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    I keep two wedge style and two extra hollows as my main rotation. I like the contrast of these razors and find that both grinds do a great job.
    I never really took to the middle grinds, but that may change in the future.
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    Gents, your kindness is SO appreciated. The noob can't see downstream, and hearing from you guys that have been around this block helps so much. At mid 50s, my hands are fine, not as steady - especially on an empty stomach in the morn. The weight & stability - crutch or not, have made the shave a total pleasure, not just a challenge. If my skill develop so that the grind doesn't matter, that many of you have kept, if not preferred the heavier grinds, tell me I wouldn't regret committing to a really nice one - whether that's a Williams or just another Wacker. This whole transition from challenge to pleasure would likely happen w/ experience, but it sure changes the game for me. What used to take 45-60 min, I did this morn in 20. With confidence. Scything strokes, AGT, no prob. Just smoothness.

    I'd say more, but it would only repeat some version I so appreciate your kind help.

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    I like heavier and bigger blades, just got to keep it slow and controlled...pretty unforgiving if you don't....

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    I have a 6/8 Wacker quarter hollow Spanish point. It is closer in grind to some of my full hollows than to any of my quarter hollows or near wedges. At the time I got the Wacker I strongly prefered my 1/4 hollows and near wedges. I was kind of annoyed when I got the Wacker and saw that herr Wackers version of a quarter hollow and mine differed considerably. Having spent the money though I determined to give the Wacker a fair shot in my rotation. It quickly became one of my favorites and helped me get back in touch with some of my full hollows that had been languishing on the sidelines. I have subsequently obtained what Wacker considers a Stosser or wedge. It is closer to what I would call a quarter hollow than a near wedge let alone a wedge. I don't really view the Wacker 1/4 hollow as a "heavy" grind, so I wouldn't draw too many conclusions about your possible preference for heavy grinds based upon your experience with that one razor. If you are as you say experiencing joy with the Wacker keep enjoying it. By all means try other grinds. I shave with everything from singing hollows to true wedges and enjoy them all.

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    I initially started with a couple of full hollows, then discovered wedges. After a while I went back to the full hollows and have spent about 8 months really liking those. Now, I find myself gravitating to a heavy hollow grind. Something that is light an manouverable but without any blade deflection.

    This is one instance where my RAD is treating me well. I already have plenty of razors with different grinds to choose from.

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    I found a rough hewn B.J. Eyres in an antique store - wanted to try a full wedge. 'Took a LONG time to get the edge cleaned up and a decent state of readiness. I liked it. I broke down and ordered the Wacker 'Stosser Wedge'. John also mentioned that the larger hollows were much more stiff than the smaller blades. I thought I'd find out & ordered a 15/16 full hollow. I'd have to say John's right here. The big blade flexes, but not that much. 'Lots of feedback, but sings baritone rather than soprano. It will take some practice to get used to a blade that large, but it does seem to be a hollow that's quite friendly. The Stosser wedge was expected to be wonderful, based on my previous experience w/ Wacker and a sheffield swayback wedge. It does not disappoint at all. I need more time w/ the wedge and big hollow, but at this point, that 6/8 1/4 hollow Wacker is just phenomenal.

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    Started with hollows but the first razor I was game enough to try ATG was a 1/4 grind.
    Went thru a wedge stage & still have a couple but prefer less stiffer grinds unless I'm using my Iwasaki kamisori which is probably my favourite.
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    I'm glad to find this post.I have been using a straight razor for about a month and a half now.I have a 9/16 full hollow and have been getting some really nice shaves with it(although I find myself about ready to just grow a goatee at times).I think the small full hollow has helped me learn good technique especially to use a light hand.I have some pretty coarse whiskers and can get a really smooth shave now with several passes.
    I have been considering getting a wedge or 1/4 hollow just to try out a different grind.Is there a big difference between a 1/4 and a wedge?

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    Quote Originally Posted by aib1015 View Post
    I'm glad to find this post.I have been using a straight razor for about a month and a half now.I have a 9/16 full hollow and have been getting some really nice shaves with it(although I find myself about ready to just grow a goatee at times).I think the small full hollow has helped me learn good technique especially to use a light hand.I have some pretty coarse whiskers and can get a really smooth shave now with several passes.
    I have been considering getting a wedge or 1/4 hollow just to try out a different grind.Is there a big difference between a 1/4 and a wedge?
    A true full wedge is a total PITA to hone, I don't recommend one & will probably never hone another after I got rid of mine. The 1/4 is hone-able and typically more of what you will find. You will not get a lot of feedback, just squeegee the wiskers away without a fuss...
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    Quote Originally Posted by shooter74743 View Post
    A true full wedge is a total PITA to hone, I don't recommend one & will probably never hone another after I got rid of mine. The 1/4 is hone-able and typically more of what you will find. You will not get a lot of feedback, just squeegee the wiskers away without a fuss...
    And I would think for someone learning to shave feedback would be an important thing. Hollows have it. Wedge and near wedges don't.
    Historically once hollows came back wedges all but disappeared and there is a reason for that. I say that in deference to all the heavy grind fans here.
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