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    hello i have only 5/8 razors...and a very hard beard with sensitive skin.....i d like to buy a maestro 7/8 ....what is the advantage?

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    More time between cleaning the soap off the blade. I like the bigger blades myself.

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    In my experience there really is no advantage that a bigger razor has over a smaller one in terms of cutting ability or shave quality. A bigger razor might be a little easier to keep flat on the strop or hone, and it will hold a little more lather than a smaller one. It will be heavier and may be a little harder to shave certain areas like under the nose. I think that the real "advantage" of a big razor is the cool look, especially with a beautiful Livi blade. My favorite everyday shavers are usually about 6/8, but it is fun to break out the really big ones sometimes.

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    Actually some people are simply more confortable using the larger blades. It is really a personal preference.

    Good Luck.

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    I like the bigger blades myself.

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    I recently exchanged my Meastro ATS34 7/8.
    I did find the weigth & feel of the larger blade gave me very good shaves with no irritation,it also helped me to refine my technique by helping me to get a lighter touch. All inall I found it to be a positive experience.Paul

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    I like the weight of a 7/8. I don't own one but have honed a few up. I should put one my Christmas list. I think they shave a little easier.

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    i love larger blade but i have a "very designed beard " (i don t know the english terms ) under nose and under mouth.....7/8 blade could be a problem for finishing and designing the beard?

    thanks
    Last edited by danzyc; 10-02-2007 at 05:48 PM.

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    I find if i need to do some touchup work on the Goat Tee....i break out the 5/8. Other than that im using 7/8. I just purchased a 6/8 and am eager to try that out.

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    I'm glad I looked here. I'm buying my a 6/8 Dovo from www.thewellshavedgentlemen.com . Big blades are cool.

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