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So i wanted some opinions about this matter. I just got my first 4/8 razor.. I was just wondering if any of yall find it more or less desirable to shave with a particularly small razor.. she's small but she's a beauty! If yall were curious its a Boker Red Injun No. 100 i just need to get it honed up and shave with her! attached are some (bad) pics i took of her and one of her compared to my Bismarck (6/8 i believe) sheesh.. i really wish my iphone camera had a focus setting...
It does. Just touch the screen where you want it to focus and a white focus box will appear.Quote:
Originally Posted by vvti713
I never understood the aversion to 4/8 razors. They shave nicely, and for under the nose and chin and in nooks and cracks, they are unexcelled.
I like a 4/8 for a change also, really nice razors
Sam
I've had a couple 4/8's, and got some very nice shaves of them, but they tend to be to light IMO, I like razor with a little more weight, but as always YMMV.
I have some 4/8s and to tell you the truth I love em. I actually prefer them to a big 8/8s which to me seems clumsy and harder to maneuver around your face. The fact it's light is a plus for me.
I like the feel of larger razors, but to be honest my 4/8 Henckels probably outperforms all of them in the long run. Maybe that's got a bit to do with the idea that it's easier to handle, but the take-away point is that while (some may feel) 4/8s aren't the most visually appealing, they definitely have the ability to get the job done.
I'm torn on my 4/8 razors. My best shaver is an extremely hollow 4/8, but I prefer the weight of slightly heavier razors. I found a 4/8 wedge, while I like the combination of weight and size I still prefer the hollows.
I have a couple 4/8s that I love. A W&B and a Wostie.
Other than that, I like the big boys....
I'm also a fan of them as a change of pace; I love how easy they are to maneuver but I normally prefer just a bit more weight.
Yea she's very light.. but she's still very pretty! The scales have the tree stamp from the arbolito of the south american market.. are they of any relation?
The tree is Böker's logo:Quote:
Originally Posted by vvti713
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I like to use a wide variety of widths. I have four 4/8 razors, all of which can easily compete with my larger widths in terms of shave. In fact, the Le Grelot P-Hospital is one of my smoothest shavers.
4/8 Razors:
Union Cutlery Spike
Strega 852 (Sweden)
Filarmonica Inox
Le Grelot P-Hospital
Happy Shaving
;)
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Originally Posted by thebigspendur
I do have some bigger blades that I like, but in general I prefer 4/8.
My OTTO BUSCH Weltmeister 4/8 ~ FRENCH point shaves like a dream.
I too was surprised that a 4/8 would shave with such ease but I really think it has to do with, tecnique of course, but being sharp.
Love the 6/8 a lot and love the heavy feel but honestly I got as good a shave as ever with the little OTTO ;)
I own and love my little 4/8th, Newark Cutlery I BELIEVE is the name[correct me if I am mistaken] and it is very nimble and to use an over/used term, razor sharp! I also love and use a couple of 6/8th's but for a change up, 4/8th is great!
And that's the truth, ...................me.
I have some awesome 4/8 swedes - they're more than a match for any inch blade shave wise!
Gentlemen, forgive me for slowing down this train, but the 4/8" blade has never felt comfortable for me. I have three 4/8" to 9/16" razors left, all superb shavers, but I find them light even in my small hands. For the most part I use them when traveling. The two times that I have nicked myself have been with the 4/8" razor. This is an omen.
I thought I had maybe a couple of 4/8ths, but on actually measuring them they're closer to 5/8, though one is 4/8 at the heel and the other 4/8 at the toe :-) I do prefer the smaller razors though, in my limited experience...
I believe that it may be easier to nick oneself with a 4/8 due to the light weight and ease of movement around the face. I use larger razors, but I truly like the shave I get from my 4/8 Henkels when it comes around in the rotation. Personal preference is a large factor.
I picked up a Puma 3/8 some time back in a box at auction. Now that is a small razor, but you can shave with it. Talk about light.
What do yall think about my Boker? (ill trade someone if they like it ;D) lol
Boker makes an exellent razor. I can't tell much from your pics, but it looks to be in good shape. You should shave with it and see how YOU like it before you offer to trade it. :D
yea i was planning to lol.. =]Quote:
Originally Posted by WJF
I have two 4/8 razors, a Grah's Magnetic and a Mandarin (full hollow) and I find that they are 'more relaxing' to shave with FWIW.
The Mandarin is very fussy about my technique, being full hollow, and it gives me an opportunity to 'fine tune' my angles, pressure etc.
I'd agree with WJF as well. Shave with it and see how you like it 'cause, after all, shaving is such a personal thing.
Geoff