The Omegas seem to have pretty stiff backbone compared to some others. As was said, the tips get softer after a while and they are a nice departure from the badgers at times, esp at the price-point.
Heck, since someone said MDC will make a performer out of most any brush, I face-lathered with my big and tall Omega using Argumes the other day. Needed more water than with a badger, but worked nicely for the entire 3-pass shave.
I have 2 of them and yes, they lose a hair on occasion. No big deal for me.