Cigarmanpa - When I used to use a DE, and sometimes still do, I use the Shark blades or the Astras. I tried them all, all the ones you mention and then some, and those are the best of all I used. I liked the stainless versions the best. I found I hardly ever nicked myself or had any 'weepers' with those two. And irritation, nada! Just my 2 cents....