Botom Line for me is ...Buy what you like what you think is cool what you are curious about. Then make sure as a nubiee that they are professionally honed and shave with em The cost makes no difference anywhere other than you wallet. Its all about what gives you personally the best shave. And what satisfies your R.A.D. (if thats possible) I have spent from $20 to $450 at this point and I like some of my Restores better than my N.I.B.'s and vice versa. Have Fun!