Quote Originally Posted by jrabi View Post
+1
My own subjective view is that, the wedge ground doesn't really beginner straight. I really think, that the 5/8" straight razor light, comfortable to be well-maneuvered him. Perfect choice for the beginner movements.
In general a very light razorīs harder to shave with, in my view I belive a wedge is easier to learn with, for most people, but that you'll learn the technique better with a hollow ground razor (easier to find the angle and easier to rely on only the weight of the razor with a wedgy hrind).