Have finally everything at home to taste it. Absolutely no comparison to like new razor with two, three, four and even more nonsense blades. The first time was flowing a little blood, but no more than usual. Only the result .... not compare. I think with a little practice it is even better. Definitely not the last razor and never anything else. Pure Wellness. Shaving with the grain is perfectly adequate and hence less skin irritation. And just enjoy the shave. Clean skin, place a hot towel, relax, foaming shaving cream with a brush and, leave on, shave, use the alum stone, clean everything with cold water, pat dry and apply a balm or aftershave. Take the time. I think I'm going to the set of seven razors set (for each day a new razor) sometime. Sorry if I adore so, I am overwhelmed by the result. And do not forget, the knife should be properly maintained. And finally, a quote that I found: Man (n) shaved with a knife, I drink no milk from the whiskey glass. Dare easy.