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Merkur Futur Brushed Steel Razor
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Merkur Futur Brushed Steel Razor Customer Reviews
£55.86
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No competition for Mach 3
3The tide is turning against this razor I think. I spent 1 month with it, it gives a close shave but it ripped the face off of me one morning. Always had to be careful to avoid cuts, and skin often felt 'abraded' afterwards. Went back to the powered Mach 3, it's like night and day. The powered Mach 3 is a faster shave, gets the bit under the nose which the Merkur can't do and is the best Gillette yet for avoiding cuts. Streets ahead of the Merkur. Yes, what is all the fuss about.
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Mixed
3This razor is beautifully made and looks lovely. The blades are relatively cheap so it will pay for itself. But it's taken a long time to adjust to the razor and I'm still not there yet. I haven't cut my face with it but I have nicked fingers, nostrils and ears when a bit sleepy. Previously I used a Mach3 with shaving oil but oil doesn't work for me with the Merkur and I've trawled through quite a few creams and gels. Finally settled on Aqueous Cream from Boots which we used on our daughters backside when she was a baby. It's dirt cheap, works well (for me) and can be used for lots of my other bathroomy needs. Shaving is still not a doddle but almost no rashes or in-growing whiskers which is a big plus.
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What is all the fuss about!!
2Yes it does provide an excellent close shave, but no better than a mach 3. The downside is that it slices straight through any minor spots rather than over them. So don't use unless your face is already smoother than the proverbial baby's bottom.
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Not for sensitive skin
2I bought this following the reviews and thought why not. The design and look is great, and principle behind it cost effective, however....I am not pleased with it as it requires a lot of concentration and double the time of the mach 3, if you have sensitive skin, it will cut you easily. Shaving gel/foam is not suitable for this product you need all the oils & creams etc I'm going to stick to mach 3 instead as it's easier & more comfortable for me, I'm sure this product could be great for others, not me
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Too many nicks
2I tried for about a month but invariably ended up with nicks - it is unforgiving if you have any moles or skin bumps. Shame - I really liked the idea and so many good reviews. But the shaver won't suit every one!
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Beware the hype!
1I bought this, and it's a beautiful piece of metal, but really unnecessarily heavy for a razor. I took a chunk out of my neck before learning to dramatically reduce the angle of the blade. After a month of shaving, I cleaned it up, bought new blades and gave it to a relative as a present. They've just admitted to me, months later, that they too have reverted to Mach 3 Turbo. I sympathised with them. It's just not for everyone.
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Waste of money
1I purchased this as I wanted to go back to old-style razor blade from Fusion. Must admit, however careful, ended up with cuts to face despite changing the setting on the razor (a good product for that). But it's just not the same and I don't want to go into work with nicks and cuts to my face. Gillette Fusion, here I come.
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Over rated
1I wonder how many of those people who wrote the glowing reviews above are still using the Merkur. There is a reason that man invented the Mach 3 and why people pay up to 2 quid per blade. If you want to go old school for a while and can stand the loss of blood then slice away. But this blast from the past is no match for the convenience and ease of use of the modern blades.
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Over-rated
1I really tried hard to get a good shave with this, given all the hype, but in the end it's just not that good. It left my skin feeing raw and doesn't get a close as a mach 3.
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What is the fuss about
1I have pretty fast growing and thick stubble and have been shaving pretty much every day for 15 years. For many many years I had been moaning about how bad a shave I was getting from the high street razors. I thought this might be the answer from all the good review, but have now realised thats just the way they are sorted. Come on Mankind, give a more unbiased view of products. Anyway, to the razor, I used it many times over a 2 week period, but continually found I had to go back to my mach 3 to finish off the job, even with it on the closest setting. I didnt cut myself too often apart from one time when it just tore my throat to shreds. As with other people, I found it only managed a few shaves per blade. I also found the head too big to do the lip comfortably, and heavy and unwieldy when slippery with foam. I am now back with the mac 3 and king of shaves serum, and can shave in a fraction of the time of with foam, with greater control and closeness, and less mess. Also the blades last a week, despite being used every day in both directions. I now appreciate what a good shave they give, that is about the only positive I have from buying this razor.
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Merkur Futur Brushed Steel Razor Customer Reviews
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