The Parker 55SL-SC is a "Semi-Slant" double edge safety razor which has the advantages of a slant bar razor (more cutting surface on each whisker due to the blade angle) without the aggressiveness and dramatic blade exposure associated with other slant razors. This razor delivers an incredibly close and comfortable shave. Parker 's Semi-Slant safety razors are milder than the typical slant, combining the best of a slant razor and a conventional safety razor. Since the blade angle is torqued, this razor cuts the hair at an angle instead of straight on, resulting in a very efficient shave. The Semi-Slants are great for those with thicker, more coarse hair, as well as for wet shavers with sensitive skin. We recommended using very little pressure when shaving with our Semi-Slant for excellent results. Razor has a length of 110mm and weight of 92 gram, is made from solid brass with a textured electroplated satin chrome finish for improved grip. This type of safety razor has a removable twist-to-open head which comes off by fully untwisting the handle until the head is released.