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    Default What is a barber's notch for?

    This question lets everyone know how big a newb I am, but I don't know what a barber's notch is designed for.

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    No one actually knows.

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    This is true.I have seen other threads on this subject,and it seems no one really does know ??

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    I thought it was so they could open the razor on their front shirt pocket?
    Made it easier to open the razor one handed.
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    That was one of the speculations,but still not conclusive.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Nightblade View Post
    That was one of the speculations,but still not conclusive.
    isn't that floyd on your avatar? let's ask him..

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    Use of the "notch point" is purely speculation. IIRC "barber notch" is a new name
    What is the use of all the other point types?

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    Quote Originally Posted by holli4pirating View Post
    No one actually knows.
    I do. It is for barbers
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    It's for fun

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