DOVO Safety Razor Futur Chrome, 100 g, 1 Stück

WOW WOW WOW WOW WOW!!!!!! I loooooooooove this razor indedinitely I have honestly and 100% NEVER shaved with a DE (double edged) razor before and was wondering and intrigued and curious as to what all the fuss about DE shaving was about I spent a good month looking at DE razors online and all the different types, designs, shapes, sizes, functions etc.... and the design of this one caught my eye and I loved how it looked and looked at reviews online from at least 6 different sited and was immediately impressed by the look, weight, sound and functions of this DE razor and saw at LEAST 3 rip-off versions of this genuine Merkur Futur razor on here and elsewhere and thought to myself "Why are people buying these cheaper versions when they can get the original and best in terms of build and engineering quality" Fair enough I get that some people maybe can't afford this German branded razor BUT think about it this way - most cartridge blade shavers spend £20 give or take on blades every 8-10 weeks on average - that's £100 a year at LEAST on replacement cartridges You can get 100 blades (yes that's right - 100 blades) for a DE razor for £20 or less and you can get at least 5, maybe 6 shaves per blade before it needs changing (I've worked out I change my blade after 6 shaves) Assuming you shave 3 times a week (like I do) and one blade lasts 2 weeks, that's 200 weeks (or 4 years) in which 100 blades would have been used and for £20, that's a ridiculous amount of saving AND you're easily getting a better, closer and smoother shave over cartridge blade razors So whilst the savings on the blades are significant and obvious, spend £60 on the real genuine German built Merkur Futur and rest assured that it will be of excellent quality and not a cheap rip-off version which could rust and most importantly not fit the blades properly, which in turn will be very costly and damaging to your face Bottom line - I wish I switched to DE shaving 20 years ago but better late than never The other products in my pictures are the Proraso red shaving cream which just smells out of this world, a Proraso after shave balm cream which was sent to me as a trial and that feels and smells even more amazing, my Razorock plissoft brush which is EXTREMELY soft and king of shaves shaving oil which I apply before brushing my face with shaving cream When I shave now, I use a hand towel and use boiling hot water from the kettle and wet the middle of the towel, wring out excess water and apply to my face gently (NOT whilst it's still boiling hot straightaway) and hold it on my face until it cools down (this is my home version of a Turkish hot towel shave) I then apply the shave oil all over (including neck and sides of my neck where the hair grows) wash my hands (the oil is quite slippery obviously), lather up my cream in a bowl for a minute or so, apply to my face and do my first pass on number 1 of the Merkur Futur razor with the grain, apply more lather to my face, second pass against the grain on number 3 and apply lather for a 3rd and final time on number 5 and finish off any areas I may have missed Don't forget to rinse the razor under warm/hot water inbetween shaving End result - baby bum smooth face and an invigorating and fresh feeling I actually look forward to and enjoy shaving now whereas with a cartridge razor, I couldn't wait to finish I see shaving as an art now and love it so much that I could shave 24/7 !!!!!! Oh and by the way - I can actually HEAR the razor cutting the hair/stubble off as I glide the razor on my face - something I never heard with any cartridge razor and to hear it do it's job is a somewhat new but weird feeling (in a good way) and the feedback from the razor is just insanely wicked I would seriously suggest and strongly recommend buying this over the 3 rip-off versions because you're paying for quality and build and it's no secret that Germany are known for their exquisite attention to detail and engineering When I finish my shave, I take off the "lid" of the razor, wipe the sides of the blade with a kitchen towel and replace ready for my next shave The whole process from boiling the kettle to finishing cleaning my razor takes 20 minutes at the most and it's something I love doing With a cartridge razor, it took 5 minutes to have a shave and I couldn't wait for those 5 minutes to pass You may need to click on the pictures I've left to see their full resolutions as I believe they don't always look good as thumbnails I'm happy to answer any questions and help in any way possible

I’ve been using an Edwin Jagger DE89 and a Mühle R41 for around 15 years and recently decided to give the Merkur Futura a try, as I wanted a single razor that could do what the other two can, especially now that I travel a lot. Wow, what a razor. It’s much, much smoother than either of the other two, with build quality that’s just as good. Blade changes are easier, and the adjustable gap means it can handle anything from a few days’ growth to a full week of stubble. Just turn the handle, set the gap, and off you go. I can now take one razor instead of two, which is ideal for travel. Highly recommended.

I bought this razor 9 months ago mainly for the design and in the hope of a better shave. It's the most recent purchase in my collection of 4 DE razors and probably the last. I love the weight and solid feel. Blades are easy to load. The main benefit for me is the ability to adjust the settings. Settings 2 or 3 are fine for my medium coarse beard. The higher settings are good for making a clean line under the sideburns. Other reviewers have commented on the size of the razor head and difficulty shaving under the nose. There is a technique for this which is relevant to all DE razors. Suggest looking for YouTube videos. I have the polished chrome version. The handle is very smooth and grip can be difficult when wet but not a major problem. The only other issue is that the adjustment on my razor sometimes sticks and needs a very strong grip to twist the adjustment mechanism. Not wise with a blade in situ. The shave is no better than my cheapest DE razor which cost around £20 but worth it for the quality. In my experience over several years of DE razor shaving, the blade is the biggest influence on the comfort and quality of the shave. Gillette 7 o'clock Is my favourite.

