Parker 29L Lavender, Long Handle Butterfly Open Double Edge Safety Razor for ...

I decided to try a safety razor because of the expense of disposable razors/blades. I would find myself going to far too long without replacing my razor just because I didn't want to spend the money. I somehow came across the idea of a safety razor and decided to give it a try. It seems like everything I read made it sound like you would injure yourself if you weren't really careful, so I was a little nervous. I don't know what all the hype is about- I just shaved like I would with any other razor (in the shower) and didn't cut myself at all. The razor is very sturdy and changing blades is super easy. I ordered a sample pack of some blades that are supposed to be really sharp so I can determine which brand of blades I like best. With the large packs of blades only costing 10 to 15 cents/blade, I will be able to change blades frequently.

Great sturdy nonslip handle. First time user of safety blades and love the closeness of shave. Never using disposable razors again! So glad I tried this! Like others have said, if you dry the blade after each use, it'll last a couple of shaves.

Great product. Fair Price. Feels substancial when you hold it but not too heavy. I had a beautiful razor that looked identical but had a smooth barrel. The grip on this one is excellent. The best feature Of this ítem. I would love a longer handle, hence the 4 vs 5 stars.

I like how lightweight it is, but the blades provided don't last very long. After browsing around for other brands, Parker blades apparently last the longest. I read several reviews about getting such a close shave that you dont have to shave again for days, and that was not the case for me. I get maybe 4 shaves in before having to replace the blade. Also, I do not think there is a difference between the "lavender" and "pink" because I ordered lavender and the one I recieved is pink. It is easy to use and I have yet to cut myself. I wanted an alternative to disposables since they aren't very eco friendly, so I am sticking with this razor.

I bought this razor because I have horribly sensitive skin and any type of hair removal, especially shaving, would leave my skin burning, red, and bumpy, and then in 2-3 days I'd have all of the ingrown hairs to deal with. Shaving would hurt my bikini area and lady bits so bad I was scared people would think I had an STD. I reached a breaking point and decided to give a safety razor a try before saving up the money for laser hair removal. This has made all the difference in the world and I'm so disappointed i didn't try it sooner! Now on the first try, I hated this razor. I hated it the second time too, because after I bled all over my shower my legs were still very prickly. Shaving with a safety razor requires a very different technique than a disposable razor. I was holding it at a completely wrong angle, pushing down, and making long strokes. Watch a YouTube video on it first, it seems basic but those extra 5 minutes are worth it. I would recommend this razor to anyone, especially if you have sensitive skin. And if you don't like it the first time, I'd urge you to try at least 2 more times to see if it gets better. I still have trouble getting a very close shave and some irritation on my very sensitive areas and spots with a lot of curves, but it is so mild that it only lasts an hour, and I no longer have any razor burn at all on my legs, plus the closest shave I've ever had! I'm finally able to shave my legs more than once a week too, which is so nice in the summer. I haven't tried new blades yet, just the ones in the box, and I've been using a shave brush with Coates rose shave cream for sensitive skin. I also was worried about bringing razor blades in my bag while traveling since I just had a 3 week backpacking trip and many flights between places, but I kept the blades in their wrapping, in the razor box, in my toiletry bag, and had no problems getting through airport security.

Edit: it's now rusted. Yes, it's good, but as others have said please use it carefully and slowly(If you treat it like a regular razor you will injure yourself). I use one blade a week if I shave daily. The blades that it arrived with are great. This is far more cost effective than buying disposables. Seriously, the shave is very close--buy it! Worth $30 easily. All of the disposables I bought are now reserved for overnight trips only. I use alba botanica very emollient shave cream with this.

My husband switched to safety razors months ago, but I didn't realize that women could use them too and I never thought one blade would shave as well as the 4 and 5 blade razors I had been using. I was wrong. I have never owned a razor that shaves my legs so well. No hint of stubble and they are so smooth with no ingrown hairs. There is a bit if a learning curve so follow the directions that the seller emails to you and don't press down hard like you had to with the light plastic razors. This is a beautiful all metal razor and the weight makes it easier to control. I did press too hard at first and nicked myself, so take your time, let the razor's weight do the work. I will never go back to those cheap plastic razors and their expensive replacement blades.

I was afraid to use this razor for about 2 weeks after purchasing it! Upon finally trying it I must say I LOVE it and can't imagine life without it. The entire concept is completely new to me and after reading and watching a handful of tutorials I tried it out...best shave of my entire life! Didn't cut myself, which was my biggest fear, just go slow and use zero pressure. Only wish there were suggestions or direction for what type of leg prep and aftercare (before, during & after) the shave. No negative on the product but some additional information would be helpful. Thank you!!!

If you've been using disposables, be prepared to develop some heavy lifting skills, because this is not your supermarket razor. This thing is weighty (and with good reason. Google it.). If you are making the switch from disposables, please ensure you look up instruction videos or articles before you apply this razor to any part of your body (No, really. Google it. Now). Treating it as your standard razor is only going to bring you grief and cuts. Lots and lots of cuts. Clean construction, solid and attractive build, it's easy and intuitive to add and remove blades with a quick twist of the bottom of the handle. In possibly keeping with the Eco-friendly reputation of safety razors, this one is packaged in nothing but cardboard which you can recycle upon opening. Even the courtesy five pack of blades mine came with are housed in only cardboard and paper. You can now proudly wear the title of Eco Warrior on your smooth, hairless body. This is a great value safety razor. Once I got the hang of it, it delivered one heck of a close shave wherever I dared apply it. With replacement blades an Amazon order away, this is a great investment that will ultimately save you money while it makes you more attractive to those who shy away from body hair.

It feels like shaving your legs with a vegetable scraper, which would have been cheaper.