Can't tell for sure is a French point squared off at the end? Not sure if this would be good for me as a 2nd razor as I'm still new. I know square can be tricker and cause more cuts but wasn't exactly sure if a French point qualified as that.
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Can't tell for sure is a French point squared off at the end? Not sure if this would be good for me as a 2nd razor as I'm still new. I know square can be tricker and cause more cuts but wasn't exactly sure if a French point qualified as that.
Mist of my razors are French points, it's my preference in looks. But I,m one of the guys who mutes that tip, so it,ll work for you and if you keep getting bit, rub that point a little on the side of a hone or rub it on the underside of a windowsill, still has the sharp point look yet eased just enough to not get you. And like has been said you can always get that point back. Tc
I believe on strazors.com under construction there is a chart that shows different parts of razors.
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No, a French tip is not squared off but looks like a modified round point to me.
Bob
Any tip can cut you, even a round point.
It is all about technique: lather, blade, stretching, coordination, concentration.
Concentration may well be the most determining factor. Never take your eye off that edge.
I shave with a square and french points and I've never had a problem. I just make sure I am aware of where the point is at at all times.
My french points and square points have an equal ability to nick my ear and nose more so than my round points; however, I don't think it is an issue as a 2nd razor. You'll get used to it quickly.
A round point is usually recommended, but I quickly grew to prefer the French and square points much better. As mentioned, mute the tip and just pay attention:)
Me too only I don't mute the tip. I've been lucky I guess as none of the tips hav bitten me (yet)Quote:
Originally Posted by Ernie1980
Do not mute any tips as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by crazy4str8tsinnc
Just have to pay attention when near the ear lobes!
I don't mute the tips either and the ear lobes are not the only place to watch out for. You can wind up with a cut any place on your face if you let the tip dig in. You just have to pay constant attention through the whole shave no matter the type of tip on the razor you are using to shave with. More so with certain types of tips though.Quote:
Originally Posted by CanonSterVa
Bob
Lové french point razors!
So I got the French point, love it, makes detailing easier, thanks for all the feedback
I don't have any more problems with my square and french points then I do with my round point. In fact I learned mostly on french and square points.Quote:
Originally Posted by Lumberjack55
Just go nice and slow at first until you get use to the razors profile. I love a French point!