Great shave. The fact that the Progress came out before the Fatboy is shocking to me and a lot of people as well. Honestly, if I were you, I would have to go with the Progress for the price and performance. I love the Dorco Titan blades, as they’re both sharp and smooth for me. The 100 pack for them is also affordable at like $10. Have a good one!
yes, that's pretty cool. I think because it's Zamac there are (almost) no vintage ones. You get Fatboys and Slims without a problem. But no Progresses. One more reason is maybe that you can't prove the age because of the missing date codes
Great video Kevy! Makes me want to get the classic Merkur instead of the Yaqi Avanti . The new Yaqi brush, with the ivory and blue handle, would look amazing paired with the ivory tip Merkur Progress.
I like the look and love my progress, just wish the handle was like my Parker variant open comb. I use alum on my fingers for grip, but man that Parker variant open comb is a great razor as well with a much better handle IMO.
I was thinking just last week that it would be great if one of these Chinese companies that make the Merkur Futur clones would make one in all stainless steel. I would definitely purchase one of those! Great video!
Eucris is a fabulous scent. I think it's great that Yaqi have made a SS Progress clone, the Merkur Progress is a great adjustable design that's been made since the mid 1950's and I used it for years. The Avanti price seems reasonable for a polished Stainless Steel precisely machined offering, would be nice to have a satin finish one as well. Iced Tea brush looks nice.👌🤠👌
People say it's a bit pricey, I disagree. it's still half the price of an ambassador polished (at least in canada). Its the first time they have produced this design. It stands to reason it would be a bit more expensive than their other SS adjustable razors. Not to mention, it will last multiple lifetimes if taken care of.
Comparative shaves are always helpful. However, if I was in the market for one of those, I'd choose the Progress. Why pay more than double the price for an imitation? BTW, I followed your lead and shaved with my Rockwell 6S using only the R1 plate. While I managed a BBS result, I still prefer the R3 or R4 plate. I guess it comes down to what one gets used to? Anyway, you proved that blade gap is not as big a deal as some would like us to believe. The 6S (or 6C) is still the best option for newbies.
Great shave Kevy . Eucris, could you be the next James Bond , hope not you probably wouldn't have time for the shaving videos, nice one Kevy have a good weekend
As the patents expire on the original razors, Chinese makers put their own take on the originals. I must say, this Chinese take on the Progress has its own charm, esp. with stainless steel as well as some other interesting variations from the original Progress. Let's not forget, Gillette in the 1920s & '30s was swallowing up (buying out) both German (Rotbart) and British double-edge razor makers. Nothing new under the sun, I suppose..thanks for showcasing and always a laugh to see you. Cheerio
The handle’s chrome plated brass, the head’s chrome plated zamac. One of my two was showing some plate loss after 18 months, the other has faired much better.
Look here Kevy Parr, I have a bone to pick with you! Usually, I can practice finger style guitar exercises while watching your videos. But not this one! It was an abomination of scraping and raking noises. Good gracious that is a loud razor. It literally drowned out my acoustic steel string guitar. I expect to be able to play my tunes while you babble on. Tone it down. Don't make me send Nessie over there to come and have a little chat with you😅.
Great shave. The fact that the Progress came out before the Fatboy is shocking to me and a lot of people as well. Honestly, if I were you, I would have to go with the Progress for the price and performance. I love the Dorco Titan blades, as they’re both sharp and smooth for me. The 100 pack for them is also affordable at like $10. Have a good one!
I like the vintage vibe of the Progress, and I agree with you, the Dorco Titan blades are really good. Enjoy your weekend. Kevy 😀
yes, that's pretty cool. I think because it's Zamac there are (almost) no vintage ones. You get Fatboys and Slims without a problem. But no Progresses. One more reason is maybe that you can't prove the age because of the missing date codes
Great video Kevy! Makes me want to get the classic Merkur instead of the Yaqi Avanti . The new Yaqi brush, with the ivory and blue handle, would look amazing paired with the ivory tip Merkur Progress.
Good choice! Kevy
Kevy que tal compadre !!!
I'm glad to see you on camera again, by the way excellent shave !!
Saludos !!
Thanks 👍
I like the look and love my progress, just wish the handle was like my Parker variant open comb. I use alum on my fingers for grip, but man that Parker variant open comb is a great razor as well with a much better handle IMO.
I was thinking just last week that it would be great if one of these Chinese companies that make the Merkur Futur clones would make one in all stainless steel. I would definitely purchase one of those! Great video!
