Hi there,
One thing that makes this shaving 'hobby' so interesting is the many varied members views on the same things. Readers should always take any reviews or suggestions with a grain of salt, since that YMMV thingy is sure as hell true.
Hehe, I don't have the same slant on things as you do, and I already have a good reference point for what I like. Normally I wouldn't comment on your post, but there's something I'd have to strongly disagree with. From personal experience, and also from many many posts I've read, those blades aren't a good one to recommend. This isn't a slam on you by any means, since they work well for you. I'm just mentioning this for readers who aren't familiar with certain DE blades. There's plenty of reviews on Merkur blades, such as the ones I'll include.
Some people like those blades a lot, but most don't. For me, they were a poor blade, and also probably the most expensive one out there. Those will be sometimes be included with a new Merkur razor, and it's kinda like a practical joke because it's such a rough blade. Using those blades, even with my (now) well honed technique and choice of perfect razor, I would still be unable to achieve the comfortable shave I've come to expect.
Anyway, just wanted to mention this, since a choice of blades should be considered important, and made using acquired knowledge.
Just my take on things,
Martin
Merkur Platinum Double Edge Blades - Page 2 - Badger & Blade