Thread: Need advice: does a small razor shave better around beards?

I've read in a couple of threads that some members find spike points to be useful in trimming close up against their beards (goatees). I'm clean shaven so I really can't offer a personal opinion.
Namaste,
Morty -_-

I really preferred spikes for beard trimming when I first got started, but now I don't find much of a difference in the end result regardless of what point I use... as for the size of the razor, I feel strongly that it's just a matter of personal preference.

But just in case you want justification to buy another razor or two, or a reason to pitch the idea to SWMBO... you will probably get the best results if you try out all of the sizes

Oh, BTW... a while back I lost the goatee...

Hello, Vashanka:

A smaller blade might be more maneuverable; however, in skilled hands any size blade will work. Also, spike or square point razor might give you more precision; however, there, too, a skilled hand can overcome any barrier.

Regards,
Obie

Originally Posted by Obie

Hello, Vashanka:

A smaller blade might be more maneuverable; however, in skilled hands any size blade will work. Also, spike or square point razor might give you more precision; however, there, too, a skilled hand can overcome any barrier.

Regards,
Obie

I have to agree 100%...but it is an EXCUSE for a new razor as well...

Wow I am getting old, This month will be 30 years ago I grew my first beard, it also is when I had my first straight razor shave... My barber back then introduced me to a straight razor with these simple words, "Want Straight lines you need a Straight edge"

I have tried from 3/8 to 10/8, my personal favorite razor is the 11/16, spike point extreme hollow grind, I can actually trim individual hairs with them...But I feel really comfortable anywhere from 4/8 to 6/8 I have a couple of 7/8 and 8/8 but those are more for collectors then real shaving...

IME Way more important then size is sharpness my razors have to have two things to get really good lines...

1. A spike point
2. A stupid wicked scary sharp edge


Just my opinion YMMV of course

I saw new Dovo "junior" razors as a standard offering on a major razor retailer's site when I was looking around last week. It had a 1/2-3/4" shorter blade than standard that may make it easier to shave the box on your cheek going N-S instead of E-W. I looked quickly, but couldn't locate the site. I'd ask SRD if they can get one for you.

I get the best shave from my spike points, around the beard and elsewhere. All of them are either 5/8 or 6/8. The only smaller one I have is a round point and gives a mediocre shave, at best, not because of the shape (my other round points are fine) but the blade itself. I think the personality of the individual razor has a lot to do with it.