Quote Originally Posted by suzuki View Post
Not a big deal at all - I find length more of a factor than width.
I was interested by your comment. As one who is new to straight-razor shaving, I feel very uncomfortable with the 2-3/4" or 3" blade length. I imagine that I would much prefer shaving with a blade that was the length of the disposable razors to which I am accustomed.

Also, the !@#$ razor handle keeps getting in my way as I look in the mirror, when I cross my arm over to shave the left side of my face; how I wish that I could take these scales from my eyes!

Are there known solutions/alternatives to either of these issues (other than becoming ambidextrous)?