Merkur Progress Adjustable - Slippage Concerns

[DonN]

Was looking at a post about the Merkur Progress which keyed on a slippage issue when set to a number
above 1 , namely 2 in this case - is that a fairly common issue or an outlier ?

 

[The Blackadder]

Was looking at a post about the Merkur Progress which keyed on a slippage issue when set to a number
above 1 , namely 2 in this case - is that a fairly common issue or an outlier ?

I’ve used it in 2, 3, etc. Never had an issue. Just remember to hold it with dry hands, as you should do with any razor

 

[Cannon Cocker]

I just rub a little Alum Block on my fingers, and any feeling of slipping goes away.

 

[BanjoCowboyMartaTobes]

My pinky is my smartest digit, it stays on the base cap and makes this a wonderful razor for my face. I typically do not like polished handles yet the Progress delivers. Great luck with it sir!

 

[StewB]

If you are concerned about the smooth handle on the Progress, you might consider the Parker Variant. It's a copy of the Progress design but with (IMO) a better and knurled handle.

 

[Never Picked]

From the original post, the "slippage" is referring to the settings, not the handle grip. I would say, of course it's not common to have non-handle slippage. Quality control would have more to do with the possibly a rough spot under the plating, typically within the head assembly, or a lack of plating in the internal/hidden parts. I have once seen a malformed top cap causing uneven blade exposure. As far as the settings you should be able to spin it around twice, 5+5, and it should still hold tight.