Finally got around to shaving with my new Friodur 7/8 from ShavingShop.com. I gotta tell ya...that is an outstanding razor. Maybe the closest, smoothest shave yet. Wasn't too impressed with the CS lavender soap I used (thin lather that didn't last too long), but the razor was great. Nice balance, lots of heft, and a smooth, effortless shave. Almost too sharp. I'll definitely be adding another to my collection as soon as I can.