In common with a lot of people I went to a safety razor in exasperation with the cost of cartridges, plus the unpleasantness of the experience using them. I don't understand how it took me so long! First of all there is quality of the manufacture, lovely shiny chrome and a weighty feel that allows the razor to do the work. No pressure needed just let it glide and do the job. The adjustability drew me to this razor, 1 is mild, 6 aggressive but because it is thread driven the razor allows any setting in between which is a great idea. Paired with Astra blades and good soap the shaving experience is actually a pleasure, first time in 50+ years of this man's life that he has said that. One pass with the grain and one across and I am done for a normal day. Now and again I do a third. Short strokes and taking a little time I've not cut myself at all. The shiny handle does not slip in my hand, blade loading and cleaning is a breeze and I really cannot fault this razor at all. It feels great in the hand the weight is somehow reassuring and imo lends to the quality of the shave. One point to note is the head feels large the first few times and I did wonder how this would work initially but I've found it no issue at all. In terms of settings I am happy on 1 (mild) or 1.5ish to two if I want totally smooth I don't feel the need to go higher but the option is there for those that need it. Utterly brilliant piece of kit 23/3/18 Update after living with this razor a while. I'm still using this razor at the same settings and it performs excellently. I've had it opened out to 3.5 a couple of time and for my skin/beard that's about as far as I'd go. You need to take a deal more care but as this is pretty aggressive and feels akin to my R41! For me that's not an everyday shave. My normal shave remains a two but a couple of days a week I'll go three. The Astra blades are working brilliantly and shaving every day of the week (never been able to do that with a cartridge) I really enjoy the morning experience of it.

I started shaving more than thirty years ago and one year ago I returned to using a traditional safety razor. I've experimented with a couple of basic razors. In re-learning the technique, I discovered a little shaving oil, shaving cream, hot water and a good long-haired brush suit my skin. I've tried various blades and settled on Feather as giving the most consistently sharp and lasting edge. I've learned which parts of my face need more care and how to get a quick and very clean shave with two passes. Upgrading the razor to the Merkur Futur was the finishing touch to a regime I'm mostly happy with, and I have to say, I'm sorry to say I didn't get one of these sooner. The razor is beautifully made, the adjustable settings straightforward, and since it has a bit of heft, it feels great in the hand. As most of the reviews I've read about the Futur suggest, I started out on setting one, moving up a little at a time to reach an optimum cut. No real pressure is needed as others mention, the razor does a lot of the work for you, but this also means you can keep it under control. Keep the soap off your hands if you want to avoid it spinning around, There's an area under my chin that needs an awkward right-left pass because of the direction of the hair growth. This has always been tricky, even with the multi-blade razors I'd used for years. The Futur provides - for the first time since I last used a traditional razor in my twenties - a clean shave, no pulling, no burn. Before buying it, I read the numerous reviews of this and other traditional razors. There is a lot of enthusiasm for the Futur and I'm glad to share mine. I won't need another razor unless I lose this one!

I always used cartridges from the age of about 16 up until about 35, when I stopped shaving and went to stubble with an electric razor. I would occasionally shave it off using a cartridge. More recently at the age of 43, I decided to have a go at trying a double edge razor. I did lots of research online and decided to buy this. The packaging is very German...quite uninspiring, so on initial looks, it might look underwhelming as a gift or present, but opened up, out of the box, this is a beautiful looking razor and feels special. Someone had bought me a shave cream for Christmas, so I was eager to try this out. It did not disappoint. I've started on the least aggressive setting, 1. I took my time as the blades are very sharp and was nervous. Do not attempt to change the setting whilst wet as there's a good chance your hand could slip and cut. I've let the razor do the work as it's got a good, weighty feel to it. It looks fantastic and cuts superbly well with the Merkur blade that comes supplied with it. It's quite a high initial outlay, but I'll have it for life as I'll clean after use and look after it. It oozes quality and engineering. On reflection, I might have started with a cheaper razor such as the 34C or Edwin Jagger DE89 or Parker variant...but I might get one of those too as I now feel I've missed out all these years. This type of shaving, whilst needing a bit more skill and respect, delivers a closer shave and a massive reduction in cost in the long term. I'm actually enjoying shaving now and will never go back to cartridges again. This is an awesome razor and I would thoroughly recommend it.

The quality is high, it feels solid and premium. But it is slippery, absolute too slippery. I cut my finger very badly trying to change the settings. I won't use it anymore.

First impression was very good the razor is gorgeous. The weight is reassuring and the whole thing feels solid and well built. The balance is perfect and even with the smooth handle the grip feels solid and secure. Blade installation is easy but a word of caution. Do not try to adjust the razor with a blade in the chance of you cutting yourself is high as the entire handle has to be rotated and with a blade in the only safe way to hold the head would be by the thin edge which detaches to install the blade. For a first head shave (I only shave my head not my face as I have a beard) I left 2 days growth and set it to 3 to get an idea of the severity. This razor is aggressive! Even on this mid setting you can feel the aggression. There is nothing in front of the blade. Once you get the angle though this will remove stubble with ease. This razor takes some getting used to and practice but gave a very satisfying smooth shave. The question everyone asks is how does it compare to the R41? I have both and would sum it up as the R41 is an efficient razor while this is aggressive. On 3.5 this is as aggressive as the 41. Not for beginners and the size of the head takes some getting used to. A very good razor and I would recommend.