I was wondering which type of point (tip shape) do you prefer on your straight razor and why?
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I was wondering which type of point (tip shape) do you prefer on your straight razor and why?
My earlobes vote for round points, although they will abide a square or spike if it is slightly muted.
French or spainish, handy for getting into tight spaces around ears and nose.
Anything other than a round point, I don't care for the look. Otherwise they all really work...
I really like razors with a barbers notch, just for the look.
Spike with very little mute. However, that is what I started with over 40 years ago. All of the different points work well, so it comes down to personal choice. Good Luck, wildhog
+1. All points shave the same for me, but preferance would be barber's notch because I like the way they look. Especially the old Sheffield choppers.Quote:
Originally Posted by easyace
I definitely prefer Oblique or Spanish points.
That said, they all work:)
I have no preference as long as the razor has a good edge and is not too small for my hands.
I have them all and I like my Spanish point on the Wacker the best...It has the best of all worlds. Flexibility to get in tight corners without knicking a major artery...When I use my spikes I have to make sure my "I've fallen and can't get up" button is nearby.....I almost flat lined last time I shaved with my Red Imp...
I'm really liking the inclined nose these days. A bit less curved than a French nose but a similar look. Then again, I'm trying to collect them all :)
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Originally Posted by easyace
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Originally Posted by Theseus
I like them all but I have to agree with the above posts. I'm becoming more and more a fan of BIG blades!Quote:
Originally Posted by Birnando
There is a reason they are called "RED" Imps and come with bright red scales. I have two of them ( 132 & 133) and they are both vampires.:)Quote:
Originally Posted by Wintchase
And they shave wonderfully don't they!Quote:
Originally Posted by DLB
Love that blade Johnny, where (country) is it made?
Thanks shooter, its a French Thiers-Issard 7/8ths thick grind from rasurpur.
she IS a BEAUTY!! Love that thumb-notchQuote:
Originally Posted by JohnnyNorth
Absolutely. They can hold their own against the big ticket razors. I slightly muted the point on both my Imps. The worse cuts I have gotten were from my Red Imp 132 during my very first straight razor shave. A two inch vertical slash just in front of each ear. LOTS OF BLOOD!Quote:
Originally Posted by shooter74743
But I did learn to always know where the spike is from that point on. It is a lesson you don't want to repeat.
What?????:dropjaw: You mean the two inch manly vertical scar on my left cheek will fade????Quote:
Originally Posted by DLB
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Yeah some scars are kind of cool looking and in the right spot,you dont want those to fadeQuote:
Originally Posted by Str8Shooter
Str8Shooter and Grizzley1:Quote:
Originally Posted by Grizzley1
If you want your scars to be permanent, quit using a sharp Red Imp and use a dirty, dull, rusty eBay or yard sale razor instead.
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Maybe if I soak a dull(see military intelligence) Kreigar in alcohol first!!!!!Quote:
Originally Posted by DLB
Thats only if your going for the Col. Klink lookQuote:
Originally Posted by Str8Shooter
I apologize for hi-jacking this thread. It really was unintentional.Quote:
Originally Posted by Grizzley1
:HJ. :gth