I don't have much experience with other razors with which to base a comment. I can tell you that I bought my first straight razor about 32 year ago. It was a DD Goldedge. Though I got out of straight shaving for several years, I started again several months ago with the DD and it has been my daily shaver ever since. It takes a beautiful edge, feels good in the hand, and is pleasing to the eye. What more can anyone ask for?
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