Thread: 2/8 & 3/8

im looking at the dovo 2/8" & 3/8" razors and thinking they might be good for doing specialty deeds like shaving along the lip line and shaping my chops (long sideburns).

ive been shaving for almost a year using a disposable blade straight razor so im pretty confident with my technique. the 5/8" im comf with shaving all over just around my lip i feel id like something not so bulky...am i over annalyzing? should i just suck it up and get used to using the 5/8 under and above my lip?

I have a 3/8 Tennis razor with aluminium scales by Fritz Bracht. I only used it once, gave me a decent shave. However I prefer larger and heavier grinds.

You won't know until you try. Go with what works for you.

X

I have tried with a 3/8 hollowground and hated it. I just couldn't keep a consistent angle or stroke. I think it probably just needs practice with that particular size. I do have a 3/8 W&B wedge, which has a wicked edge and is great to shave with though.
Personally I would stick with a larger size for the whole of my face - I have managed it so far and never found it to be a problem. Of course you may find that it suit you better to have different sizes - if so go for it.

I have a 3/8ths Puma and I do not like it at all. It simply is too easy to manoeuvre for my liking.

So anyone willing to sell any of these smaller blades?

Certainly, but would they not have to go throught the Classifieds first?

Originally Posted by BeBerlin

Certainly, but would they not have to go throught the Classifieds first?

You can always send a PM if you fancy a certain member's razor.

Originally Posted by Kees

You can always send a PM if you fancy a certain member's razor.

Excellent. Now then, how do I find a member who owns a 6/8ths Puma with black scales in excellent condition?

Just joking, I know what a WTB ad is

Take a look here: PUMA SOLINGEN Old Germany straight razor. - eBay (item 230310058491 end time Nov-29-08 13:53:26 PST)