WEISHI Butterfly Open Double Edge Safety Razor for Men, Chrome Long Handle with 5 Stainless Razor Blades Included, Reusable Wet Shave Tool for Smooth, Close Shave

I am a few shaves in with this razor (using the included YingJiLi blades), and it has been transformative. Highly favorable first impression.The razor is decently heavy in hand, and the mechanism to open/close the head of the razor seems to operate without any defect, locking the blade tightly into position. It’s a good looking razor, in my opinion. I have big hands, so I thought the long handle would be the way to go, but in practice I don’t really think it matters much.The razor came well packaged in a box with a small packet of 5 DE blades which were each individually double-wrapped in a paper envelope. I have no complaints about any of it, and would recommend this to anybody that wants a clean, close, shave. If you have any facial hair (moustache, beard, chinstrap, etc.) this razor works really well to cut a nice sharp/straight line when grooming. Obviously, this single edge is easier to control than the sloppy cartridges.For less than the price of one small refill packet of cartridge razors, you can have this razor and save tons of money by buying DE blades. Even “expensive” blades are only twenty-something dollars for 100 blades, with most brands being half that cost. That will likely get most folks through at least a year, I’d bet.I’ve ordered different blades to try, as it is widely accepted that a blade that is liked by one person may not be suitable for another. The included blades with this razor are generally not very well-liked, so I’m hoping that with different blades that this whole experience will become even better.Haha, I couldn’t seem to stop writing so, fair warning, SUPER LONG story/ continuation of review below:I started shaving with an electric foil razor as a teen. Quickly decided that it was worthless, and switched to single blade disposables. (In retrospect, those were probably the best razors I have used, until now.) As I got older, I followed the 2, then 3, then 4… 5… etc. cartridge blade progression. I’ve tried all of it, different electrics. All of it.I’ve always hated shaving. I have a very full, coarse beard, but very sensitive skin. Obviously that is not an appealing combination for a person that needs to shave every day. I’ve tried every different trick and potion and lotion and whatever else, but my neck always looked like (and felt like) it had been attacked by a cheese grater. This led to not shaving every day, which led to ingrown hairs. It was a vicious cycle. I eventually went to using a set of electric hair trimmers and sporting the 5 o’clock shadow look. It kept my skin from being irritated, but it wasn’t as nice as a clean close shave.A couple of weeks ago, I was talking to my father and he mentioned off-hand that he had bought himself a new safety razor. He commented that he had forgotten how great they were. (I remembered his razors and soaps and everything from when I was a kid. I had loved it all.) For some reason, this conversation rattled around in my head for about a week when I decided to pick myself up a razor. Of all the hair-removal things I have endured over the years, I cannot explain why I’ve never tried a simple safety razor. After three decades of shaving, I finally have one.In researching razors, I kept seeing Weishi as the manufacturer of this, that, and the other brand of safety razors. It seems like just about any twist-to-open razor under twenty dollars is probably made by them. Reviews made by reasonable people all seemed favorable enough.I currently have a beard (winter tradition. For the rest of the year, I have a moustache/goatee), but I do shave my neck and groom my cheeks above the beard.My routine:-Hot shower, scrub skin thoroughly with soap.-Pat neck with towel, but don’t dry completely.-Apply pre-shave oil (I use Shave Secret. Wlmrt has it for about a third of the price of what it is sold for on Amazon, FYI)-Load shaving brush with hot water and build lather with shaving cream (I’m using Proraso green shaving cream).-Work my stubble up with the brush/soap.-Smooth, straight strokes with the razor, rinsing blade with every stroke.-Cold water rinse on skin when done.-Splash of witch hazel on skin.-Touch of styptic pencil to slight knick on my throat (Clubman styptic, again much cheaper at Wlmrt than on Amazon.)-Splash of aftershave (Pinaud Clubman, it takes me back to being a kid at a legit old-man barbershop. Delightful!)-Head out to conquer the world.{Side note: If you are able to enjoy a nice glass of bourbon while you are doing this, it really adds a certain flair. If you’re not a bourbon drinker, try a cup of coffee with a bit of the Irish in it. Maybe have your favorite music playing in the background, too. Have your boxers and a fresh undershirt warming up in the dryer to put on when you’re finished. Jazz up an otherwise dreary task. I assure you that you will feel like a million bucks when you’re done. It’s an affordable luxury!}So, after all of this blathering-on what’s my bottom line? I can shave again with a razor.I‘ve shaved multiple days in a row for the first time in… more years than I can remember. I’ve got a few slightly red areas on my neck, but they don’t hurt/aren’t irritated, and it is likely due to my current inexperience/technique. Shaving over those spots the next day gives me no discomfort, whereas the irritation from cartridge razors would not permit shaving the next day without an extreme amount of blood-letting and pain.

