I'm not a huge fan of Harts. I've never shaved with one, but I have seen one in person. If I'm going to spend that much on a razor, I want something that looks better. Don't get me wrong, I like a plain, classy razor, but IMO the looks of the Hart are plain but not classy. As for the shave, I dunno, but there is a lot of competition in that price range from others with far more razor making experience.