Quote Originally Posted by FiReSTaRT
I've learned how to drive on automatics, but ever since my first stick car, I never went back to granny-tranny. As for spike points, they're ok as long as you're careful with your shaving, but unless you're sporting a moustache or a goatee, they don't have much of an added utility value for you. Mine never gave me any scars though. Ironically it was a round point that gave me 4, but it's a piece of crap blade that's been relegated to being a teaching prop and a guinea pig for my restoration techniques.
Hi there Firestart,

Whether of not a spike point has any added utility depends upon your facial contours, beard type and personal preference. In my case, I find a spike easier to use in some difficult corners; but these areas are not impossible access with a round point either.

Hal