Merkur Progress 500 (Current Version)

This is the current version of the Model 500. The same razor is offered in a plastic case as a Model 570.
It's designed as a two piece. The adjuster knob is held in with a compression ring and pulls out very easily.

The only changes since the original Progress 500 have been in the Adjuster knob / dial and the wording and font on the base plate. Other than that design has not changed from the mid 1950's. Click HERE to go to the original 1950's version.
During the early 2000's, they apparently had some alignment and plating issues but other than that it has been a great 65+ year record - testimony to a great design. They offer it in a long handle but no longer in Gold.

There have also been various Adjuster knob and handle conversions, which again is a subject all on its own.

 

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How does it shave?
They are readily available, well made and are great everyday shavers.
The go from pretty mild to middle medium at 6. They then can be overclocked on the fly if more is needed.

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