Great shave Kevy. Alt Innsbruck is really a superb smelling AS!
It really is!
Eucris is a fabulous scent. I think it's great that Yaqi have made a SS Progress clone, the Merkur Progress is a great adjustable design that's been made since the mid 1950's and I used it for years. The Avanti price seems reasonable for a polished Stainless Steel precisely machined offering, would be nice to have a satin finish one as well. Iced Tea brush looks nice.👌🤠👌
Fantastic shave Kevy !!!! Have a happy Sunday!!!!!!
Thanks, you too!
People say it's a bit pricey, I disagree. it's still half the price of an ambassador polished (at least in canada). Its the first time they have produced this design. It stands to reason it would be a bit more expensive than their other SS adjustable razors. Not to mention, it will last multiple lifetimes if taken care of.
Thanks for the review Kevy I'll stick to my Rockwell T2 at home and Parker Variant when travelling.
I need to do a trip to London and visit Trumpers. Got to try that one, absolutely love that Yaqi brush! Hope you're well mate. :)
Thanks, you too!
i got one of these collapsible bowls as well creamy white ish pretty good damn i looked up the price of the razor insanity Pound 154,34 no way
How does it compare with Parker Variant? Seems kind of pricey at $165 even though 316 steel when I got all brass Variant for $50.
Parker Variant has a zamac head with a brass handle
Super shave Kevy thanks for review of this new Yaqi Razor! Oh yeh you could do with some more practice on that Irish Accent good effort though 🤣
Noted! 😂
Very nice, Kevy, thank you!
Comparative shaves are always helpful. However, if I was in the market for one of those, I'd choose the Progress. Why pay more than double the price for an imitation? BTW, I followed your lead and shaved with my Rockwell 6S using only the R1 plate. While I managed a BBS result, I still prefer the R3 or R4 plate. I guess it comes down to what one gets used to? Anyway, you proved that blade gap is not as big a deal as some would like us to believe. The 6S (or 6C) is still the best option for newbies.
A bit pricey
Great shave Kevy . Eucris, could you be the next James Bond , hope not you probably wouldn't have time for the shaving videos, nice one Kevy have a good weekend
Possibly! 😉
Hey kevy I've been out of the loop for a while but this razor looks nice hope all is well brother
Mike rose 🌹
Welcome back Mike 👍
A wee reference to Chewing the Fat 👍🏻
You got it!! 😂
From first glancet looks like the merkur progress / parker variant
As the patents expire on the original razors, Chinese makers put their own take on the originals. I must say, this Chinese take on the Progress has its own charm, esp. with stainless steel as well as some other interesting variations from the original Progress. Let's not forget, Gillette in the 1920s & '30s was swallowing up (buying out) both German (Rotbart) and British double-edge razor makers. Nothing new under the sun, I suppose..thanks for showcasing and always a laugh to see you. Cheerio
Cheers. Kevy 😀
😊
I thought the Progress was brass coated with nickel, so if that's correct it is still a pretty solid item.
The handle’s chrome plated brass, the head’s chrome plated zamac. One of my two was showing some plate loss after 18 months, the other has faired much better.
Normally Germans are so fast with innovation but in this case I don't know!
Come on, 70 years from Zamac to SS, that's not that long 🤣
@@jensebu78 They is not a SS Version from the Merkur Progress, so far I know! So what you wrote does not hold water!
have you seen the video? it's about a stainless steel version of the Merkur Progress. No?🤔
oh sorry. now I checked it by myself. Damn, its an yaqi. 🤣 ok. I should have watched more carefully and not with noise in the background
@@jensebu78 🤣
That’s expensive for a razor from China. Eucris is a beautiful scent.
They are asking way too much $$ imo. Maybe half their asking price and even then🤷🏼♂️
For that price I can get a Canadian or American made razor. Holy mackerel are they serious??
Look here Kevy Parr, I have a bone to pick with you!
Usually, I can practice finger style guitar exercises while watching your videos. But not this one!
It was an abomination of scraping and raking noises. Good gracious that is a loud razor. It literally drowned out my acoustic steel string guitar.
I expect to be able to play my tunes while you babble on. Tone it down. Don't make me send Nessie over there to come and have a little chat with you😅.
Rock on! 😄
Too expensive in my opinion especially as its from China
Never cared for Yaqi.
Expensive for a Chinese clone IMO. Might as well get the Progress or better yet the Mergress. Alt Innsbruck...Yes. Nice shave Kevy🪒🪒
Thanks 👍