Epic Beard Shaving Challenge: Muhle R41 vs. Merkur Futur vs. Parker Variant
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
- In this video, we dive into the world of premium safety razors, specifically the Muhle R41, Merkur Futur, and Parker Variant. Join us as we demonstrate how these exceptional razors effortlessly tackle 30-day beard growth, providing a smooth and precise shave.
Discover the unique features and design elements of each razor, as we showcase their superior craftsmanship and performance. We'll guide you through the proper technique and share valuable insights to ensure a comfortable and irritation-free shaving experience.
Whether you're a seasoned wet shaver or new to the world of safety razors, this video is packed with valuable information and practical demonstrations. Say goodbye to the hassle of daily shaving and embrace the efficiency and satisfaction of removing 30-day growth with these exceptional razors.
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I just want to say I appreciate that you ACTUALLY shave with the razors you review, unlike other channels where they only shave their cheeks...
I feel like it's insincere to review a razor without trying it on the sensitive parts of the face.
Thank you for the quality content.
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Possibly one of the most satisfying shaves I have seen in a long time (except for the part you sliced your lower face clean 🤕). Never knew it was possible to tackle 30 long days of growth with just a safety razor. Quality content right there, David #OhioShaves
Much appreciated. Thanks for your support.
Looks like the Futur was just cruising thro the beard compared to the others👌
Sure did. I thought the Parker was easier to use and the feel of the razor was best overall
I would have originally bought the Futur, but the lack of texture turns me away. The knurled grip on the Variant is nice and grippy even with soapy wet hands. Great video.
Totally agree
I've only been shaving with rockwell 6c. My wife is going to make me wait for Christmas to try out my T2 but I don't mind. I can't imagine that it can get much better than the 6c other than the easier blade change😂😂I know clippers first will make it faster but I've cut thru some thick hair pretty quick and easy with just the razor...
It's a great video. Can wait to go live with it
I imagine the open comb on that R41 is going to cut good. Idk we will have to see😜
Получил удовольствие в очередной раз. Вы профессионал высокого уровня. Объективные обзоры и интересные!
Спасибо
Nice shave video David👍🏾. I run from aggressive razors for now, being quite new in wet shaving😊. But good to watch the awesome wonders of old school DE razors mowing down a month's beard growth! Wow!
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Thanks 👍
Very impressive full beard shave using DE safety razors! You definitely proved that DEs can do the job. It was also impressive that you managed to only get a couple of nicks. I'm not surprised that the R41 gotcha. To my eyes the R41 blade gap/exposure doesn't look that aggressive...but "looks" can be deceiving, I rarely use the R41. When I do, if I focus and use a very light touch, I can get an almost BBS shave in two passes. It must feel good to have a clean-shaved face again!
Thanks. Yeah, the beard was driving me nuts and I finally had the energy to make the video.
Honesty man. Idk what it is. If its your content or your filming style or just you and your personality but theres no better SR channel out there. Keep it up. Looking forward to those Yates Razers. #ohioshaves
I appreciate that!
Started DE shaving last year after stumbling across vids like this...took a while to get it right and didnt think the blood and pain was worth it, but i got it right and look forward to shaving. Still use a very enrty level Wilkinson Sword razor i got from my local supermarket but looking to upgrade. My beck is very sensitive but for Proraso White and Nivea brilliant for me. Keep up the good work!!
Thanks
Clippers would be quickest, but between those 3, I think Merkur Futur will win.
Merkur was last year’s winner
@@OhioShaves That new parker open comb is amazing.
Vaya corte con la R41!!
Ni el alumbre cortaba el sangrado, te has confiado al pasarla tan rápido en una zona tan delicada.
Sí, es una de esas navajas con las que hay que tener cuidado.
I've went back and forth between The Twig, Merkur 34C, Merkur Futr,Wishi and a old gold Gillette with a barber pole handle. I always tend to go back to my old faithful which is the Merkur 34C. It doesn't cut me up and leaves my face smooth. I went ahead and packed the others up and i'm sticking to my 34C.
Very nice!
Strapped in and ready to rock !!
Thanks brother
I've asked for a clipper set for Christmas. Here's hoping I get it!
Great pairing like you said for taking down heavy growth.
Also aiming to do my own hair. The Henson has been excellent for neck shaves, so it keeps me sharp between cuts. The clipper will ideally let me keep my hair at a constant clean length and look without spending a fortune at the barber shop 😅
Great news. The clippers make a huge difference. Glad to help
Thanks for showing the efficiency of these razors.
The next time you try this I hope you can try a single edge razor, like the open comb RazoRock Hawk V3.
