Thread: 1st razor......

Originally Posted by mrsell63

Square points, Spike points and French points are naturally taboo for newbies.

I beg to differ. But anyhow, we have an FAQ entry for this specific question, and if something is in the FAQ, it is reasonably safe to assume that it has passed our quality assurance process.

Frequently Asked Questions - Straight Razor Place Wiki
What makes a good starter razor?


Dovo Best Quality 6/8

• Size = 6/8 A wider blade is easier to keep flat on the strop, which is very important for a beginner. 6/8 is also dead center on the size chart, so you can decide which direction to go on your second razor. Finally, it has some heft for those less than confident first strokes, and is still easy to handle.
• Grind = Half hollow Again dead center on the chart, so you can decide which direction to go after your first razor. A half hollow grind offers enough heft for beginner shaving, yet also has some flexibility for comfort.
• Point = Round point. A round point is a little safer, anyway, not a lot but every little bit helps at first.

The question remains whether a member who has no answer to this question should sell razors to other members (and I am speaking of beginners here, not senior members who can pass good judgement of a razor from good photographs).