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  • djundjilaMA
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    1 month ago

    Fri Oct 18 2024

    • Brush: Dogwood Handcrafts – Papa Eld with Declaration Grooming B3 knot
    • Razor: C. V. Heljestrand MK Nº 31 (square point, full hollow, 5/8", carbon steel)
    • Lather: Mäurer & Wirtz – Tabac Original
    • Post Shave: Mäurer & Wirtz – Tabac Original
    • Fragrance: Mäurer & Wirtz – Tabac Original

    Eh, this one wasn’t it. I just refreshed that edge, but it pulled ATG. Back on the to-hone pile it goes.

    I remember I’ve had trouble this razor before. Something about it makes it difficult for me to get a smooth sharp edge.

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      1 month ago

      Swedish steel tends to be harder. I’d be interested to know what the sharpening/bevel angle is on that razor :)

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        1 month ago

        I’ll get the calipers.

        Given our recent discussions and the agreed-upon approximation we could get away from the angle discussion and use to the thickness/width ratio going forward. No irrational numbers involved here, just a caliper and rule

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          1 month ago

          Exactly! I’m going to try to explain this in an upcoming video, but, so far, my explanations using simple geometry and trig, haven’t been well received.

          • waldenMA
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            1 month ago

            It made sense to me when you explained it, and I have a public school education!

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              Thank you! When it comes to learning, it is all about the individual. There are morons who graduate from private schools.