Parker R99 For first timer with a safety razor?

That's not to say a mild razor is any less EFFICIENT.

Some people make the mistake of thinking that aggression and efficiency are the same thing. They are not. There is no reason a mild razor can't be efficient. You have to compare the razors and how they work for you, because at the end of the day, it's all about getting a clean, close, and comfortable shave. The type of razor you choose to accomplish that goal is a matter of opinion...

Well put Chris and worth quoting again IMHO...

That's not to say a mild razor is any less EFFICIENT.

Some people make the mistake of thinking that aggression and efficiency are the same thing. They are not. There is no reason a mild razor can't be efficient. You have to compare the razors and how they work for you, because at the end of the day, it's all about getting a clean, close, and comfortable shave. The type of razor you choose to accomplish that goal is a matter of opinion...

Well put Chris and worth quoting again IMHO...

That's not to say a mild razor is any less EFFICIENT.

Some people make the mistake of thinking that aggression and efficiency are the same thing. They are not. There is no reason a mild razor can't be efficient. You have to compare the razors and how they work for you, because at the end of the day, it's all about getting a clean, close, and comfortable shave. The type of razor you choose to accomplish that goal is a matter of opinion...

Well put Chris and worth quoting again IMHO...

Yup, Chris, you nailed it.

Parker makes good razors. But I do think there might be a slight advantage to razors that don't have the butterfly twist-to-open head. However, the Gillette Super Speed is one of my favorites and it had that head. The suggestions below are all great.