Quote Originally Posted by BKratchmer View Post
...you only get one cut before the edge is wrecked, but you better believe that is a hell of a laceration!
Thanks for the background, that added some perspective that I had not considered. It seems to me that you would only get one cut before the edge is wrecked, but with a few disclaimers.

1. the edge would surely be wrecked for shaving, but not necessarily for cutting. I have had my worst razor cut to date from a blade I was hand sanding (it was by no means shave ready).

2. Beyond just the edge, the damage sustained by the blade would differ depending on the razor. For example, a 7/8 wedge would be less likely to crack or shatter than a 7/8 full hollow. (I'm not sure how many gangsters were sheffield fans, but it would make some sense... maybe razor brands preceded gang colors )

These are just a few thoughts that come to mind.