--- product_id: 48277385 title: "Merkur Progress Adjustable Double Edged Safety Razor - No Blades Included" brand: "merkur" price: "€ 152.42" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 12 url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/48277385-merkur-progress-adjustable-double-edged-safety-razor-no-blades-included store_origin: SK region: Slovakia --- # Ridged handle for wet grip Fully adjustable blade exposure 3-piece easy blade replacement Merkur Progress Adjustable Double Edged Safety Razor - No Blades Included **Brand:** merkur **Price:** € 152.42 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚙️ Elevate your shave game with precision and style! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Merkur Progress Adjustable Double Edged Safety Razor - No Blades Included by merkur - **How much does it cost?** € 152.42 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/48277385-merkur-progress-adjustable-double-edged-safety-razor-no-blades-included) ## Best For - merkur enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted merkur brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Made in Solingen:** German engineering excellence trusted by grooming connoisseurs worldwide. - • **Ergonomic Mastery:** Short, ridged chromed brass handle ensures a secure grip even with wet hands. - • **Balanced Performance:** Even weight distribution for a smooth, effortless shaving experience. - • **Timeless Craftsmanship:** Polished chrome and faux ivory base deliver a sleek, eye-catching design. - • **Precision Customization:** Tailor your shave with fully adjustable blade settings for ultimate control. ## Overview The Merkur Progress 500 is a premium, fully adjustable double edge safety razor crafted in Germany. Featuring a ridged chromed brass handle for superior grip, a polished chrome head, and a faux ivory base for easy blade swaps, it offers customizable blade exposure for a tailored shave. Its balanced design ensures comfort and control, making it a favorite among discerning professionals seeking a refined grooming ritual. ## Description Merkur Progress 500 Double Edge (DE) Adjustable Safety Razor Product The Merkur 500 Progress Double Edge (DE) Safety Razor is a beautifully crafted and finished 3 piece, fully adjustable razor. The quality which is synonymous with Merkur is evident in every detail... The shorter length handle is chromed brass and ridged alongthe whole section which allows for a superior grip even when hands are wet. The contrasting 'faux ivory' base allows for easy blade swapping and also adds the finishing touch to an eye catching razor. The razor sits comfortably in the hand. and the weight is evenly distributed along the length of the handle, achieving a well balanced easy to use razor. The handle is topped with a plated brass head which is finished in Polished Chrome. Fully adjustable, the Progress 500 is among a handful of adjustable razors whose actions can be tailored to the user. An elegant looking razor and a popular favourite. Made in Germany (Solingen). Product is also supplied with aFREE Pack of Astra Platinum Double Edge Razor blades with a retail price of £2.95. How to Use The Razor head is released by unscewing the handle and lifting the cover clear to insert the blade. Slot the head cover back in place, screw and tighten the handle and you're ready to go - Simple! For added comfort the head guard is fully adjustable by gradually turning back the handle. Recommended for All skin types. Grooming Tip A razor stand will allow you to store your razor at an angle to allow excess moisture to drain away naturally. This prevents damage caused by damp and helps to extend the life of your razor. ## Features - Adjustable - Double Edge ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B00MBGEQJM | | Guaranteed Software Updates Until | unknown | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Model Number | MERK500001 | | Manufacturer | Merkur | | Package Dimensions | 14 x 10 x 3.4 cm; 40 g | ## Images ![Merkur Progress Adjustable Double Edged Safety Razor - No Blades Included - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41d48Pv+SsL.jpg) ![Merkur Progress Adjustable Double Edged Safety Razor - No Blades Included - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41wjeYzxdDL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Cult Design Classic that delivers a high quality shave and more! *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 2 March 2023* From first use it was clear why this razor has stayed in production for so long (1955 or '56). After shaving, the skin feels different from the post-shave experience with other DE safety razors - smoother and cooler. If possible, the Progress also seemed to extend the life of a poor quality blade transferred from another razor.It helps to read about the Progress before starting, to know the quirks: lining up the head the correct way - notch and triangle need to be at the same end - and that the blade sticks out slightly more on one side than the other.Some reviews say, "Not for beginners": the detachable head is slightly fiddly, which means extra time handling a double edge blade. Having first seen a Progress in a Nottingham Barber's shop almost thirty years ago, I can't help wishing I had bought one then, instead of a 34C. As with the Merkur 34C, the detachable Progress head has a long screw: these are prone to snap off, eventually, from repeated dropping.The much-debated plastic setting knob can be removed for cleaning, but is difficult to get back in and probably best left in. A unique and difficult to describe colour, it pairs well with a cream plastic travel case - which only fits the short handle version - sold by Executive Shaving (also available from Amazon: search 'Safety Razor and Blades Travel Storage Case'). The ES case also seems less brittle than the black Merkur original, which matters as there is a weak point at the hinges, which can break off.This seems to be a razor-for-life! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ THE perfect DE safety razor *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 11 April 2022* I shave my head with a razor and wanted to cut down on the amount of disposables I was using for two reasons:1. Costs - nearly £3 per cartridge for a few shaves is ridiculous and I heard that DE razors are 10-35p each and can be used for up to 10 shaves.2. Wanted to help the environment by cutting down on the disposable plastic I’ve been using.I’ve been searching for the best razor to meet these for a while, with varying degrees of success. I have the Merkur Progress 510 long handle version and love it but it gets a bit weighty in your hand after a while.I decided to try the standard Merkur Progress and it is BRILLIANT. Perfect size for manoeuvrability. I dial in setting 1 for my head shaves and 3/6 for my face and it delivered outstanding results. I use King C. Gillette blades and sometimes use Feather if I want a really close cut (Ninjas). You can get a great shave with 1 pass.The razor has two drain channels which work really well in getting used foam/stubble away from the blade and ready to be washed away.The TTO mechanism is good and I love the plastic turning knob, which shows off its 1950s design. One can opt for metal aftermarket replacements and some places sell these already in place.I get ZERO nicks or cuts with the Progress and would buy again if I had to. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ from wilkinson sword £10 to merkur progress £35 *by on Reviewed in the United Kingdom 6 November 2022* buy it. you wont regret it. im generally hard to please and this thing is solid, plus it makes shaving super easy. not much else i need to say. it does what you want it to do, only thing is the handle is a bit short. i read online that there is a longer version but i thought id chance it with the regular, it is actually a tad bit small, but not an issue. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sk/products/48277385-merkur-progress-adjustable-double-edged-safety-razor-no-blades-included](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/48277385-merkur-progress-adjustable-double-edged-safety-razor-no-blades-included) --- *Product available on Desertcart Slovakia* *Store origin: SK* *Last updated: 2026-09-03*