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Yes, this looks like it could be a lot of fun. I have 5 DEs right now and love them all, and I know that once I get into straights that I will acquire a few. It just seems for right now that I need...

Suzuki,

Great advice, thank you. I will take a look around on eBay or the board before making a final decision. To start, do you feel that having 2 razors is a good idea?

Jeff

OK, now more confused than ever... :eek:

Well, my face isn't very big and I've been gravitating towards the 5/8 models as good compromise between size and maneuverability (based on reading many...

Much appreciated. So it does seem that I should find a razor that I am happy with, no matter the grind and go with that. I assume, as my technique gets better then the grind my play more of a role...

Ivo,

So, the razors sold at ClassicShaving.com and VintageBlades will be full hollow no matter the type of steel?

Ivo,

Thanks. I guess I'm just going to have to pick one and go with it.

This may have been discussed elsewhere, but does a 1/2 hollow hold it's edge longer than a full hollow, or does it not...

To continue this thought, I too am looking for a first razor (using DEs now), have a tough beard as well and my question concerns hollow grind. From what I've read a 1/2 hollow seems to be better...