I believe.
I'm guessing they worked on improving it every 1/4 along the way!
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!
Thanks 👍 Terry Glad you enjoyed it.
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!
Couldn't agree more! Thanks Red.
@@geofatboy you’re most welcome Geo!
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"?
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!
Thanks for sharing David. Yours may have been made in USA-Lucky You! But they are now made in China.
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.
@@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.
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!
@@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.
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.
Thanks for sharing! Did you only use one of the plates then for all passes?
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.
Phoenix Artisan Accoutrements makes a nice adjustable safety razor
Do include and review Pearl adjustable
Thanks for the request!
Gillette Slim is my favorite adjustable . They were built to last and easy to use
Nice!
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.
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...😂
@@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....
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.
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.
The Fatboy for historic reasons then long handle Progress...
Im rocking a merkur futur with parker razor blades. Been really nice especially with 3 pass routine
Nice!
Great video and well needed to explain how each razor works! Thanks for posting this video!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks Bryan.
The number of adjust mean that the hair length in another word can it shave 0.5 mm like electric shaver ?
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
Thank you for sharing-All the best from the USA.
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!!!
Awesome, thank you Michael!
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.
Being able to adjust in the face of beard adversity is a great thing!
Hello buddy, what’s your opinion on the Vikings Blade Emperor Adjustable Razor ( Meiji edition )?
How does it compare with the rest?
Haven't tried it...
Love me some Adjustables there my favorite
Are there any available adjustable razors that are available that have the “positive click” feature that you mentioned the old Gillette fat boy had?
Vikings Blade has several adjustable razors. Have you ever used VB?
Nope
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?
Some soaps are good for 4-5 years... Derby and Arko come to mind
@@geofatboy Thanks. I wouldn't have thought I could keep them for that long.
Hey Geo which is more aggressive in your opinion the Merkur progressive or Parker variant or Rockwell model T?
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.
@@geofatboy thanks Geo really appreciate it
I just make order for rockwell 6c and muhle r41 I now use merkur 34 c and I want to try a different razor
Variety is the spice of life!
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!
Thank you kindly Mike!
Vikings blade have a couple of ajustables and yaqi has a flip plate style.
Adding price points would be good
Ppl say futur is too aggressive. Is that so? Is that aggressive as r41 or more?
The Futur is adjustable so you can tone it down to your liking.
The R41 is always in Beast Mode!
@@geofatboy i bought ikon 104 .beast mode
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.
Thats Awesome Laura! Thanks for sharing, always great to hear from a leg shaver's prospective.
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.
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.
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
Gilette C King
I've been wanting a Vision razor, but 300 dollars used on ebay, just can't do it!
Like I said-Just like real estate... Supply and demand. Don't think the price will be going down.
I love my Merkur Progress and Rockwell 6C. Never quite had a comfortable shave with my Variant.
Thanks for sharing! Adjust-Flip-Adjust!
Any of those razors you shown are low profile?. Great video. Thanks
This one is Low Profile:
shavenation.com/collections/boker-safety-razors/products/boker-low-profile-closed-comb-safety-razor
@@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.
I just loved the Fatboy... and thanks to Internet, a guy in Nebraska will now ship a 1961 Fatboy to me in Sweden 😃
It's a beautiful thing! The razor and the internet...
I want the new Safety razors
Hey Geo, can you review Bump Stopper 2?
Not real familiar with that one, but I will look into it. Thanks for the request.
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.
Thank you for your long term support. +18 million views ain't bad! th-cam.com/users/geofatboy
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.
Variety is the spice of life! Enjoy.
awesome work, loved watching 🙂
Great informative video Geo.
Glad you enjoyed it
Love your vids mate, friendly and informative. Thank you.
Thanks James!
Will you have homelike taiga razor in your website anytime soon?
If they want to supply them to us sure.
Another great video! I love my G1 Fatboy ! 14.00 shipped I got it about 2 weeks ago.
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
Thanks for sharing Peter!
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.
"Some People Call Me Maurice!"-On my wish list are the Slim and even more the Toggle versions!
@@geofatboy I have two Slim's one unused restored one used occassionally but no Toggle.
Really informative I enjoyed it.
Glad it was helpful!
I love Merkur progress very effective shaving and very simple mechanism.
Agreed, it's a great razor!
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.
Very nice review sir 👍
Thanks 👍
Tengo la misma en la cajita
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...
Nicely said, nicely done, Nice Razor!
I like the new Safety razors
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.
Progress is a great choice 👊
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.
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.
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.
@@geofatboy I believe 1955, Imagine if Gillette still made a fatboy today.
@@Shaverboy516 I would not be opposed. As long as we can sell them at shavenation.com/
...nice and exhaustive review... the merkur progress rules IMHO
Thanks Cas! and-I wasn't too tired after it-JK!
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The Merkur Futur is in the "public domain" now. 🤔
So that means anyone can reproduce it?
Yes.
Do a review of the yaqi final cut razor :3 it's a clone of the gibbs 15/17
Lovely presentation!👏👏👏
Thanks a lot
I prefer butterfly adjustable l, looks more adorable for me😉
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.
Hi geo can you do a shave with the timor open comb nice one 👍
Thanks for your request!
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.
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...
Kindest regards from Poland! Next great movie :)
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!
@@tolaras2 This is not a Polish word, it's Russian. There are many translations, best to ask someone from Russia.
@@boobson00 Thank you very much! 👍
Thanks Pawel! Greatly appreciated. Best from the USA.
Dziękuję bardzo! Cieszę się, że lubisz moje filmy. Dziękuję za Twoje wsparcie.
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
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.
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: th-cam.com/video/nydOxEvoJmk/w-d-xo.html
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.
Comprehensive and informative thank you Sir.
Thanks very much Robby! Glad you enjoyed it.
Nice information
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 ❤️
Very cool! Great collection!
Muy buenos tus vídeos.....
A mí me gusta el fat boy y el Mercur futur 😁
¡Muchas gracias! Estoy feliz de que te gusten.
Good stuff, very interesting!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks Jack
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!
Efferdent comes through in the clutch!!!!!!!!
A history lesson again from the back alley...you should have a black light in the background!!! LMAO great show GEO
Thanks Jeff! Greatly appreciated. Why the back alley? You mean like an underground video?
Fantastic 👍
Thanks!
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.
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.
I feel your pain... I would much rather turn a dial mid shave than flip a plate. Especially with shaving cream laden fingers.
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.
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!
#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.
The case only comes in a kit... unless we crack one and sell it as scratch and dent...
I think that if you are going to buy an adjustable razor, don’t bother with the flip ones. So much messing around.
Thanks for your input Vig!
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.
@@manfrommeeteetse3880 It becomes quite annoying fiddling around flipping plates in middle of a shave. When all you have to do is twist a dial.
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? 🤣
Obviously. In 10 years you will get the second one for free :)
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).
Then you will have wondered "What If" for 10 years... Crack that baby open and get to work!
@@geofatboy Thanks Geo! I'm gonna go for it!
If you don't use it for 10 years, you'll have to start with a weed wacker
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Thanks Tito!
Not the old razor 🪒
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Gillette Slim Adjustable & Super Adjustable - They're ll you need to know about great adjustable shaving. Everything else is just a wannabe.