I used the Progress for 10 years but recently switched to the Futur when the chrome plating started peeling off my Progress's cap. I like the Futur much better. It never clogs because the gap between blade and safety bar is so large. Also, I don't think the Futur matte finish will fail like the Progress. The Futur is heavy and I had no luck with Feather blades, but Kais were OK and Derbys are excellent in the Futur. I really can't say enough good things about the Futur. For me, it beat the Progress decidedly.