Can you please tell me what the difference is between a 6/8 & a A 13/16” Straight Razor please is the 13/16 is it bigger than a 6/8 or smaller. thanks
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Can you please tell me what the difference is between a 6/8 & a A 13/16” Straight Razor please is the 13/16 is it bigger than a 6/8 or smaller. thanks
6/8 = 12/16...so 1/16 bigger
So would a 13/16 be OK to use for a beginner I am already using a 6/8 with no trouble
It depends.... It sounds likei it is a 7/8 or 8/8 that had a chip in it that was honed out? 13/16 is not a usual size. Got a picture?
any size you are comfortable with is a good size to use there really is not that much difference between the 6/8 and 13/16.... so you should be fine.Quote:
Originally Posted by ECD
jim
I certianly don't see any problem why you couldn't use the 13/16. As long as you feel you have control of the blade. Just a matter of personal preference.:DQuote:
Originally Posted by ECD
Here is a picture Attachment 95956
Also saw this on e bay any good ? looks nice eBay - The UK's Online Marketplace or this one http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1708246423...m1423.l2649#ht
Both of those appear to be the same razor. Neither of them are "vintage". Both are made in China.
Without trying to start a storm, I will say that most of the stuff I've seen from China has been less than satisfactory for its designed use.
That being said, there are literally TONS of old razors out there with a lot of life left in them that can be had for the same money.
My suggestion is to see if you can find some locally, get pictures if you can, post them here and see what the members think.
There are several knowledgeable gents in the UK that may be able to assist you in your search as well.
Willie
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Originally Posted by ECD
If you can shave with one of those you will be one of the first! :) I don 't thonk thoses have good enough steel to qualify as razors.
They work OK for cutting tape when you hone. Very Best, John
My advince in two words is:Quote:
Originally Posted by ECD
Run Away!
Please listen to the other members. I bought one when I first started getting the bug for straight razors, thinking I was getting a fairly nice looking blade for a good price. I now use it as a knife to open boxes and that's about it. It won't take an edge and I wouldn't try shaving with it even if I was paid.Quote:
Originally Posted by ECD
I think the steel was quoted as 80-13 or something like that, can't remember exactly.
Listen to the advice given above. Read before you buy. See what people on the site are shaving with. It may not be the razor you're looking at. At that price there may be other alternatives that you may want to look at. Study first then buy!
Phew That was a close shave:tu (sorry about that but to put it in) thanks guys for the warning. this collecting razors is catching ant it
