I am just starting out with a 5/8 which seemed the logical way to go.
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I am just starting out with a 5/8 which seemed the logical way to go.
Wow. Seems like the general opinion is 6/8". I have a couple of 5/8' and I use them a lot, but I like my big blades more. I also have a really thin 3/8" or 1/2" HMC Cutlery razor. I've shaved with it, and it does a decent job. It just doesn't feel right somehow, so I rarely use it.
I like the heavier blades - I guess that means larger for the hollows (8/8 Friodur is my favourite, although I'm not sure that's entirely to do with the size). But, if it's a wedgy grind I don't mind smaller - 5/8 or 6/8 is good.
James.