Vikings Blade Chieftain vs Merkur Futur Adjustable Safety Razor

When it comes to naming newer brands in the double edge safety world, Vikings Blade will definitely make the list. The brand has got two main razors and the Chieftain is one of them. It has enjoyed remarkable success since it was released. Merkur is already a well-known name in the razor industry. Taking one of its product, the Futur, let's see how well it compares with the Vikings Blade Chieftain.

Design

The Vikings Blade is made from bronze and brass alloy. This gives it the desired strength of razor. The razor has chrome plated finish which gives it a shiny appearance. It is a butterfly razor and has a classic handle. The Merkur Futur comes with a beautiful satin finish and also enjoys the chrome plating finish like the Vikings Blade. It has an adjustable razor blade angle.

Dimension

The Vikings Blade has a length of 3.75" which makes it a classic handled razor. It has a weight of approximately 85g. This puts it in the heavyweight category of razors. The Merkur Futur on the other hand comes with a length of 4.3". This is a long handled razor. It has a weight of 122g. It is also in the heavyweight razor category.

Unique Feature

The Vikings Blade has an advanced butterfly head like no other. This enables quick blade change in about 5 seconds. It also has a micro-comb that sits in its head that prevents accident cuts during shaving. The Merkur Futur comes with an adjustable razor blade angle that allows users to adjust the exposure of the blade. This allows for choosing between mild and aggressive shaves.

Accessories

TheVikings Blade comes with 5 extra ultra-sharp blades. It also comes with a travel case that has a mirror attached inside. The Merkur Futur doesn't come with any accessory. Other items would have to be bought separately.