Hey guys, wondering if someone could give me some advice on a straight edge I could buy. Carbon fiber or stainless steel? Round our square point?
Thanks.
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Hey guys, wondering if someone could give me some advice on a straight edge I could buy. Carbon fiber or stainless steel? Round our square point?
Thanks.
If you wear a beard I would say go for a Spike, Spanish, or French point. If you shave full face I would go with a 6/8 round point up to 8/8.
Then again....that Boker Celebrated just haunts me!!!!
http://www.knifecenter.com/knifecent...ges/140505.jpg
Id stay away from the carbon fiber blade and stick to either the carbon steel or the stainless. But then again thats just me.;)
I have been straight shaving only since Nov., but one thing I learned is that it is better to stay away from a full hollow ground (thinner blade) when starting out because the razor will pull more than others. IMO this will make it harder to get the technique down. For me, I wish I had started on a heavier blade, because it takes a while to get the hang of it. I would also recommend a round point.
Bladerunner or Nun2sharp,
Have either of you heard any feedback about this razor, any thoughts, just looking at it because it is a cheaper Dovo.
DOVO Best Quality Straight Razor – 5/8
thanks for the feedback.
Can not go wrong with a Dovo. Period. Buy one prehoned by one of the members here. SAFE!
What is a myth? About the thinner blade pulling more? Not a myth for me. I have a Dovo(Col. Conk) that seems to be a heavier blade and it doesn't pull as much. I have seen recent threads where others have said the same. I must admit, though, I am no expert, just saying what I have experienced so far.