119 of 120 people found the following review helpful
Yes, there was blood, but the sacrifice was well worth it,
January 26, 2010 e-Sparty - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Parker SR1 Stainless Steel Straight Edge Razor and 5 Shark Super Stainless blades (Health and Beauty)
Full disclaimer: the blood is my own fault. I'm a straight-razor novice. Given time, I'm sure, I would be an expert.
This is a decent, entry level straight razor. If you're given to epileptic fits, seizures, constant tremors in your limbs, or are generally a royal klutz, please steer clear of this product. If the above descriptors do not apply, then read on.
The handle affords a nice grip, the blade holder swings a full 180 degrees to choose the angle most suited to your own style, and the best part ... the angle holds! The last thing one needs to worry about is having the blade arm swing wildly as one prepares to maul one's face.
I had numerous cuts and nicks on the first attempt. The second attempt resulted in a smaller blood loss, but I did see red.
The key is to shave right after a decent shower. Lather, lather, lather. I cannot overstress the importance of lathering up. Even after you've covered the visage under a nice, thick coat of lather,...Read more
64 of 64 people found the following review helpful
There will be blood, wait that's a movie!,
July 17, 2010 Darryl Bonner (Redondo Beach, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Parker SR1 Stainless Steel Straight Edge Razor and 5 Shark Super Stainless blades (Health and Beauty)
I know, stupid review title. But what wasn't stupid was my purchase of the Parker SR1 stainless steel razor. After viewing straight edge shaving videos on Youtube (which I recommend), I became fascinated with the thought of trying it myself. When I saw the prices for disposable blades for the straight edge, I saw $ signs.
I think it really has become criminal what companies like Schick and Gillette are charging for disposable blades. They've also become completely carried away with creating blades with as many as five razors! Apparently you also need a battery for some, why, I have no idea. I used to use Atra Plus double blades with some sort of moisturizing strip. I even bought generic Rite Aid brands which were much cheaper but they were still about $1 per blade. I also typically got only a week out of a razor because of all the shaving cream and stubble that got caught between the blades. Trying to shave Monday after skipping the weekend usually meant changing the blade...Read more
23 of 23 people found the following review helpful
Best bet for the money..,
November 29, 2009 Joseph R. Krueger (San Francisco, CA) - See all my reviews
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I know another reviewer had an issue with the arabic writing all over it, but I personally thought that it was sort of cool. As far as performance go's, I have no issues with it. This is an upgrade from another disposable straight razor I bought from my barber a few years ago. I had originally wanted to try it out and wanted something a little nicer which is why I went with the stainless steel holder. Considering there are other "high end" disposable straight razors out there for almost 5 to 10 times the price, you really can't go wrong with this one at all.
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