Thread: Razor size

Does a different size razor work better for a certain beard. Mine is the toughest I have seen and I am wondering if a larger blade might help my shaving troubles. I am using a Dovo 4/8ths

A properly honed blade will shave any sort of a stubble with ease, regardless of the size or grind. However, if you have tough stubble, you get more of a leeway when you use a stiffer grind (half-hollow to a wedge). The size isn't as important but some people find it easier to get a proper angle with 6/8 or larger blades.

Could it be possible that the razor needs to be properly honed again because of my stropping? I am thinking of sending it out to Lynn so he can either sharpen it or return it to me. That way I will know about my technique good or bad.

Yes, that is possible. I agree though that moving up in size a little might help.

That's certainly possible and your conclusion is a good one as well. You can be more certain that way.

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Well I guess I would really like to try a larger razor. Maybe a 6/8 wedge or half hollow. Also, a decent brush and cream. Any suggestions?

Can't have it.

Get yer own.

Consider yourself informed.



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Also, good idea to send your razor out to Lynn. That'll give you a good idea if it's the size/grind or the stropping. Send it to him and see what the first shave results in.

Ok I'll be different get yourself a nice 7/8 blade. I find that when I let my beard grow more than a day that I get a better shave with a big boy.

Originally Posted by xman

Can't have it.




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X, you tease...