Parker 96R
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- Опубликовано: 8 фев 2025
- A shave with the Parker 96R TTO Butterfly Safety Razor!
Note: I noticed that the Parker razor blade says "Premium Platinum." However, the smoothness of this blade does not match other blades I've used that have platinum coatings. YMMV.
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I later noticed that the Parker razor blade I used in this video is labeled "Premium Platinum." It's not labeled this way on the packaging, so I missed seeing this on the blade. I assumed the blade was similar to many of stainless blade I've used. Meaning, it might not have a platinum, tungsten, etc. coating. Still, despite being labeled "Platinum," it had more edge and aggression. It wasn't as smooth as an Astra Green, Lord Platinum, or Vikings blade Mild razor blade. One viewer commented that the Parker blade is rougher than most. That's not too far off, I think. YMMV, of course. However, the slightly more aggressive quality of the Parker blade appeared to "up" the efficiency of the 96R razor.
@ian Halifax A very good point. I think it's helpful to others who might be looking for a solution. This approach of yours may very well be it.:) Thank you for sharing.:)
Parker razors are absolutely amazing in value and shaves. I’ve used my Parker continuously as my daily driver.
Alex, I now have three Parker razors: The Variant Adjustable Razor, the A1R travel Razor, and the 96R TTO Butterfly Razor. My only caveat with the 96R is the doors loosening up a bit during the shave. Again, it just may be operator error. Otherwise, a terrific shave with the 96R.:)
Seeing your 96r and seeing mine tells me I need to clean mine.
Thank you for the close up showing the uniformity of the blade gap and exposure. This is paramount considering Parker's checkered past with quality control. I previously owned a Parker 96R but had to let it go because it always nicked me due to it's uneven blade gap and exposure. It also felt too aggressive for me, likely caused by the aforementioned. I prefer mild yet efficient razors and it now seems the Parker 96R might be worthy of another try. Thank you for sharing.
Glad you decided to review this one. It was the first safety razor I bought when I started wet shaving. I have since moved on and own several others. But this one still is one the best I own.
*Excellent product from Parker*
_Nice heft and a wonderful balance._ _This is an excellent razor for new and experienced wet shavers._
Hi Mark- Great shave and razor review; thank you. A very nice-looking razor, indeed. I hope you have been having a great week. Take good care and be safe and be well. Best regards, as always, Mark!
Mark that is one of my favourite razors I shaved with that yesterday did a 3 pass with across and against the grain for a mild razor it gave me a fantastic BBS shave for my coarse beard well done for choosing that razor 👍
Thaks, Peter.:) the 96R delivers a nice, mild, yet efficient shave. I simply need to be aware of the handle. Not a problem, just a different design. I like the streamlined handle. As long as I make sure to snug things up, it'll give me some really great shaves.:)
Nice review. New razors are always fun to try. You'll need to see how the 96R shaves using my favorite blade, the Astra Green.
This is my first safety razor , got it a month ago and it shaves like a dream, never going back to cartridge razors.
Hi, Shadow Boxing. So glad to her this razor works for you .:) Wonderful!)
Excellent stuff Mark. There’s a shop in town here that sells Parker and Merkur razors and I’ve been umming and ahhing over getting a Parker tto for ages. I think you’ve tipped me over the edge. Their open comb razors give an excellent mild shave too 👍. Cheers Mark, thanks for the video
Hi, billiam., I'm very glad to hear you enjoyed the video.:) I'm doing a follow-up on Friday with the 96r. Again, I'm a little apprehensive about the handle loosening the doors ever so slightly. I guess if you simply make sure to double check everything is snug, you'll be fine. As I now recall, I also find myself snugging up some 3-piece razors whether they need it or not. I probably do it simply out of habit without knowing..:)
Hi Mark. Glad you liked this Parker razor. I have a Parker 91 R, it's a 3 piece razor that I'd say is in the mild-medium range. Not a bad razor, but it can't compare to my Karve. This shave looks interesting. Sometimes with those twist to open razors, the doors start to open up a bit especially if you have your hand close to the knob to open it. You do have to be careful with twist to opens. Another excellent video, Mark looking forward to seeing more. Cheers! 🍻🍻🪒🪒
Btw, I finally did pull the trigger and purchase a tub of A&E soap, just waiting for it to get here. Looking forward to that shave haha. Hope you have a good day and glad you had a good shave.
Good result, nice shave looks very nice I would not use the Parker blades I'd stick in an astra sp in it instead
Thanks, andrew.:) I think your hunch is correct.:)
Very good review of the Parker TTO. I have the same brush and soap and I`m very pleased with that. Mild razors are not my cup of tea due to my beard growth, I use the more agressive ones like the Merkur 37c or the Muehle R41.
