Le Grelot vs Wacker 1/4 hollows

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10-23-2009, 07:11 PM
Tuxedo7

Le Grelot vs Wacker 1/4 hollows

While the hype over the Le Grelot 1/4 grind may or may not be overblown, given the favorable press, I've been considering seeking one out for purchase. However, given the fact that the Le Grelot's are scarce and/or overpriced when they do surface, I was wondering if anyone's had experience with both the Le Grelot 1/4 hollow ground and the Wacker 6/8 Spanish Point 1/4 hollow ground (best silver steel) razors that are currently selling for between $200 and $250. Spec-wise, these look like they should be comparable, and I would guess that Mr. Wacker's quality is top-notch ... not to mention a nice-looking razor. The quality of the shave is the most important factor for me, and was wondering if anyone had an opinion. Thanks!
10-23-2009, 07:15 PM
livingontheedge

Haven't used a Le Grelot, but I will never part with my Wacker.
10-23-2009, 07:27 PM
huntmol

I haven't used a 1/4 hollow Wacker, but I have used a 1/4 grind Le Grelot and a full hollow Wacker!
Both are outstanding razors, and if the 1/4 Wacker shaves as nicely as my full hollow one, you'll love it.
10-23-2009, 09:42 PM
mainaman

I have the LeGrelot and it shaves great, I bet the Wacker does too. I have seen someone post a very positive review.
10-24-2009, 09:46 PM
Bill71

Where can you get the 1/4 grind wacker?
10-24-2009, 10:14 PM
PapaBull

You can find the Wackers at ShavingShop.com
10-25-2009, 03:56 AM
Basset

But which of the Wackers are 1/4 ground? I don't see anything in the descriptions re 1/4 grind.
10-25-2009, 04:20 AM
mainaman

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Originally Posted by Basset

But which of the Wackers are 1/4 ground? I don't see anything in the descriptions re 1/4 grind.

you can e-mail the site and ask :)
10-25-2009, 04:23 AM
Bill71

search by size and choose 6/8....its near the last described as Quarter Ground
10-26-2009, 02:13 PM
Stropper

They both great, I have the 1/4 LeGrelot and the french point Wanker is next on the wish list,because I love that 1/4 hollow shave. I'd say save your pennies like I am and buy them both.http://straightrazorpalace.com/images/icons/icon10.gif
10-26-2009, 02:17 PM
sparq

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Originally Posted by Stropper

They both great, I have the 1/4 LeGrelot and the french point Wanker is next on the wish list,because I love that 1/4 hollow shave. I'd say save your pennies like I am and buy them both.http://straightrazorpalace.com/images/icons/icon10.gif

Wanker?

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10-26-2009, 11:12 PM
huntmol

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Originally Posted by sparq

Wanker?

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:rofl2: just about died laughing when I read this :rofl2:
10-26-2009, 11:34 PM
Domino

Quote:

Originally Posted by huntmol

:rofl2: just about died laughing when I read this :rofl2:

Originally Posted by sparq
Wanker?

+1.............:)
10-26-2009, 11:49 PM
loueedacat

Quote:

Originally Posted by sparq

Wanker?

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Had you not posted this link, I never would have known what the word onanist meant, so thank you. :)

I have often mused that I would be worried about putting a razor in the hands of a wacker, but now you've covered it so I don't have to.
10-27-2009, 12:20 AM
jreiter22

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Le Greelot

Is this one of the good ones? It is now 11/16 it had a concave center and I had to regrind and bread knife it. It should still give another 100 years service.
10-27-2009, 12:45 AM
jreiter22

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Wostenholm Masonic Razor

This is another old timer I have been working on.