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shorynot Did i pull the trigger too... 09-27-2009, 05:15 AM
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    Default Did i pull the trigger too soon on this one

    I just purchased this razor5/8 Imperial Razor - Straight Razor Place Classifieds

    It was kind of an impulse buy because i really am partial to wooden scales. The main thing ive been looking for is a rounded razor, that is smaller than 6/8 (6/8 is a little to clunky for me). Im not very knowledgeable with all the names of the razors and whatnot. Normally i will post it on here to ask opinions from everyone, but i didnt want to miss out on something that i may like.

    Since im still a little new to the measurements i was curious. Is 5/8 really that much of a difference than 6/8? Sorry if that sounds silly, but the sizing has always confused me a bit. The picture is a bit hard to make out, so i just wanted some insight on the quality of this blade.

    Thanks in advance
    Tony

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    I'm not familiar with the brand but I find a 5/8 to be a very convenient size.
    Be careful how you treat people on your way up, you may meet them again on your way back down.

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    Quote Originally Posted by JimmyHAD View Post
    I'm not familiar with the brand but I find a 5/8 to be a very convenient size.
    Thank you, if anyone else knows about this brand please let me know. Im looking forward to seeing this regardless

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    Don't panic. In my opinion there's enough of a difference between 5/8's & 6/8's to make a difference.
    Imperial made a line of Improved Eagle razors. That's my experience with them, though mine needs a bit of work. These are one of those that a few makers were doing, but AFAIK Imperial's version was very good.
    Here's a nice example.

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    Looks like a good razor for a good price. I think you did well if it shaves well which it should. Ronnie knows good razor.

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    I think you will notice the size difference as soon as you pick it up, enjoy it.

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