Gentlemen,

I have read several reviews from you on Thiers-Issard's Le Grelot. The razor receives an overall positive response.

I am considering the Le Grelot with the red Stamina wood scales. From what I gather, the razor would match well the dense jungle that occupies my Hollywood face. It seems to have good balance, and it is solid. The 6/8" blade, however, blows a cool wind down my spine. I only have one 6/8", the Dovo Renaissance, and I seem to do well with that. My preference is for the 5/8" blade.

Would you kindly offer more opinions on this razor to help me make up my mind whether the Le Grelot would work for me? Of course, that means taking under consideration my general preference for the 5/8" blade size and the density of my beard. I also have small hands, and my thumbs, especially on the left hand, seem to have taken a beating through the years — I use both hands.

Many thanks for your expertise.

Regards,

Obie