All,

I have been toying with the idea of picking up a DE razor and blades just to give it a try. While there are lots of options it doesn't seem to approach the lunacy I have enjoyed with the world of straights!

For the actual questions... I have really been looking at these since it seems easier to travel with them. Unless the TSA has really lost it's mind, there is no need to check your shave kit, unlike traveling with a few straights- correct? I have never had issue with actually using a straight when traveling (the set-up and such) but having to check my razors has always been a source of contention for me. It is a good excuse to ride my bike or drive to wherever, but sometimes flying is unavoidable.

I am just curious what other motivations folks have to use a DE vice a straight. I really can't see much time savings since I can shave quite quickly if need be with a straight, but time-savings is not a real motivator.

The other questions revolve around the actual shave, but I would guess a search here would reveal plenty of opinions.