Thread: Wilkinson Pall Mall Full German Hollow

Just had a shave with the Wilkinson Pall Mall, German Full Hollow. It was a 3 razor set case, one razor missing.

So I pulled one of these little things out and had a go:



And for a smaller razor, think they're 3/8th, it was probably one of the better shave's I've had. Lots of feedback, great control, and a BBS shave after two passes. No cuts, no red, just close and enjoyable.

I've not read much about smaller razors like this, so it was a nice surprise.

Anyone else have any experiences with blades this size?

Thanks!

Once you get below 4/8s they can get very difficult to hold on to while shaving and honing and stropping. 3/8s and 2/8s razors are usually thought of as trim razors for doing trim work and getting into difficult places. They have never been very popular.

Originally Posted by thebigspendur

Once you get below 4/8s they can get very difficult to hold on to while shaving and honing and stropping. 3/8s and 2/8s razors are usually thought of as trim razors for doing trim work and getting into difficult places. They have never been very popular.

Thanks - that makes sense.

Shaved for the first time with one of these this morning and it was a great shave. Being that they came in a case I wonder if possibly it's meant as a travel razor? Either way, I was quite pleased and I guess it makes the point YMMV. I have some full hollows and aside from my DD Goldedge (sheesh that blade is thin!), this razor sang loud and clear '-)!

Cheers!

I'm all for the smaller sizes. My preferred is 4/8. I feel I have greater control and maneuverability. Good looking razors there.