I think it's more efficient and comfortable (once you get use to it) due to the thicker blades.
Noted
Parker looks smoother than the futur.
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Nice to see you trying the Futur again. I know it’s not your favorite. I noted the right blade really tames it. I like treet falcon Carbon steel blades. The rigid blade make the Futur not so wild. Parker did an excellent job on the open comb variant. It’s my favorite open comb. I got the same satin finish as u have here. I already have 2 of Parker’s “graphite” finish so didn’t want them all the same.
Nice
I like my Parker best for daily use. I like the Futur better than the R41.
very aggressive if you want them to be
I always enjoy watching your videos they're definitely high-quality to me and you do a great job #OhioShaves
Thanks my friend. A lot goes into editing videos, and I believe it shows.
Would make a super Xmas present!!!
Yes
I've just been looking at the merkur futur for my next razor, great video!
#ohioshaves
Right on!
I’ve only been seeing your videos for the last week but I’ve learned enough to start using double edge razors. Your honest reviews have help me made my decisions on what to purchase. Thank you. #ohioshaves
Glad to help. Thanks for your support
The open comb Parker looks beautiful. Glad to see it performs well against a lot of hair growth. #OhioShaves
I love it!
Great video. Thanks. Go Browns!!🎉
Glad you enjoyed! We need a win
#OhioShaves much respect for the R41…I saw it on the first shave video I watched…when I used it, I think I removed my top layer of skin in addition to my beard…lol
Right on!
Would love to see the R41 against a gillette old type open comb or FATIP piccolo, both of which are made of 100% brass.
That could happen. Great suggestion.
Congratulations to all three winners!
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I currently own the Merkur Futur and use it not just for face shaves but for full head shaves as well. So far, best blade to pair with the Futur, is KAI- just as sharp as Feather Blades, but has a much more smoother and refined feeling to its edge, and has a much more durable edge as well.
I also shave with nothing else but just water. Tried using soaps and foams but I just couldn't get that smooth shave that I'm looking for. Did some experimentation and, out of curiosity, tried shaving with just water(pre-shave prep was to keep the area I was about to shave wet for at least 5 minutes), and I got the close shave I was looking for. In the beginning, it kinda stung a bit after, because my skin wasn't yet used to it, so I could only shave twice a week.
But after 2 weeks, my skin has adapted and i didn't have any post-shave stinging or irritation anymore. And I can even shave more often, even every other day for my head shaves(sometimes even everyday, but using only the 1.5 setting). For my regular, every other day head shaves, I'd usually set the blade-gap at either 4.5 or 5. For blades that are at the tail-end of their shaving lifespan, I'd go as high as the #6 setting.
Am now looking to buy another razor, and is torn between the Parker VARIANT- Open Comb and The GoodFellas Smile SYNTESI-Stainless Steel.
All great razors. Goodfellas is a really good razor that stands out in my experience
@@OhioShaves Thanks man! Though I have this thing for adjustables, being able to set the blade exposure to my personal preference, I've been really starting to lean towards the Syntesi. Though, the Variant-OC is still tugging at my heart-strings a bit, still won't let go; hehehe...
It's a divisive razor for sure, but I absolutely love the Futur. Been shaving with one exclusively for the last 15 years. I get some pretty smooth and epic shaves using Bic Chrome Platinums, or Personna Comfort Coats. That said, I'm eyballing something in stainless as I recently had to replace some of the Zamak parts in mine (mainly due to neglect on my part). Don't know if I should go with a Muhle Rocca, EJ 3one6, or something from Timeless. I do like the versatility of an adjustable though.
Timeless makes some really nice razors
#OhioShaves
I’m glad you’re shaving again. I was missing your shaving videos.
Thanks brother
Great comparison the R41 is to be respected I have the variant straight bar it’s my favorite adjustable #OhioShaves
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Love the real in this. Nicks happen. I've gotten better but I have to say knowing that even experts nick themselves keeps me from getting too in my head about it.
Thanks
Great shave 🪒 so satisfying to see you mow down your beard with such ease.
#ohioshaves
Glad you enjoy it!
Great video!
Glad you enjoyed it
#ohioshaves
Cheers to the great reviews on wet shaving !!! Appreciate all the efforts….. Happy Holidays✨✨✨
Much appreciated!
