I just recently purchased this razor and had my first shave with it tonight. What a difference in smoothness it was from my last razor! I had purchased the site unseen deal from Larry and ended up with a larkin blade. I finally decided I was going to stick with straight razor shaving and bought the one previously mentioned. It was so smooth and cut like the Larkin blade never did. I even switched to my old blade halfway through to make sure I wasn't crazy =). I know my technique has improved and the new razor was shave ready, but what a difference.

Anyway just wanted to share my joy! All my friends and family think its stupid I'm now shaving with a straight razor.