I know the difference physically, but as far as shaving, what's the main difference between the two? I am a newb as far as Str8's go and have just read another newb asking about what he should get and the majority say start with a 1/2 hollow. What's the biggest difference with a wedge as far as shaving goes. I would think if either is shave ready it shouldn't make much difference as far as the razor goes. It all boils down to technique, right? Are the wedges balanced differently? Is it more difficult to feel the razor against the skin as far as pressure goes? I am only asking out of my ignorance in the Str8 field, not trying to be difficult.