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    Default Favorite size?

    I know this is probably a silly question, but what the hell. Anyone have a favorite size blade?

    When I first started shaving straight a few months back, I bought a Dovo 5/8" ebony, and it's great. BUt I soon bought a 7/8" W&B at a yard sale, and after disinfecting and honing, it's rapidly become my favorite razor to shave with. I currently own 5 razors that I use (and a few that I don't), and I have to say this wider blade seems to fit me fine. Any thoughts?

    Incidentally, when I first bought the 7/8", I thought it would be like trying to shave with an axe. Turns out I love it. Who knew?

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    6/8's and 7/8's are my favorite size!

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    Never shaved with a 6/8 but im diggin the 7/8 atm. Would like to try a 6/8 eventually.

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    I use them all but if I had to pick a favorite it would be a 6/8s and I would be willing to bet if you did a survey you would find 6/8s to come out on top.
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    I want to find a nice 6/8 to buy. Give my arsenal a new weopon. I do know i like the bigger blades. I look at my 5/8 in disgust :P

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    i dont mind size as much as i mind the grind, but probably 6/8

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    Quote Originally Posted by IsaacRN View Post
    I look at my 5/8 in disgust :P
    Send it to me for safe disposal!
    Plus ça change, plus c'est la même chose. Jean-Baptiste Alphonse Karr.

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