thanks for the input guys. edhewitt i'll try to take a slice off of my current one, thanks. I don't mind people asking me about the straight razor shaving. In fact, I like spreading the word, although, I know many of them would not try it. YES it is a 'private time' ritual, and I get a better shave and enjoyment at home, but, as I love the process so much that I always want to shave that way. At home, i pretty much don't bleed with the exception of a few razor bumps here and there. Yesterday morning I butchered my face. There were quite a few people around me and a few friends that were chatting me up, blade in hand. I hit a pimple area and the red alert indicator went off. As i waited for the styptic gel to set, I guess rushed the rest and got cuts on my upper lip. At the end of it, I got my shave but spent more time worrying about the wounds. Meh... work in progress (or just masochistic). Happy shaving everyone!