Had it been my first shave with a safety razor, it would at the same time have been my last. The blades pluck more than the cut, with a 1-day-old beard that is still to cope but everything is prolonged more than uncomfortable and painful. I had previously had a trial pack with various manufacturers of razor blades bought new manufacturers try, although the Derby were not sound the best but ok. Due to the low price, I then ordered my 100 Pack, compared with which these are from the sample pack but more than bad. Maybe I got a blunt batch? Razor blades are now times a matter of taste, it all depends on the growth of facial hair and skin type. I can recommend this blade, at least I have not.