Thread: Which razor to get next?

Originally Posted by netsurfr

I would see if she is receptive to letting you get a custom razor. Nothing ventured, nothing gained...

I think this HAS to be the winning answer

Thanks for all the suggestions!

I ran the custom razor idea past my wife, and she was fine with it - only problem is I don't know what I like yet, so I'm going to try a few different styles and see. I also want to learn to hone my own razors first as well - no point in having a super great razor and either not being able to hone it, or stuffing it when I do try!

So in the interests of trying new things, I bought a Wapi from the invisible edge. i also bought a collection of 6 razors from an ebay seller - there is one good hollow in the set, and a bunch of rusting and uneven-shoned things there as well - so plenty for me to play with as I learn to hone.

So the wapi - I tried it this morning and really enjoyed it. What I like most was the way the heavier blade seems to need less pressure. I also really like the oblique point - great for under the nose and doing straight sideburn lines. I think the blade was good, but the tang seemed a bit small - all in all it felt little in my hand. I also found the blade harder to align on my neck, but then I'm used to 6/8.

I would really like to try a 6/8 oblique point near wedge now - I have a feeling that may suit me - but we'll see. Just have to find one now!

Matt

What has she done wrong that has meant she is encouraging you to get more and spend more money? That DOESNT happen. Has she broken one of the ones you have? Has she been buying stuff from the internet herself and now feels guilty? Ask yourself: what has she done to feel guilty for?

Unless of course its your birthday coming up, in which case just tell her the one you'd like