Hi Mark Im just 3 months in to D E shaving. Using a parker 69 cr. Nice razor
Great videos.
Thanks, Paul.:) So glad you enjoy the videos.:) Bes way to shave, isn't it?:)
@ian Halifax Great to hear.:) And you don't have any problems with the doors loosening up? Curious because it might be something I'm doing incorrectly. Any tip or trick would be appreciated.:)
@ian Halifax Thank you for clarifying.
@@MarkSzorady oh definitely.
Great video Mark
Thank you very much, Samuel!
Great shave Mark, seems like a great daily driver, I’m pretty sure the Parker blades are platinum coated, they do have more bite than an Astra blade but I found them very smooth with a Merkur Progress and very efficient.
Hi, RK 516. Yes, I noticed this after the fact. It was the way I read the label. Completely missed "Premium Platinum." The "Stainless Steel," being in white against a black background, stood out. Still, i corrected this in a pinned comment. Even though these Parker blades are platinum coated, Astras and Lord Platinum blades, IMHO, are smoother. One viewer commented that the Parker blade is rougher than most. That's not too far off, I think. YMMV, of course.: I'll give them another try for sure.:)
@@MarkSzorady try them in different razors, You might get different results, they are definitely aggressive blade for sure and 100% agree that Astras are smoother, I’ve never tried Lord but I think they are the same as Shark Platinum which I found to be a decent blade too.
@@Shaverboy516 will do.:)
Great shave! 96r was my very first DE razor
AndyD, did you have any issues with the handle loosening up the doors?
@@MarkSzorady I don’t recall any issues but it has been a while since I’ve used it. I will shave with it tomorrow morning and see.
@@andydixon914 thank you.
Hi Mark, nice video as usual. I have tried to shave with only 2 passes but with my beard, I always need three. This is true even with my slant razors. I found Parker blades a little rough for me. I would use something else. Stay healthy and thanks again for your insights.
Thanks, Charles:) I agree with your assessment of the Parker razor blades. Lkike you, I found that they had a little more edge than other blades. As I mentioned, I'm guessing it's an absence of a platinum coating? Not sure. But, yes, it certainly is a bit more aggressive than other blades I've used. However, the 96R seemed to somewhat tame the blade.
nice shave Mark, top review !!
Thanks, Razor Michl.:)
I like that aftershave but I like brandy spice reserve collection also
Reminds my of fall
Harry, thanks for mentioning Brandy Spice. So many great scents from Clubman.
I’m gonna get Parker 87 R one day down the line
Soy de la piel muy sensible y no sabia si comprar esas navajas Parker, hasta ahora. parece que van bien, gracias ,saludos, estimado. Aunque me queda la duda, entre estas Parker y unas rk stanlees. Cual crees que funcionan mejor para las pieles sensibles???
Generlly speaking, the Parker 3-piece razor has a little more aggression than the Edwin Jagger, Still smooth, though. However, this twist to open razor is quite mild.:)
Like the intro theme song, useful review thanks
Thanks, amirhosein sari.:)
Nice video Mark. I have thought about getting one of these razors. It reminds me of a black beauty long handle. Have you ever done a video of your shave den? I was think that you must have an awesome collection of shave gear. I would love to see a video of your collection.
Thanks, Tim. Yes, I need to do a video of my shaving gear.:) It would be interesting. One RUclipsr did a few videos showing his gears in categories. A video on soaps, another on after shaves, then razors, etc. Thatt might be the approach.
Looks very much like a tip of the hat to the Gillette black beauty minis the adjustable options.
Prentiss, next time around, I'll hold both the Black Beauty and 96R side by side to compare.:)
I would like to buy a Parker safety razor but some of the feedback from the shaving forums about them isn't great. Would like your opinion before I buy one.
Andy, I have several. I love all the Parker 3-piece razors. The 56R is wonderful and the Semi Slant is equally great. I also have the Parker A1R Travel razor. it's a marvelous razor and I have traved with it on weekend getaways.
ruclips.net/video/FUtEhTvVxN4/видео.html
These 3-piece razors from Parker all deliver some wonderful shaves. I'd say they are slightly more aggressive/efficient that an Edwin jagger DE89, but quite smooth.
