View Poll Results: Desired distance between spacer and blade

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    6 24.00%
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    Default Desired distance between spacer and blade?

    Hi folks!
    Whats the desired distance between the spacer and the blade on a closed razor?
    I personally find the shorter the better.
    Could there be reasons why there is often more than a 12 millimeters or more?

    *sorry, this poll and the discussion being in metric (millimeter) increments, since the space is really small.
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    I like them as close as possible. The tolerances are smaller but it looks better.
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    The only reason I see for a big space is that someone is using a "standard" length scales for a shorter blade.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Seraphim View Post
    The only reason I see for a big space is that someone is using a "standard" length scales for a shorter blade.
    I tend to agree.
    Personally I aim for for the <3mm range, others like a little more. Whatever the distance may be, it should be intentional.
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    Yeppers I agree with Dan d Man the 3mm mark is about what I go after too, or for us metrically challenged Yanks about 1/8 inch

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    Some depend on the width of the blade. If too close, the point of the razor would hit the wedge. I like um as close as possible.

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    I like them as close as possible, though I've seen plenty of vintage, as well as new Dovo, which had a big space.

    On a different note, I think its worth mentioning two terms and the differences. A spacer is flat and isn't in line with best practices for quality scales. A wedge is somewhat triangular shaped and splays the scales so that when pinned there is pressure that helps the scales last for the long haul.
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    As close as possible. And i will go as Mike dix on that one and make the wedge a custom shape to fill the area. Trim the top back and make the bottom longer. It just makes for a nicer look. Wedge that is!
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    Using a drafting compass, will put you where you want it, when making scales and wedges.

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    I agree with the idea that a bigger space occurs when standard scales are used on different sized razors. I think it looks ridiculous even when they are original. It makes sense for mass production but not for custom.
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