What Size is best for what?

[orta02]

Hi everyone,
I'm a newbie here in search for the way to a great shave and it seems like shaving with a SE is the way to go.

I have never used a straight edge razor and before I consider buying one I would like to know your thoughs on a SE with disposable blades vs. a regular SE.

I would also like to know what size would be best for shaping around the mustashe and goat-t areas? I should also mention that my hair is quite thick and grows back fairly quickly.

I enjoy shaving and I love a close shave but the mach3 is not cutting it for me. My hair grows back fairly quickly and I can't seem to get that close shave that we all want.

I am getting married in December and I would like to learn how to use the SE by then. My lady appreciates a good shave and so do I.

Any help is greatly appreciated.

Thanks

Pedro

[FiReSTaRT]

Welcome aboard, Pedro. You provided just the right kind of information. For shaping and precision, you want a small blade, like a 4/8. For your heavy growth you want a heavy grind like a wedge. I believe there's a DOVO 4/8 wedge out there. Someone who's more into DOVOs should be able to tell you where to get it. In any case have it honed by Lynn or Joe at least the first time around.

[orta02]

Thanks Firestart, I truly appreciate your help.
I will start looking at some Dovo 4/8 and I'll let you know what I can find.

Also, what do you think about the SE with disposable razors?

Cheers,

Pedro

[FiReSTaRT]

Pedro,
DOVO isn't the only brand you should be looking at. Wait for some more responses before making a purchase. Maybe one of our vendors has something in stock.
You are probably talking about the Feather. It's a very sharp system, maybe even too sharp, especially for a beginner. The blades are also fairly harsh, so don't get one if you have sensitive skin. Shavette-type shavers are good as a learning prop but I'd rather use a DE than use one of those on a regular basis.

[RichZ]

I agree except I think a 5/8 would also be ok. I have razors from 3/8 to almost 1 inch and I love them all at different times. If I haven't shaved in a while the big boy is my choice however for a quick touch up I like the smaller 3/8 or 4/8. Think of them like the difference between a sports car (4/8) and an SUV (7/8, 8/8) . Good luck and enjoy.

[randydance062449]

For your needs I would recommend a specific grind which is called by various names. Wedge, flat grind, or 1/4 grind.
This is a stiff grind that is not deflected by a thick or coarse beard.
For a size I would recommend eithe a 3/8 or 4/8 razor width.

Just my two cents,