First time using one and shaving my whole head went better than expected didn’t take much longer than my fusion pro glide. The quality and weight are really good right on with ones I remember my dad or pop pop having. The blades could be better but you can see they get the job done well.

I was really sick and tired of paying way too much for razors to shave my legs. The prices for Gilette cartridges are absolutely insane, but I like to keep myself nice and smooth. I purchased this on a whim and hoped for the best. Here are a few of my observations:1) As others have noted, it is extremely important to find the right brand of razor blade for your skin. I purchased a combo pack of three brands and methodically worked my way through. There is a night and day difference between a razor that works for your skin and one that doesn't. I'm a Derby girl.2) There will be blood- I nicked myself pretty good on the ankle the first time I used the razor. And it bled and bled. BUT, after finding the right blade for me and switching to a shave cream instead of my body wash, I haven't had a problem since and have even become confident enough to use on my underarms. It takes a little practice, but totally worth the close shave.3) The razor handle is constructed very well and looks infinitely more attractive hanging out in my shower than the grimy candy colored ones that you buy at Walmart or Target. It is designed to change razors quickly and easily with the twist open head, and over all is just a superior design. I would recommend possibly investing in a stand for it if you want to keep it rust free and in good shape over a long period of time.That's about it. Completely satisfied with changing over to the double edge safety razor. I say go for it. Save yourself some money and look like a bada$$.

Amazing quality, feels heavy. Used it today and surprisingly did really well for my first time ever using a safety razor. The angle in which you hold it is crucial to getting a great shave with no nicks. 10/10 will never go back to other razors.Also the little dispenser the blades come with is so convenient; you’re able to put the old blades on one side to properly dispense it later.

The longer handle is an unexpected pleasure. I hadnt really considered it before I used it. So far, its well made. My last one just fell apart but it was a different brand. The handle weight is solid and just right, the guard-to-blade angle is really nice and makes for a comfortable shave. Shaving with this razor gives a nice close shave and the blades are a much better value than the 3,4, and 5 bladed gimmicks sold at the stores. Be careful if this is the first time using this type of razor though! There is a (painful) learning curve if you don't go slowly. Ive been using this type of razor for over a year now and I'll never go back to the Gillette/Schicks of the world. Its cool looking too, not that it matters much...

Update 12/18/23. Over five years later and it still works as well as the day I bought it.I do not write reviews very often, but this is deserving. I bought this razor and the Astra Platinum blades, and am thoroughly impressed. The razor has a good weight to it and feels sturdy. The butterfly opening closes tight and holds the blade firmly in place. There is no lock feeling when closing but you do not need to twist real tight for it to feel closed. I watched a youtube video on using a DE razor so I wouldn't cut myself up, since I have been using a Braun electric for the last ten years. The trick is to get the right angle (~30 degrees), use small strokes, and do not press hard against your face. The first time I used it, I could not believe how close a shave I could get. I did two passes, although most was cut on the first pass. I did have a small cut on my chin, but I had the angle wrong. The second time, I had no cuts at all.If you do not think a razor and blade combo so inexpensive could not possible be any good, think again.