I started out that way and it is very useful. I did not need to wonder what "sharp" or "shave-ready" was. It still gets used quite a lot. My wife uses it for her legs and I will grab the Shavette from time to time for a quick touch up. On some days when I use a DE, the Shavette is useful for places the DE doesn't fit (under the nose). I will also take it as a travel straight. I do prefer my normal straights.