i too started out with a shavette and have a 3/8 Eskilstuna. both will give you a great shave. honeing is just one ( although a big one) step . its your strop that will make or break your shave. i would if in your shoes send it to get honed and then read and watch everything i could find on stropping.you dont need a better razor, Eskilstuna made great razors.are my razors as sharp a say feather blade? no but they are smoother and more comfortable to shave with. hope this helps