Thread: Different Technique with Different Razors

I have a pretty big rotation so each time I shave I always notice some differences between them but not requiring changes in technique. The only time I have that issue is for instance if I go from a 4/8s to a 7/8s I have to watch the scales position so they don't get in the way as I shave.

Thanks for all the input. Sounds like it's probably just a difference in honing. I think I'll try to touch up my new razors similar to my old ones and see if that solves my confusion. I did notice the new razor pulling some but I thought maybe my technique needed to be changed. Maybe the razor just need to be sharper.

Cheers,
Dan

Hello, everyone:

I rotate my razors, too, and have discovered that each razor has its own personality and characteristic. My razors are 4/8", 5/8" and 6/8" in size, with round point, Spanish point, square point and dreadnought. Although my overall razor technique remains the same with all the razors, I find myself making subtle changes in the way each individual razor is used.

Regards,

Obie

I also seldom use the same razor twice in a week, and have found the most important difference among razors that I need to pay attention to is the point. If I go from round points to spike or French, and am not very careful around the ears, I nick myself.

I, on the other hand, notice no difference at all when I rotate my razors. Turn 'em over, turn 'em end for end, spin 'em around a bit, nothing, they still shave the same.

Seriously tho', other than the obvious differences due to relative sharpness the biggest variable I need to pay attention to is the difference in length of the blade - and the tip shape if different than the last razor used. Couple a change to a longer blade with a change from a round tip to a square tip and there have been times when I'm lucky to still have ears. Not that they work that well, but one gets used to cosmetic appearances and functionality: they are somewhere to hang the hearing aids.

Originally Posted by Bruce

Seriously tho', other than the obvious differences due to relative sharpness the biggest variable I need to pay attention to is the difference in length of the blade - and the tip shape if different than the last razor used.

Me too. I have a custom by Josh Earl that is about a quarter inch longer than average and I have to be aware of that . Also maneuvering an 8/8 blade when I've been shaving with 5/8 for awhile. Not a big thing but subtle differences in the feel.

I find I notice a difference in the width of the blade. I have to watch my angles when I got from 5/8" up to a wider 7/8" or 15/16".

And I totally have to rethink things when I use my Kamisori..! I've only used that twice so far, and it gives wonderful shaves, but its totally different to use than a Western razor. For me at least anyway...!