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10-21-2005, 12:00 AM #41The triple smoker
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I'll second that preference for 6/8 if limited to one size. A good compromise between a light blade and heavy, suitable for most beards.
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10-21-2005, 01:20 AM #42Senior Member
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I also think that the 6/8 would be a better choice than 5/8. I think it also will be easier for them to grind it... And I would love a spike, but think that the round point is the grind of choice now... Whatever is easier to do...
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10-21-2005, 01:29 AM #43Senior Member
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Okay Kyle, are you interested in a 6/8? It would appear that's becoming popular. And I really hate to seem ignorant, but what's the difference between a spike and a round point? I'm assuming you're talking about the edge opposite the heel, right? Why is one better than another?
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10-21-2005, 01:49 AM #44Senior Member
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I prefer a 7/8 but agree that a 6/8 would offer a good compromise.
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10-21-2005, 03:38 AM #45Senior Member
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I'm not opposed to 6/8 at all. Most of my razors are 5/8, and I rarely nick myself. My 6/8+ Friodur (honed by Lynn) gets me every time. I'm not used to the extra weight -- it weighs double what my 5/8 weigh.
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10-21-2005, 04:12 AM #46Senior Member
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I've been wanting to pick up a 6/8...keep loosing out on ebay!
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10-21-2005, 04:42 AM #47Super Shaver
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Wouldn't a semi-round offer greater access than fully round to some of those tight spots? Thinking of under the nose and around the ear.
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10-21-2005, 07:47 AM #48Senior Member
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Round point is more 'forgiving" than spike. If you are not careful, or if the tip of the spike is rough, it can scratch you. But with well done spike, I don't think that's an issue. In general, spike offers more control in those tuff-to-reach places... Semiround, spike, whatever...
Kyle, wanna trade that mad dog? I found myself better with bigger blades...
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10-21-2005, 02:47 PM #49Senior Member
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It looks like we might have a general consenses on size. I'm not too particular about the point, so at this time I just need somebody to volunteer a 6/8 to ship in for analysis. Any takers?
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10-21-2005, 03:59 PM #50Senior Member
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I don't know I'm ready to part with it just yet. I should probably make myself shave with it exclusively for a couple of weeks and it wouldn't be a problem anymore. I usually use it for my Sunday morning shaves when I have time to pamper myself, because I know I have to be more careful with it.
Originally Posted by superfly
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