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Hello folks:
Currently I am using a 6/8 half-hollow bonza but looking to try something different. I am interested in buying a small 4/8 wedge razor called a Neptune Solingen in Geschmiedet. I haven't been able to find any information on this brand. Is this a decent razor? Is there anyone here that can tell me more about this brand?
Thanks!
You should have mentioned it was on B-S-T. I am sure any razor on there will be ok. The people here know the difference between a straight razor and a razor knife.
I noticed that there were at least 200 views of this razor but no one has touched it yet. It seems the seller has put quite a bit of work into honing it too. Is this because wedges arn't as popular as the hollows?Quote:
Originally Posted by bouschie
No, it's because there is little love for a 4/8s razor. A 4/8s wedge is a really queer duck to boot.
I looked at the razor and didn’t see that the seller put any more into honing then an average progression. I think that razor looks pretty cool actually. I have a pair of Holley razors a 4/8 and a 3/8 that came as a set. They shave great.Quote:
Originally Posted by jpgbrookes
I too at one time thought a 4/8 wedge would be the the ticket to a daily great shave.. I am a 5-7 day a week full face shaver, pretty pronounced jaw line, chin with a couple good scars, thick upper lip whiskers, etc.. Now I dont have anything bad to say about that little guy as it worked as it should... But, for me it was just too small to use for full shave (they dont hold any lather) that I just phased it out.. I actually was thinning down to a more manageable razor count a few months ago and a member bought 3 razors from me.. I saw that little bugger sitting in my shave cabinet and us memory serves I dont think I even told the buyer I was giving it to him.. Anyway sorry about a little rambling but unless you are getting that razor for next to nothing or you just really want to use a 4/8 I wouldn't purchase.. Someone on here might even have one buried deep in the vault they would let you borrow? Whatever you decide good luck.. Scott
It's one thing to see a shaver which has been worn/damaged down to that smaller size.
Certainly a turn-off.
Quite another to see one made to be that size.
They are surprisingly efficient, esp in good nick.
Honed-right, that is a whisker-wiper. JMO
Yup, the razor looks in good shape, the size is original and it went through a normal honing process. Should shave as well as any other razor if you like a 4/8 size razor. For some reason 4/8 is not a popular size is all.
Bob
Ya. I have a few. One is a smiler, so it acts bigger than it is.Quote:
Originally Posted by BobH
In the modern-grinds, 9/16 can be the sweet spot
That is getting as small as can be, IMO.
It depends on how it was treated, I suppose.
Seems to me, the wedge variety works nice in those made small.
For me, as someone mentioned above it’s about how much shave debris the blade can hold.
4/8 just need to be cleaned more often or you need to be ok with lather bombs on your belly.
Blade looks great if you are looking for a narrower razor..
Well.....You sooo hairy, Mike! :D
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Lather bombs on your BELLY! :roflmao
Damn!! I would like to apologize to @johnmrson.. I did not realize this razor was on B/S/T.. I have purchased a LeGrelot from him in the past and the razor was in great shape, shave ready, fair priced and was as advertised.. I have sold a number of razors/items through B/S/T and I would not want to see other members talking potential buyers not to purchase in a open forum setting.. My bad and it won't happen again.. Thnx, Scott
I suppose we should not discuss things in the BST much.
After-all. There is a thread there to discuss them?
True, but I think we walked the line just fine. More a discussion of size, than the specific blade for sale.
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For what it's worth, German "wedges" tend to be quarter hollow. Most 42 models are 4/8 quarter hollows, although there are a few 5/8-s.
They shave just as nice as larger razors, if you don't mind rinsing your blade more often and don't have to shave around facial hair (I tend to get lather on my fingers and in tje pivot area for most razors under 5/8 due to my lambchops).
Yeah, I did over exaggerate that with an opening of Damn!!. lol. Nothing crossing the line in any of our posts. It just felt a little weird on my end reading back so just wanted to throw a quick.. little apology if needed
Lather bombs. Good one Mike. I have that issue a lot. Just having too much fun to rince. A very keen 4/8 razor with slice thru the whiskers like any other razor. Its just got to be rinced more. I got a bunch of 4/8 and smaller.
Just woke up now lol. Wow I wasn't expecting so many responses to this. Thanks guys! Yeah I think I'm going to pull the trigger on this one. I'll still use my 6/8 Bonsa the most since I shaved my beard off already. But when I grow my beard out again, a wedge should be nice to have around.
I had a look at this link before posting but wasn't able to find this brand: Razor makers
So when it comes to wedges, is there a difference in the shave feel between a small wedge like this and a bigger one? (assuming both have just been honed)
To me, I have to have a good grip and concentrate more on the shaving angle.
Other than that, sharp is sharp.
I concur 100% with sharptonn...
I would recommend a more hollow blade for a newer straight razor shaver. I found it easier to use in the beginning. But everyone is different. Some love the big heavy near wedge razors. I'm more in love with the full hollows. To each there own! Nobody knows better than themself, and after you have used a few different grinds and sizes, you will find what is best for you. Too bad it takes so much time and money.
Yes it will be interesting to experiment and find out which end of the spectrum I will like better.Quote:
Originally Posted by Gasman
