Parker 99R Safety Razor - Review

[@leokline1ify]

I always walk away from your videos feeling like i have learned something. This one is no exception. Keep up the great work!

[@shavetheman]

Thank you Leo, that's very kind of you sir :)

[@bjornmundt5801]

It is one of many DE Blade wet shave razors. Each has its own specifications. So one of them will be the right one for a man. Nothing beats traditional wet shaving!

[@RonnieGreher]

As you spoke about trying to find the angle, I was reminded of why I left the DE razor behind. Good review as always Con.

[@StrykerForge]

Parker 99r was my first DE razor when I got started. I totally agree with your assesment, great razor to get started but not the best for an experienced wet shaver.

[@wyley87]

Great video Con. When I started wet shaving I bought this and the DE89. I ended up give the Parker to my dad. Who has only used it a few times.

[@oneshoeless]

As a beginner, I bought this razor and it seems to work very well. I liked the way you noted from an "experienced" point of view it might not be so good. That said, I too have cut my self to ribbons with this razor, but I was chalking it up to inexperience. Maybe not. Your review seems to be very accurate. YMMV. Keep up the quality reviews!

[@matthewbarker7887]

very well built razor, great TTO action and balance, grip is good as well. shave is very mild, I use often with a polsilver as well. I can say the same as to finding an angle with this razor is hard, but at the end of the day it did give a good shave at a good price.

[@VallivueLaxPlayer]

I'd be curious to see what your views are on the Parker 24 and 26c razors...they seem to get high praise and do a great job for me.

[@PaulHFilms]

Good review Con, very honest..excellent video as usual...all the best..Paul.

[@shavetheman]

Thank you Paul, appreciate your feedback, as always! All the best, Con PaulHFilms

[@MrDonXX]

Great and truthful review. Glad to see you back keep the the reviews coming

[@shavetheman]

Thank you Donald Youngner:)

[@Beamos12]

Great video! When I was first looking into traditional shaving I was looking at this and an Edwin Jagger razor for my first razor. The EJ was my final choice but I've still wanted to get a Parker 99r just to try it out. Add to my little collection.

[@cjc048411]

This was my second razor I bought and it still gets use here and there not a bad razor at all. As for the angle problems I have to say I never had this problem. This is now my fiances go to shaver for her legs.

[@RecicledCanadian]

As usual professional and objective opinion. Thanks for sharing Sir.

[@shavetheman]

Thank you Valdi cygars and razors, always appreciate your kind words brother.

[@julioserrano3672]

Whats your favorite head shaver. Godbless you always and your family

[@reddrums79]

Fantastic video as usual; always look forward to yours!! The 99R was my first DE. VERY mild indeed and tough to shaved head with as well.

[@shavetheman]

Thank you Matthew Redmond

[@19bootsy68]

I'm curious Con, do you use a DE razor to shave your head or multi cartridge? As someone with the same sharp look I have to admit even though I DE shave I do use a multi cartridge to shave my Barnet. Cardinal regards, Mark.

[@shavetheman]

***** I used to use a DE on my face and carts on my head. I slowly fazed out the carts as my skills improved. It took some time, but through sheer perseverance I now use DE's exclusively. Thanks Mark :)

[@19bootsy68]

Shave the Man Thanks for the response...I may give it a shot myself Con. Mark.

[@STICKNPICK]

Con, I have the 92r, and I find it a nice razor for the money, around the same aggressiveness as a DE89. I love pol Silver blades like you, but I did find them not to be the right blade for the razor. I think the Rapira Plat Lux blades work quite nicely in my Parker. That could be the same in the 99r. As of course, YMMV. Well that's the opinion of the Court Jester of Wet Shaving lol

[@shavetheman]

Interesting Fronz, I just found this razor lacking in the sort of aggressiveness I'm accustomed to. I will try a few more different blades.... Thanks for sharing brother! All the best, Con

[@Roy_Godiksen]

Hey, i need urgent help. I bought a black badger brush. But when i used it, there were a lot of miss coloring. (the soap turned light brown). Is this normal, or is this a color treated brush. Could it be dangerous to use or cause irritation? Please help

[@mr.b9613]

This was my very first razor. I liked it a lot but Parker products for me always break down. This razor literally fell apart and decided to buy an Edwin Jagger DE89 which I still use after all these years :)

[@1pascual1]

Hello! Greetings from Peru! Can you please tell me your thoughts on the Parker 87r and the 94r? Please

[@aiquelindo]

I have this razor and I have exactly the same experience. Decent construction and price but way too mild even with feather blades. I don't use it because I tend to cut myself with it (I guess I apply more pressure in an attempt to make it work) as opposed to my more aggressive open comb that rarely gives me nicks.

