Thread: Are round points safer?

I would like to know experiences with different types of razors. Are round points safer than other points like spike or barber notch. If the point is rounded on these will it be the same?

Thanks

I've managed to cut myself just fine with a round point. I don't see that they're any 'safer', but certainly they are more forgiving of a mistake.


Mick

binder,

I have trimmed my left ear lobe with round points, spikes etc, so I am with MickR

Have fun !

Best regards

Russ

Don't blame the razor if you cut yourself. It's the guy
you see in the mirror who did it.

Having said that, IMHO, you do have to be a bit more
careful with a spike point...they are less forgiving of
mistakes.

Nope, but a lot of guys will blame spike points for their own mistakes.

The man holding the razor is the determining factor. I'd say slightly less forgiving when your mind wanders.

I think there may be an intimidation factor that leads to a nervous hand with a spike point, in turn leading to nicks.

I have cut myself twice, and neither time was with a spike.

if you are new person then will be start with round point. Can someone round the spike point ? of course usually it is called rounding but in fact it is not rounding. you are just changing the angle bu doing so spike point is gone.
After using straight razor a little and get used to it you don't have to be worry about spike point blade. i know a lot people loves the spike point. it helps them cut hairs with perfect line etc.
hope this helps.
gl

I have two round tips, and I've cut myself with both. I don't as much, now that I've been using them for a few years, but you always have to be diligent and attentive when you are shaving, in either case.

The only difference for me is a spike or Spanish point requires a little more attention. With a round point you still need to know where the blade is but with a spike or spanish you need to pay extra attention to where the tip is because like any bladed tool it can hurt you if your not careful. I've cut myself more with my round points probably cause I feel they require less attention but learned on a spike with no added problems.