R41 VS Futur SHOWDOWN using Dr Selby Shaving Cream

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  • čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
  • 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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Komentáře • 105

  • @user-xb5zu6zu7j
    @user-xb5zu6zu7j Před rokem +12

    Finally someone answered the question Futur vs R41.

  • @matta8034
    @matta8034 Před rokem +14

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

      Thanks for watching and sharing Matt!

  • @righteousredneck777
    @righteousredneck777 Před rokem +9

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +2

      Good work Righteous! Medium or rare?

  • @TheRonniesoup
    @TheRonniesoup Před rokem +5

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

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +2

      Always looking to add quality products!

  • @terrym1065
    @terrym1065 Před rokem +4

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem

      Thanks for watching and commenting Terry. Enjoy your Sunday!

  • @kcc1762
    @kcc1762 Před rokem +5

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

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +2

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

  • @icecold2042
    @icecold2042 Před rokem +6

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

  • @thomaspowers6761
    @thomaspowers6761 Před rokem +4

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

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

  • @williamkilber8853
    @williamkilber8853 Před rokem +6

    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
      @mb2371 Před rokem +1

      It's the twilight zone

    • @williamkilber8853
      @williamkilber8853 Před rokem +1

      Indeed Mike 😆

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

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

    • @williamkilber8853
      @williamkilber8853 Před rokem

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

    • @williamkilber8853
      @williamkilber8853 Před rokem

      Typo ~ The Life ...

  • @joyghosh7239
    @joyghosh7239 Před rokem +4

    Finally I was waiting for this for an eternity Geo

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

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

  • @starlodear2987
    @starlodear2987 Před rokem +8

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +4

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

    • @starlodear2987
      @starlodear2987 Před rokem

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

    • @bogdanadzic9305
      @bogdanadzic9305 Před rokem

      ​@@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
      @bogdanadzic9305 Před rokem

      ​@@starlodear2987it act bites me more on lower settings

  • @Shaverboy516
    @Shaverboy516 Před rokem +4

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

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

      At the lowest setting?

    • @Shaverboy516
      @Shaverboy516 Před rokem +1

      @@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.

  • @jeremymorrison3494
    @jeremymorrison3494 Před rokem +4

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

  • @ThecrosseyedTexan
    @ThecrosseyedTexan Před rokem +4

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

      Whenever you're ready! bit.ly/MerkurFuturSN

  • @jonathanniccolls1592
    @jonathanniccolls1592 Před rokem +4

    Another great video, Mr. Geo! Thanks!

  • @louislucero6122
    @louislucero6122 Před rokem +2

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem

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

    • @louislucero6122
      @louislucero6122 Před rokem

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

  • @youknowthis69
    @youknowthis69 Před rokem +4

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +2

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

  • @claudiustefanserban302
    @claudiustefanserban302 Před rokem +4

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

      Sounds like a winning formula!

  • @eddyjimenez-scorpio
    @eddyjimenez-scorpio Před rokem +2

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem

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

  • @OhioShaves
    @OhioShaves Před rokem +3

    Great comparison video

  • @erdemozalp
    @erdemozalp Před rokem

    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 🕺🏻

  • @BartBuzz
    @BartBuzz Před rokem +2

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

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

  • @jeromehawkins8485
    @jeromehawkins8485 Před rokem +3

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +2

      So do you have like 320 left by now?

  • @borbetomagus
    @borbetomagus Před rokem +3

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

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem

      Wait-Didn't I demonstrate that?

  • @CrappyProducts
    @CrappyProducts Před 8 měsíci +1

    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
      @geofatboy  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Sounds like a great idea for a new razor!

  • @AndyPanda9
    @AndyPanda9 Před rokem +3

    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
      @jasiet Před rokem

      It's an answer. Fast, brawe riding.

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

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

  • @theoneandonlycarlton
    @theoneandonlycarlton Před rokem +2

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem

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

    • @theoneandonlycarlton
      @theoneandonlycarlton Před rokem

      @@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 👍

  • @Jonathan-yh7cr
    @Jonathan-yh7cr Před rokem +3

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

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

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

  • @IORIYAGAMI32
    @IORIYAGAMI32 Před rokem +2

    Excellent shave🇦🇷💪😎

  • @justinjames1558
    @justinjames1558 Před rokem +1

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

  • @b10t3rr0r
    @b10t3rr0r Před rokem +4

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

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

      It proves I'm human right?

    • @b10t3rr0r
      @b10t3rr0r Před rokem

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

  • @claudiustefanserban302
    @claudiustefanserban302 Před rokem +3

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

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

  • @lordnekronow19
    @lordnekronow19 Před rokem +2

    Nice

  • @oussamaayache503
    @oussamaayache503 Před rokem +2

    Nice 👍 ❤️

  • @mansoreaa
    @mansoreaa Před rokem +3

    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
      @carfusz Před rokem +1

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

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem

      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!

  • @razormichl2004
    @razormichl2004 Před rokem +2

    nice video !!

  • @michaelhunyadi5087
    @michaelhunyadi5087 Před rokem

    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.

  • @keweizhang5625
    @keweizhang5625 Před rokem +2

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

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem

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

  • @belferragadel2629
    @belferragadel2629 Před rokem +2

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem

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

  • @glory_warrior6213
    @glory_warrior6213 Před rokem +1

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

  • @brotakul
    @brotakul Před 5 měsíci

    screw it, i ordered both :D

  • @belferragadel2629
    @belferragadel2629 Před rokem +1

    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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem

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

  • @berniescheid5286
    @berniescheid5286 Před rokem

    Hey I’m 60 years old too! Haha 😂🇨🇦

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

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

  • @Agerskiold
    @Agerskiold Před rokem +1

    I love my Futur 🪒

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem +1

      Great razor!

    • @Agerskiold
      @Agerskiold Před rokem

      @@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
    @donkee011 Před rokem +3

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

  • @markb3146
    @markb3146 Před rokem +3

    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
      @boostedbliss07MK5 Před rokem +3

      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
      @geofatboy  Před rokem

      Thanks for sharing!

    • @geofatboy
      @geofatboy  Před rokem

      Satin, Silver or Gold?

    • @boostedbliss07MK5
      @boostedbliss07MK5 Před rokem

      @@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.