I've noted that most reviews for safety razors focus on how much better using a safety razor is than a disposable or replacement head system. While this is COMPLETELY true, it tells you nothing about the actual razor you are considering buying.
I've been using the Parker 22R for over a month now, and I have definitely fallen in love with using a safety razor, but I suspect there are razors that are MUCH better than this one.
The bad: the finish is beautiful, and I didn't have problems with the grip, however, the finish is flawed on mine, with discolored spots all over, especially on the bar, and it gets a very grimy look after a shave if you don't wipe it down each time with cotton.
The butterfly wings open well enough, if not perfectly smoothly, but the razor doesn't sit perfectly evenly in the head. The result is, you need to tap the edge of the razor (SOOOO not safe) to get the blade to sit straight (or run the risk of carving your face up).
Also, some have said this razor is a bit too aggressive for beginners. I am not sure if its just because the reviewers didn't adjust the blade to be straight, or if their face just doesn't love this razor. I've had no problems with it being too aggressive (as long as you use good lather).
The last bad, the 7AM blades this comes with are absolutely terrible. Do NOT use these on your face, or you will never want to use a safety razor again. They leave patches, and there is no such thing as a close shave with them. Pick up a variety pack to find one you like, but make sure it includes Derby (I like them the best of all I've tried so far).
The good: Once you have a good quality blade set in this razor so it is straight, it's easy to use and pretty gentle. The weight is quite nice, the handle is a great length, and it's pretty cheap. I haven't tried other safety razors yet, so I'm not saying this is the best one to get started with, but my learning curve was one shave. No complaints there.
Words of caution for first time safety razor users: a good razor is important, but the blade you use in it is the most important. Get a variety back to find what works best for you, it's the best thing you can do for your face.
Also, the shaving soap/cream you use is INCREDIBLY important. The general rule is, if you can find it in your supermarket or Walmart, you probably don't want to use it. Cans and foams are totally out of the question, they dry your face out despite your other best practices, and it WILL cause your face to get shredded and give you razor burn and ingrown hairs. Nothing from nivea, neutrogena, or other big names works.
I was fortunate enough to find one in Rite Aid that works pretty well. It's from the Real Shaving Company, and it's called pro-lather. It's the best I've used so far, but I am certain it's far from the best available.
If you are a first time safety razor user, your best bet is to buy soap or cream on Amazon, since it's so incredibly difficult and expensive to find a good lather out in the world. The only places I saw real shaving soaps around were the Body Shop (but they only had one choice, but it did smell and look fantastic) and JC Penny, but they only had the lab created stuff, and nothing really natural.
To sum up: Not a bad razor, though I'm certain there are better, the blades it comes with are garbage, get others (I like Derby), and make sure you buy a good soap or cream to lather with (you'll need a badger hair brush to whip it up properly), and give yourself time to get the hang of using a safety razor. It is very rewarding, in terms of having a smooth face without burn, bumps, or ingrown hairs, and it just is a pleasant tiny morning ritual. (It's hard to explain, you'll understand within a month!)
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Product Description
Nothing Shaves Like a Parker - For over 40 Years Parker Safety Razor has been the obvious choice!
The Parker 22R continues in the tradition of excellence with a solid brass frame, butterfly open mechanism, and Parker's world famous smooth shaving head design. The Parker 22R is noted for being a heavy razor, which makes cutting through the toughest of beards easy...resulting in a smooth and comfortable shave.
Changing blades is simple and effortless - simply twist the knob on the bottom of the razor to open the butterfly doors and drop in a new blade.
Quality in Every Detail...Every Parker razor is assembled by hand.
The Parker 22R has been designed with features to ensure a quality shaving experience:
- A textured handle for a sure grip - even with wet and slippery hands
- Solid brass frame, designed to provide years of trouble free shaving
- Advanced plating process - ensures a beautiful and durable finish to each razor
- Every Parker Safety Razor is assembled by hand, resulting in the highest quality product for you.
- 5 Parker Premium Platinum Blades Included
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| Razor Type | Butterfly Twist-To-Open | Two-Piece Adjustable | Three-Piece | Three-Piece | Butterfly Twist-To-Open |
| Open/Closed Comb | Closed | Closed | Open | Open | Closed |
| Handle Grip | Knurled | Knurled | Knurled | Knurled | Knurled |
| Weight | 4 oz. | 4 oz. | 3.4 oz. | 3.4 oz. | 3 oz. |
| Handle Length | 3.8 in. | 4 in. | 3.8 in. | 3.8 in. | 3 in. |
| Includes 5 Blades | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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| Razor Type | Three-Piece | Butterfly Twist-To-Open | Three-Piece | Butterfly Twist-To-Open | Three-Piece |
| Open/Closed Comb | Closed | Closed | Closed | Closed | Open |
| Handle Grip | Knurled | Knurled | Knurled with etching | Knurled | Knurled |
| Weight | 4.3 oz. | 3.75 oz. | 3.75 oz. | 3.4 oz. | 3.4 oz. |
| Handle Length | 4.3 in. | 4 in. | 4 in. | 3.75 in. | 3.75 in. |
| Includes 5 Blades | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
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Once in a lifetime purchase, solid, close shave, and eco friendly
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2020
Wanna feel like a man again? Get rid of your Quatro, Cinco, seis, or whatever disposable your using and buy one of these.Pros:- Super easy to rinse the hair out inbetween swipes unlike a multiple blade razor.- One thousandth the cost of a disposable... literally! I actually use my blades 3 or 4 times but even if you used them once they are only 6 cents if you buy 100 of em. (Astra Platinum Double Edge Safety...)- It just feels cool once you get the hang of it. You will cut yourself a few times if you have never used one trust me.- Eco friendly. There is virtually no waste and I bought a storage case and recycle them at the metal scrap yard.- I am going to guess this is a "lifetime razor", ill likely never need to buy another one!- It is a close shave! I don't use cream just shave right out the shower. I'm sure if you did it would be closer, but I don't got time for that crap and its faster without.Cons:- Honestly... NONE. I bought a slick leather case for travel (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07FMGBVB6?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title) a metal disposable case (https://smile.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0778NC6Z9?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title) and I'm all set for a couple years at the least ;)
Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2020
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