Butterfly Safety Razor

lighter razor. What the comb changes A closed comb has a continuous safety bar for a smoother, more guarded feel. An open comb has separate teeth and channels for heavier lather and longer growth, with more blade feedback. “Butterfly” describes how the head opens to load a blade; it is a loading mechanism, not a claim that one shave is better. The razor is the tool. The blade is the replaceable part. Buy the handle once. Standard double-edge blades are inexpensive, widely available and non-proprietary. You don’t need to throw away the expensive part every week. How to shave with it Start with wet skin and something slick. Find the blade angle, use light pressure and take short strokes. Rinse the head as needed. Don’t press as you might with a cartridge. What the weight feels like At about 62 g, it is the lightest and most maneuverable of the three. Its weight may feel more familiar if you are coming from a cartridge handle; still use light pressure. Loading the blade Turn the collar near the head to open the doors. Set in a standard double-edge blade, then turn the collar to close them securely. This is a top-action collar, not a twist knob at the butt end. Care Rinse away lather and let the razor dry. You can loosen or open the head after use if you prefer. Clean occasional soap buildup with mild soap and a soft brush. What you actually need A razor, standard DE blades and something slick to shave with. Pair it with one of our tinned shave soaps if you want a traditional brush-built lather. Aftershave is optional — a finishing step, not a requirement for a good shave. Specs Butterfly / twist-to-open head · top-action collar · approx. 62 g · fine knurled handle · smooth butt end · standard DE blades Compare the three Closed Comb Weight: 120 g Feel: More guarded and substantial Head: Three-piece Choose it if: You shave regularly or are moving from cartridges. Open Comb Weight: 110 g Feel: More direct and substantial Head: Three-piece Choose it if: You have heavier growth or shave every few days. Butterfly Weight: 62 g Feel: Light and maneuverable Head: Top-action butterfly doors Choose it if: You want quick blade changes and a lighter razor.