I always shave wirh a Futur at level 1 or 2 and is by far my smoothest shaver. At this level I don't have to pay much attention while I'm shaving. Great video, btw
Yeah, like I said, there's a ton of people in the wet shaving community that just love this razor and I can see why. The engineering of this razor is absolutely off the charts. I'm sure if I spent more time with it become one of my favorite razors, that being said. I love this razor for removing a ton of growth. It is just a joy to shave with on the highest setting
@@OhioShaves Very satisfying to watch. Never had a 30 day beard... (very itchy 😄)
Greetings from Portugal 🇵🇹
Thanks@@nunomiranda80
#OhioShaves
hey dave great video dude, the against the grain was unexpected 😂, Merry Christmas 😊
It was. I have a ingrown hair to prove it. Merry Christmas
So funny that I learned wet shaving with a Merkur Futur set, not 1-6, but bought used and unknowingly set to 13-18. It took buying a cheap Futur clone to realize it and that I could fix it.
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i use derby on my futur, only on futur, and astra or feather on my other razors. anything above 4 on futur is just crazy in my opinion.
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#OhioShaves
You are a braver man than I, going in with three maxed out razors. I think the following day would be the proof of how well you did with regards to irritation.
No irritation at all. Just a scab where the R 41 cut my skin.
@@OhioShaves well that is fantastic to hear!
Lucy
Superb shave
#ohioshaves
Entry to win the Henson, thank you
Thank you much
Always a pleasure watching you. #ohioshaves
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My vote is R41. Blade feel does not mean irritation. (I use R41 & Rockwell 6c).
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When I took off my beard on the first of the month following No-Shave November, I used the Parker 65R for my first pass before switching to my Merkur 34c for the remainder. Parker razors are surprisingly aggressive, and the 65R took off that thirty days' worth of whisker growth with ease. I have the closed-comb Parker Variant and am quite happy with it. Depending on how my finances go next year, I may get the open comb version to see how it compares. I don't have the Merkur Futur, nor am I particularly interested as I have my long handled Progress that serves me just fine and looks a lot better aesthetically (in my opinion). I think if I can get a Muhle R89 and an Edwin Jagger DE89, that should complete my razor collection.
Nice. Thanks for sharing
#OhioShaves. I prefer the milder razors. The three you used today tear up my face.
I can understand that
#OhioShaves
very nice video!!!
Thank you much
Great video. I regularly wait a few weeks between shaves but almost always use the clippers first. I do it mainly because as you know shaving off that much growth is very irritating in the skin. #ohioshaves
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#ohioshaves great video comparison! #thanks !
Thanks for watching
I call my Muhle R41 GS "the German piranha on a stick". And with reason. But it's great for my neck. One pass is all it needs. So no irritation on my neck.
That's great
impressive beard shave 👍
Thank you much
#ohioshaves love the Henson. At 2 in the house. Looking to get to 6 so all of us have one ❤
Nice. Great razor
Great shave! The Parker Variant Open Comb is a winner. #OhioShaves
It sure is!
Great video, you're putting these razors to test with all that growth! :)
I have the mild Henson and would love to compare it to the medium. #OhioShaves
Cool, thanks!
Hi!
Nice and interesting video like ever!
For me, the Parker Variant oc looks nice with it's curved oc and not as needle picking like the other oc, which can feel like you nicked yourself, but it was only the open comb.
Have a nice Advent.
Greetings from Germany
Christian
#OhioShaves
Thanks for sharing!
#ohioshaves
Great shave today, man! Always satisfying to mow through that kinda growth :)
It sure is!
#OhioShaves You go man! That's a great giveaway!
Thank you much
#ohioshaves
Have to give you credit for using 3 beast razors, the Futur is no joke on setting 6, all three are efficient at mowing all that beard growth.
Is was a great show today
#ohioshaves
just used my first de razor yesterday. Didn't feel like i got the best shave but I'm still learning. Might up the aggression next time since i did a 3 on the t2.
Good call. That razor is easy to dial in. Keep bumping it up.
My last shave was a bit of a rough one... I need to heed your advice regarding NOT putting any force on the razor and letting the weight and blade do the work.
It's a good tip
I have shaved a full beard off with the R41 and it was smooth. The potato peeler (Futur) is very aggressive so I am sure it will do a great job. The Futur is bulky and horrible under the nose and the ugliest DE razor ever made.
Tell us what you really think.💭
#Ohioshaves I'm thinking about an open comb for my next razor. I enjoyed this for that reason alone. Thanks!
You bet! The parker variant open-comb is redesigned and it makes a huge difference because I don't care for the closed comb design
Thanks for trying these razors out on that much growth. #ohioshaves
My pleasure. I did it last year as well. Keeping up the tradition of no shave November
Every tme i've nicked myself with R41, it was always with the corner of the blade, great razor but i find it an uncomfortable shave no matter the blade i use.The parker seems like a pretty decent razor..