[@shawns.3376]

Great vid, Con, keep them coming! My first razor was a Parker 22R, also mild, but, you're right, good razors to start into wet shaving with. I do like it, I still have it I use it for travel now and then. But my beard is thick and heavy(but thankfully grows even haha), so, while it would work, like you said, I needed to go over it a few times. Not the best results the first few times, blood loss and all lol Still, for a first timer a great choice in razors to start with, easy to use and you're not fiddling as much trying to get the blade to lay even. I 'upgraded' to the Ikon Slant Bar, the first run of them, not the DLC, and that is, IMO, a great razor. I use Shark blades(though I want to try others when I next need blades now that I have more experience), and I it glides through my whiskers with ease :D

[@Aporqpyn]

I had a Parker 99r for a short time. Way too mild. Like you, I found the shaving angle to be elusive. I think it has a very narrow range of angles that will allow the razor to shave. Have you tried a Fatip? Or the Merkur Progress? I'd enjoy hearing your impressions of those razors.

[@shavetheman]

Hi Will Appleton, a Fatip review is on the list for review. Thanks for your feedback. Regards, Con

[@danlutter8061]

I agree with the shaving angle on the 99r. I still use it from time to time because it was very first razor, but I don't reach for it all the often.

[@NamasW24]

It’s easy with the Parker razors the angel is either ⬇️ or ↗️ which ever way works best for you

[@JohnBarrylizard]

I bought one and it's physically beautiful but I had the same problem. It either didn't shave well or cut me to shreds. My Edwin Jagger razor never cut me like this one did. This literally took chunks of flesh out of my face. Maybe I got a defective one?

[@shavetheman]

It gave me problems as well +John Barry... oh well. Thanks for your feedback :) All the best, Con

[@JohnBarrylizard]

+Shave the Man Thanks, wish it would have worked out for all of us. Price is great and build very impressive. I still have a scar from the Parker. My EJ is not aesthetically captivating but it's functional for me.

[@ursusdinesanimalia3550]

@@JohnBarrylizard 94r is what gives ye a close shave and that's just a great razor which easily rivals any other brand out there.

[@JohnBarrylizard]

Might try it but happy with my two DE razors. Know the 94r is quite different than the 99r that's reviewed here.

[@AnthonyEspositoTheStallion]

Awesome as always Con !!!

[@shavetheman]

Thanks Anthony Esposito

[@Sahil-Singh.]

Awesome review.. That's beautiful Razor..

[@shavetheman]

Thank you kindly Suraj! All the best, Con

[@patrickoestlundrasmussen]

Great video Con. That's i the first DE i got, and i can agree on, the bild quality is fine and angle is hard to find and it's mild. But i woud not recommed to a beginner, because of the angle, i woud rather recommed a 34c or a r89. And i think it's a bit to long. Keep the videos comming ;)

[@alvallac2171]

*That is *I can agree the build *would *recommend *too long *coming

[@TheJosephPrice]

Do you use it to shave your head? I currently use Headblade to shave my head, but I'm open to other options.

[@shavetheman]

No +Joseph Price . I'm actually not game enough! :)

[@TheJosephPrice]

Shave the Man Totally understandable. :D

[@2HatHudders]

ahh man, just ordered this from amazon - looking to get into DE shaving. Should I cancel the order an order another? Guy recommend any others for beginners.

[@timkennedy1192]

+Hardeep Singh Did you get it? How did it turn out. I'd like to get a 87R maybe....

[@2HatHudders]

I cancelled the order and got an Edwin Jagger instead!

[@2HatHudders]

As it's my first de shaver

[@timkennedy1192]

+Hardeep Singh I am using a vintage Gillette (actually a Lady Gillette), but new to DE. I used disposable 2 blades before and did electric for a while. Like the TTO feature but have read they may have alignment issues. May get a Feather Popular because 1) it is cheap, but 2) is TTO, 3) got good reviews and 4) comes with feather blades which I am wanting to try. Like the Jagger? PS: Thanks for quick reply!

