Thread: Really Big Razors - What's the Appeal?

So far my collection spans the 4/8" - 8/8" range, though I haven't shaved with the big guy, yet. 6/8" seems to be the most natural fit for me...for some reason, I tend to apply too much pressure with smaller blades. And as a newb, I think that bigger blades are easier to "see"; I find that it's easier to keep the angle of attack nice and low...now that I think of it, maybe that's my real problem with the smaller blades. And though it's kind of trivial, I like not having to wipe the blade so often.

That's my take on the practical side of the issue, but there's aesthetics to be considered. Frankly, I think that blades in the 6-9/8" range simply look the best; I like their proportions, and I appreciate how their weight feels in my hand.

I don't think that machismo is a factor at all...I've never even owned a truck, though my Infiniti does have AWD.

Originally Posted by Dzanda

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I don't think that machismo is a factor at all...I've never even owned a truck, though my Infiniti does have AWD.

yep, I'm on my second Toyota Prius
Still, I prefer bigger blades.
They seem to fit my hands and face best.
Granted, being six feet five inches might have a little something to do with my preferences.

Originally Posted by Birnando

yep, I'm on my second Toyota Prius
Still, I prefer bigger blades.
They seem to fit my hands and face best.
Granted, being six feet five inches might have a little something to do with my preferences.

I'm also 6'5"...am I detecting a trend?

5'9" ......... how's the weather up there guys ?

I just like the way they shave...the weight, the balance, pretty much everything about them. Of course...I have a goatee so the lip and chin are not an issue for me!

I love 'em!

With all apologies to Phrank, my friend and Deacon, every time I try to buy anything 7/8 or larger so I can find out what all the tsimmes is about big blades they are quickly snapped up by the flock of Phranks with snipping programs. Have pity on us lesser human beings.

I can see the appeal of a larger blade with the weight adding a factor of ease - the weight controlling the stroke. I shave with everything from a 3/8 (for precise goatee trimming for special occasions) to 6/8 and whatever grind it happens to be. What I am getting to like more and more is the length of the blade. Shaved with my Shumate safety straight this morning, blade length under 3 inches. Was able to get around my face like a speedster. Would love to try a short length 8/8, any grind to see if I can quit wanting or have to redouble my efforts to acquire a big boy.

Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

5'9" ......... how's the weather up there guys ?

I'm 5'7". You're a giant in my eyes.

I prefer big blades and have blades from 6//8 13/16 15/16 and 8/8 and find my two 14s to be the most comfortable shavers and they feel so right and perfectly balanced.

Originally Posted by JimmyHAD

5'9" ......... how's the weather up there guys ?

It's always sunny above the clouds, Jimmy

Originally Posted by Dzanda

I'm also 6'5"...am I detecting a trend?

6'4" pour moi....as I've said before, I'm a poet, trapped in the body of a wrestler!

And WolfPack34 - PM me immediately to arrange shipping that Iron Cross to me, wow that's a beauty!