I, like most, am getting fed up paying high monopoly prices for razor refills to the tune of $15 for 5. I want to switch to something else so that I am not contributing to the Gillette monopoly... jeez...

For everyday shaving before going to work, is a straight razor feasible or does straight shaving take too long? If so, should I go with an old fashioned single blade safety razor instead? Single blades are cheap if one can find them anymore.

I would prefer a straight because I won't be contributing to any monopoly and it looks cool. Plus a straight razor is a real weapon... LOL.

For everyday use before going to work in the early morning, which would work best for a newbie? Thanks.