I received these as a gifts from my wife, a new Dovo razor, a leather strop, a badger brush, and some VHD soap for Christmas. I love my wife who listens to what I want. I started to use them just after Christmas and effectively found all the way not to shave. My interest in straight razor shaving was rekindled this past year as I had the opportunity to show my 12 year old son how to shave. while I was researching the best techniques for disposable razors shaving for him, not wanting to pass on my bad shaving habits that were based on speed. So I will devote some to learn a proper shave technique with disposable and in process with the straight. Well, I am glad I found this site and thank its owner and administrators for all the effort in producing such a wonderful resource.