I agree
New to this, I use the Safety Razors to headshave. A lot of great tips from your channel. keep it up! #OhioShaves
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#OhioShaves recently got into wet shaving and have been learning a lot from your tips!
Great to hear! Thanks for your support
Since the Parker Variant (original) is just an Indian clone of the Merkur Progress, a more apples to apples comparison would be those two razors head to head.
I use the most aggressive razors that Believe to be the most aggressive for removing 30 days of beard growth. I could throw in the progress next year though
#ohioshaves You should try the yaqi top, r41 is mild next to it.
Thats why i dont use it often, r41 for me is pretty smooth.
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#OhioShaves
Thanks for all the videos, they're helping me get into wet shaving! I've been binge watching a lot of them as I have super sensitive skin and I'm trying to ditch my foil razor for something less irritating. I think the Henson mild would be perfect for me and my face so fingers crossed
I think you’re right. Henson is what I would suggest. You can save 12% off here: The Razor Company Link:
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Oh man, I love the sound from the Parker and the Merkur! I have a Parker Variant but it's the original, not the open comb. Have you compared the two?
I haven't done a side-by-side, but to me the open comb shaves better. The redesign really did help the shave from my point of view.
Alum bar to the rescue!😂
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I would have though with 30 days of growth you’d have hair down to your feet. lol. Great work brother.
#OhioShaves
Thanks Bro
Need a heavier razor...I got the 6c you recommended..along with leaf and twig..I use all 3 on one shave but if I let it go 30 days..I would definitely use the weight of the 6c with nacet blade and finish with the twig and feather blade. One or 2 day growth I start with the leaf and 2 Parker blades no irritation at all..parker blades are the most consistent blades yet.
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Great video, the R41 still seems to be the beast, even with those two on the most aggressive setting #OhioShaves
The design limits the amount of hair it can hold. Any other shave it would have beat both razors
@@OhioShaves i had more clogging with future mm r41 has 0 gap for hair to get in it rinses very easy
Nice intro!!
Thank you much
Nice comparison shave with the beard off. I may need to give the variant a look but prob closed comb version. I personally think the r41 is over rated. There are more comfortable shavers out there for just as much or more efficiency. It’s just a right of passage or a known standard.
Camera work on point as usual.
#ohioshaves
Totally agree
great comparison video👌have a nice day
Thanks, you too!
Awesome video. Scary razors!😬 #ohioshaves
Right. Not easy for me too shave with these
#OhioShaves Great video -- amazing how you took off so much hair so quickly.
Aggressive razors
#OhioShaves
Thank you for the 3-Way Shave Off!
Welcome
#ohioshaves Great comparison shave! Greetings from Hungary!
Nice. I am a hungry Italian. What a mix 😁
#ohioshaves good video. I already have the blue Henson AL13. Love that razor.
Great razor. Good choice.
I love your videos I put them on and leave them on even if I’m not watching #Ohioshaves
WoW. That's really cool. Thanks for all your support.
Mowing it down like a zero turn.
Yes it is
#OhioShaves Thank you for all your videos and your effort to entertain us!
I appreciate that!
Great shave, David! That Parker looks like a great razor!
#ohioshaves
Thank you much. Surprisingly, really good. I was not expecting this result
I just did a similar shave with the Parker and a feather blade.....it was like butter..(still not straight razor quality)
Thanks for the comment
#ohioshaves
crazy shave man. Take care of your face, sometimes bbs isn’t worth it even for content!
Right on
#Ohioshaves , great video
Thank you much
Very impressive 30 day beard removal. It would take me 6 months to grow a beard that thick😂
Thanks
#ohioshaves
Thanks for the great video! I always learn so much from your content!
Appreciate that. Thanks for your support
I’ve thought about getting the Henson but I couldn’t justify the cost (£80 in uk), so I have ordered an Edwin Jagger DE89. #ohioshaves
I paid the same here in the USA. Well worth the price for how easy it is to use and get perfect shaves
Edwin Jagger is great...I have that model and it's still my go to.
@@nthdegree1269 thanks, that’s great to know 👍
Looking forward to more comparison videos..
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#OHIOSHAVES
Your in
@@OhioShaves ❤
Another great shave per usual!
#ohioshaves
Thank you much
# ohioshaves
Would love to try out the medium Henson. Love the mild Henson for sure, my favorite razor so far!
Your in. Good luck
@@OhioShaves thank you!
#OhioShaves Enjoyed the video.
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Awesome video!!!!!!!
Thank you much
I love your videos. I’ve learned a lot. #ohioshaves
Thank you much
Interesting video thanks
Welcome
Think u are sometimes using very shallow angle on r 41
okay. Good tip
it also came to my mind