[@2HatHudders]

+Tim Kennedy it's hard to give the Jagger a full review as its my first one and I'm still finding the right blades for my skin, but I do love the build quality and weight. overall it's a smooth shave close shave, I'm finding under the chin neck area a little difficult to get a bbs shave without irritating it! so far I've tried Astra sp, treet platinum, lord platinum, derby, Gillette 7 Sharpe edge and feathers. but will revisit them because I think my technique is generally improving as time goes on!

[@peteschiavoni]

I love your reviews my friend.

[@SwivetShaves]

Great video Con!

[@boettcherkiel7223]

Pro : the price, I like the butterfly-mechanism, and I like it heavy. Contra : The blade is not symmetric on both sides, the bar is slippery and the screw is badly fixed, I have to fix it a few times during the shave.

[@pauliq3098]

Very informative video. Thanks.

[@ActuMoto]

For a beginner, parker99r, Edwin Jagger 89l or Merkhur 34c?

[@matthewbarker7887]

all three are great choices, but the merkur 34c is one that I would say is the most versatile depending on what blade you choose

[@thechefjohnny9183]

What is that ring you wear? It's very nice ! Great video as usual !!!1

[@shavetheman]

Thank you! It's a custom made, mother of pearl.

[@thechefjohnny9183]

Shave the Man Its gorgeous..... Keep the great videos coming .... Very enjoyable !

[@gregoryallan3137]

I started with a 99 hour And find the Shaves were very blade dependent. I thin the 99r does not flatter the shaver and therefore encourages you to improve your technique. I now use a 34C and find that this Razor is very forgiving.

[@Jazzberrytpt1]

I have a Parker 26c open comb and it shaves fantasicaly. Parker open combs are milder than their closed combs. Mine is smooth as silk. the problem with these India razors is that they tend to have blade alignment issues. That is why people report the shaving inconsistantcies. I have a maggard MR5 that has some blade wiggle, and have to check alignment before I tighten it down. Then it shaves great. My 26c and My Razorock Jaws Hammer dosen't have that issue, so I guess it is a bit of quality control problems. But when you get one that is spot on, they can out shave merkur, muhle, Jagger, etc.

[@richardayrton2697]

+robert stockton How are you finding the 26c? I'm thinking of getting one - just feel hesitant about getting a Parker..

[@Jazzberrytpt1]

Parker's open comb are milder than their closed comb couterpart on agressiveness. But because they are an open comb they still retain their efficiency that open combs are noted for, but with the mildness of a closed comb gillette. Great combo! My second favorite razor next to a vintage schick krona.

[@Jazzberrytpt1]

And They seem well made

[@alvallac2171]

*fantastically *inconsistencies *don't have that issue (because plural, but also you misspelled "doesn't") *outshave

[@blue28119]

This was my first proper DE razor i bought but got lots of nicks with it. What i find is it doesnt hold the blade that firmly so you get nicks. Id only had it about a month and bought a Merkur 34c razor next and its FAR superior it holds the blade rigid and i get NO cuts. Its nice looking but not a great razor wish id never bought it

[@robertberlin5228]

i use it a great Razor very nice with Gillette Silver Blue Razor Blades

[@josephmarzeno3694]

Me too I use it with the Gillette from India great shave I have no problem finding the angle get it BBs three pair shave no problems and proraso red

[@stevenfarris8781]

Excellent video Thanks

[@rurimino]

This is the worst DE razor I have ever had the misfortune to use, not just because it dragged, clogged and teared as I was using it for just two delicate passes but I got he worst cut (1 inch deep just above my Adam's apple which took ages to stop - still got he scar) ever in my shaving life. The seller presented obstacles when I attempted to return it so I will quietly discard and put it down to experience. The Merkur 34c now thats a razor worth talking about.

[@SevenDeMagnus]

Cool

[@KS-ev1rh]

Bought & used this razor & the Parker blades that came with it. It cut me up good. The 2nd time using the razor with smooth Wilkenson blades it was much better. Throw out the Parker blades that come with it & use your favorite blades. Just be careful. 🩹🩹🩹