The 96R delivers a wonderful, mild shave. However, as I pointed out in the video, because the entire handle turns, it may tend to open the doors and result in a loose blade. This could cause a nick or cut. I find myself constantly checking it to make sure the doors are closed. That's the only minor downside. I also can't fault the 96R too much because I always check my razors throughout a shave, due to habit, to make sure things haven't loosened up. It's just seems that I'm more aware of it with the 96R. So, it could just be me.:)
the end tabs of the razor blade are exposed a bit more on the 96R than on gh 3-piece razors I mentioned. But not to the point where they might get in the way. It also means the razor head width is a bit more compact which, for some, makes if more maneuverable.
Of the razors I mentioned, I'd say the 96R delivers the mildest shave. I like the razor. I have no problem recommending it but with the caveat that you just double check that doors as you shave to make sure things are secure. :)
@@MarkSzorady thanks for the info mark. Really appreciate you getting back to me.
@@andyboyd126 My pleasure.:)
@@MarkSzorady 👍👍
@@MarkSzorady torn between the 96R and the three piece 89R 🤔
Great shave Mark! Hope you're well! Have you tried any of the goodfellas smile razors? I have the Italico, it's a great heavy age inexpensive razor.
Josh, I have not. I did a search and found this on West coast Shaving. tinyurl.com/y3dlupuu
@@MarkSzorady that's the one! I think it's pretty good, lovely weight and a mild shave.
@@josheyres2839 Thank you.
@@MarkSzorady no problem. Thank you for taking the time to reply, it's much appreciated. Keep doing what you're doing, it's cracking stuff!
Ciao Mark, Parker 96 r è un ottimo rasoio,molto delicato ma rade molto bene!hai fatto un buon acquisto!😊il pennello yaqi mi piace molto,ho anche il nodo da 30 è da 24! complimenti Mark!🤗
Hi, Massimo! Glad you're enjoying your Parker 96R.:) Agree, a nice mild razor that does a fine job. do you also have to make sure to snug things up so the doors don't loosen a bit?
Nice shave. Have you ever lost any hairs from a synthetic brush while applying lather?
Hi, ThaRedPitbull-Mix. Yes. Usually, this happens shortly after getting the brush. I do an initial cleaning with a mild soap before I use the brush. I do this just to get out any residual dust or particulate matter that might have settled into the brush during manufacture, packaging, shipping, etc. Then, I allow it to dry. On that first use, I'll sometimes get a stray hair fall out while lathering. This may be due to the bristle not being fully attached when the knot was glued together. Once that first hair or two falls out, I don't get any more. I may get a stray hair here and there once in a blue moon. However, to prevent this from happening further, I always make sure to use warm water when soaking, using, and cleaning the brush. Hot water temperatures can sometimes breakdown the glue that hold the knot together. So if hot water is constantly used, there is a potential for some degradation and breakdown of the glue. Also, it really depends on the construction and Q/C of the brush. I purchased a bargain basement boar brush (I think it was five or six bucks), and had nothing but hairs constantly falling out during the shave. You can see it hear: ruclips.net/video/JQAQR98Gk9g/видео.html
@@MarkSzorady Thanks for the lengthy response. I appreciate it. I bought a badger brush earlier this year and I've been having more hairs than I'm comfortable with falling out. I noticed that the hairs are coming out when I do swirls on my head. Maybe the water is too hot, not sure. Maybe I'm being too rough with it. The brush knot is very thick but I hope it doesn't keep happening.
@@ThaRedPitbull Check with the manufacturer/seller. Perhaps they had a batch of brushes not glued properly? It happens.
@@MarkSzorady I bought the brush from Stirling soaps. It may be because of the very fine hairs getting wet and the tension causes the hair to snap.
@@ThaRedPitbull Give them a call. Great people to deal with.:)
The look of that razor reminds me of the Gillette black beauty.
Hi, Christian.:) Yes, agree.:)
Kinda reminds me of black beaty
#BOOMLather
Mark, I do enjoy your videos, however you always look completley clean shaven before you start your shave. Could we actually see a video review from you where you begin with some noticible beard growth...???
Yes, I'm fair-skinned so one day's worth of beard growth doesn't photograph as readily as I'd like. But, please believe me, the beard stubble is there. Lately, I've been skipping a day to have two days' worth of beard growth. While I don't like skipping a day of shaving, I realize that sometimes I need to show some beard on camera. Here's a video with four to five days' worth of beard growth: ruclips.net/video/cN6JSLV15tw/видео.html
Thanks for the kind words.
Looks like Gillette black beauty:)
Yes, and also a GSCI New Cappuccino.:) ruclips.net/video/1vxLkoqU2jo/видео.html
Facial Hair doesn't stand a chance against Mark...