Parker 87R

The Parker 87R has a 'finish that's pretty good' and is considered to be 'appointed quite well'. It appears to have a classic design reminiscent of vintage razors like the Gillette Super Speed. - From the The Crosseyed Texan video

The razor sports an appealing chrome finish with a 'nice looking' gleaming aesthetic. - From the geofatboy video

The razor, a 'copy of the aristocrat with the barber pole knurling on the handle', has a classic and appealing design, indicative of a traditional safety razor look. - From the Friendship Shaving video

It's surprisingly aggressive for its size. If the Merkur 34C is a 3 to 4, this would be a 5 to 6 on the aggressiveness scale. - From the geofatboy video

The Parker 87R is noted to be more aggressive than the Edwin Jagger DE89, making it suitable for those looking to step up their shave without being overly aggressive. It's capable of a close shave, particularly around challenging areas like under the nose. - From the The Crosseyed Texan video

With a smaller blade gap and not greatly exposed blade, the Parker 87R provides a 'nice, comfortable, easy shave' suited for daily use. The little blade feel on the first pass dissipates, which may appeal to those looking for a mild shaver. - From the Friendship Shaving video

Constructed with a genuine all brass frame and chrome plating, it seems sturdy and well-built. - From the geofatboy video

Construction quality is inferred to be solid for the price, with a twist-open design that's easy to use. Although the durability of the end cap might be questionable if dropped, the overall build is deemed good. - From the The Crosseyed Texan video

The 'barber pole knurling' on the handle provides a secure grip, reducing the chance of slippage even when wet. This feature enhances the safety and control during a shave. - From the Friendship Shaving video

The handle is described as 'pretty grippy' but suggests there is room for improvement. The necessity to dry hands before use is emphasized to prevent slipping, which points to potential grip issues. - From the The Crosseyed Texan video

The knurled handle with its unique pattern offers a 'very easy' grip, ensuring the razor doesn't slip even with wet hands. - From the geofatboy video

The 3-inch handle length is shorter than the preferred 3.5 inches, which might affect maneuverability for those with larger hands or those used to longer handles. - From the Friendship Shaving video

The overall length is short at 3.4 inches, which may not be comfortable for all users, especially those with larger hands. - From the geofatboy video

At 87 grams or 3 ounces, the razor is 'nicely weighted' offering a decent heft without being too heavy, which contributes to the control during the shave. - From the Friendship Shaving video

At three ounces, it has a good heft for its size, contributing to its solid performance. - From the geofatboy video