Thread: Wade & Butcher vs Dubl Duck satin, golden, wonder edge

So given a choice of a mint example which would you choose??

I'd take the DD.

I'm a bit biased as I collect DDs. But having both in the rotation I still say DD.

DD Goldedge is #1 on my collectible list.

The only W&B that I know of that is even sorta comparable to the hollow grind DD's is the double hollow *Special*

It is a good shaver but IMHO not quite as good as the DD's

I can't even begin to compare the Heavier W&B grinds to DD's basically apples and oranges

Originally Posted by gssixgun

The only W&B that I know of that is even sorta comparable to the hollow grind DD's is the double hollow *Special*

It is a good shaver but IMHO not quite as good as the DD's

I can't even begin to compare the Heavier W&B grinds to DD's basically apples and oranges

+1 for me too

It depends on which model. If I could get a bigger size inclined nose or square point DD, I might take that, but if we're talking a 9/8 W&B Chopper, then that wins for me.

Depends what you want to do with it. For shaving I'll take the DD.

Originally Posted by pinklather

For Shaving - the Duck, if there were no Engels or very hollow Genco around.

For splitting wood, opening letters, prying lits off paint cans, The heavy sheffields are unparalleled. 'Had one of the specials Glen mentioned. Truthfully it was a good razor, but sheffields are my least fav. (can you tell?)

Heavy Sheffields were invented so magistrates could give them out as sentences for capital crimes. "Set the bevel on this, or its the gallows for you".

Lol !!! Now that's funny! I haver had to set the bevels on mine yet. I judge by your statement they have a notorious reputation?

They aren't difficult in skills required - beyond honing a smiling blade, but take forever.

The entire rest of the world (except Glen) loves Sheffields. I'm an oddball here. Members that send them for honing say they like the edges, but they never feel right on my face. Deaf & Dumb. Most have very little or no audible or tactile feedback.

If you've never tried one, you owe it to yourself. They're unique, and most people love them.