I am enjoying omega at the moment, its not over expensive but gives a nice shave, as does MDC, but i don't believe that MDC is good value for money (much like bob). i havent used it in a while but palmolive shaving stick was my staple for about 17 years, and if i hadnt got into straights would most likely still happily be using it, and once the supplies are run down i may well invest the $1.59 for another one.