Thread: Dubl Duck Massacre

Hey, Ralph.

I've run across 'trophy' blades I just couldn't get to perform. They're rare, but happen. Chances are probably high that I simply failed to find the proper recipe to unlock the edge's goodness.

I've honed and shaved w/ 4 Satinedges. Like Joed, I have razors that shave better and cost less, but I can't say I've had a bad one from a Satinedge. Being extra hollow (the 4 I tried were .0075" thick above the bevel), you may be responding to the feel of an extra hollow - which demands (and rewards) a very light touch. It may also be the type of edge - rather than its level of keenness. I would agree - if Glen did it, its keen. He would have sent a page with the razor that indicated what stone(s) he used. If you're used to the uber smooth, face-friendly feel of the heavy grind w/ smooth finishes, an extra hollow is a pretty big change. Do you have? Enjoy? any other extra hollows?
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I would tend to agree that your tastes and techniques may evolve to where you tried the Duck 6 mo down the road and suddenly discover its wonderful. It happens. I've migrated to the spastic extremes myself, prefering both the heavy grinds and the extra hollows.

Pls. post more about your perceptions and issues w/ the wayward waterfowl.