All ideal for beginners in the world of traditional shave! The quality of the razor alone justifies the price. He holds the blade in place (standard blades). I guess, for a specialist, there would be much to say about the badger or soap. For my part, starting in the field, I discovered the pleasure of this way to shave. Badger fulfilled its function. The soap too (but good shaving cream that I had done as well). The stone alum is handy (it must be recognized that to stop bleeding cuts, is the top ... yes, at first, we cut! But nothing serious).
To summarize: I am very happy with this purchase. All-in-one for a price that allows you to try risk free. Equipment, may not be glamorous, but exercised its functions.
A tip for beginners: take the time to shave early ;-) and rinse your brush at the end of shaving because it will put foam blade before making another pass.