Thread: Wedge Razor

Probably been asked a million times but will a wedge razor be of more use (cut the hair easier) on gray hairs than hollows Full or extra hollow? thanks Vern777

Ummmmmm.......

When it comes to whisker thickness and toughness..... A lot variables come into play.
I suppose a near wedge would have more heft to it...... And the thinner the blade, the lighter it is.
I think it all really boils down to technique and edge sharpness IMO.

If the edges are equally sharp it should not make a difference, at least it does not for me.

Bob

Thanks for your reply, the reason for a wedge to me is the lower elasticity you would find in the thinner hollow blades. The more stiffer wedge blade kind of makes sense as you say more heft as well. Sharpness is certainly an issue but the last razor I bought was from Lynn Abrams a Dovo 5/8 Prima silver steel (a new purchase) with a very nice edge on it. I also have an older Boker Edelweiss 5/8 with a good edge on it. Thanks again for your reply, I may try a wedge if only for my own clarity and if I do I will report my findings the this board and again thanks I value the information you gave me.

I find a wedge 'more forgiving' to poorer technique than a hollow.
I am on a full or extra hollow 7/8 + kick ATM - and loving it

Thanks for your reply, at my age forgiveness may be a blessing.

It is a different shave from full hollow to a wedge. The wedge is certainly the quietest of the blades. As has been said if the edges are the same it is all about the hand.