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Merkur 500 Progress Antique Brass Adjustable Safety Razor

Merkur 500 Progress Antique Brass Adjustable Safety Razor

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The Merkur 500 Progress Antique Brass Adjustable Safety Razor is a classic design originating from the 1950s, combining traditional styling with precise modern adjustability. Its distinctive profiled handle and antique brass adjustment knob, engraved with the Merkur name, reflect the design language of the era while offering highly adaptable shaving performance.

The adjustable shaving head allows you to fine-tune both the blade gap and angle of attack, making it easy to move from a mild, comfortable shave to a closer, more efficient result. Adjustment is made smoothly via the numbered scale at the base of the handle, giving you full control over your shaving experience.

With a blade gap adjustable from 0.6 mm to 1.6 mm, the Progress adapts to different beard lengths and skin sensitivities. Lower settings suit everyday shaving, while higher settings handle coarser growth with ease. The two-piece construction keeps blade changes straightforward while maintaining excellent balance and stability in use.

Finished in bright chrome with a contrasting antique brass metal knob, and designed and made in Germany, the Merkur 500 Progress remains one of the most versatile adjustable double-edge safety razors available.

Key Features

  • Classic double-edge safety razor design from the 1950s.
  • Adjustable blade gap for personalised shaving control.
  • Blade gap range from 0.6 mm to 1.6 mm.
  • Straight cut razor head for predictable, consistent results.
  • Two-piece construction for secure blade alignment.
  • Antique brass metal adjustment knob with Merkur engraving.
  • Designed and made in Germany.

Specifications

  • Razor Type: Two-piece adjustable safety razor
  • Cut: Straight cut
  • Blade Gap: Adjustable, 0.6 mm to 1.6 mm
  • Handle Material: Brass
  • Razor Head: Die-cast zinc
  • Finish: Bright chrome-plated with antique brass metal knob
  • Product Dimensions: 88 × 41 × 25 mm
  • Product Weight: 105 g
  • Weight With Packaging: 116 g
  • Packaging: Branded Merkur folding box
  • Packaging Size: 120 × 47 × 27 mm
  • Country of Manufacture: Germany

For related Merkur options, compare Merkur 500 Progress Bright Chrome Adjustable Safety Razor with Merkur Progress 500 Adjustable Double Edge Safety Razor, or browse the Merkur Solingen collection.

This Merkur safety razor uses standard double edge razor blades, including Merkur Super Platinum Razor Blades when available.

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Mike B. (Aylesbury, United Kingdom)
A classic adjustable, largely unchanged since the fifties and with good reason

This is a nice compact adjustable that's easy to use - a classic Merkur design that starts at very mild, goes up to the level of Muhle Rocca and Edwin Jagger 2ONE6 with a larger blade gap and then beyond. The Futur is, it is true, more aggressive but also much larger and heavier, with a much fatter head. I prefer the "sports car" driving experience of the Progress, which now looks nice and smart with its chrome knob option and can be opened up beyond 5+ if you really need it. Great service and lightening fast delivery with excellent packaging from MGS

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HIROSHI S.
For those who find the future too stimulating.

It's much milder than the future.
I got a level 5 on the first pass, a level 3 on the second pass, and a level 1 on the third pass, with great results.

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Martin H. (Crewe, United Kingdom)
Great close shave!

An excellent product, adjustable setting is easy to use. The balance and grip aid a very close shave.

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Bob (Rugeley, United Kingdom)
Gr8 shave

Merkur progress gives a nice shave, im still experimenting with blades, but not had a bad shave, Kai blades seem to suit me best at the moment but ill keep experimenting.

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Russell B. (Fulham, United Kingdom)
Very pleased.

Great razor. Fast delivery.

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G D. (Glasgow, United Kingdom)
Excellent razor

Excellent product.
I am still getting confident with it but I had a great feeling since the first use.
I am even trying different blades at different gaps measures to find the optimal match.
Not for beginners and long handle lovers