well... it had been a long long time since anybody has made a true wedge nearly all the wedges you will find, except for some custom ones, will be hollowed a little. a 1/4 or 1/2 wedge will bee nice and heavy and a silent shaver. but in reality you can shave just as well with a extra hollow or a wedge... providing they are sharp and that you have taken the time to learn the proper prep and shaving techniques... i have them all and love them... lately though i have been favoring my smaller wedges... 4/8 and 5/8... stiff grinds and light wieght... great to shave with