Excellent Kit!
I'm just getting back into using a safety razor after decades of using a multiblade cartridge razor and/or really high end electric shavers, and I'm very happy with this kit.  Functionality wise, is just excellent. It's easy to switch out blades, nice weight to it, nice grip.  I also really like the brush and stand and the look of the whole set displayed in my bathroom. It's great when a razor works well, but it's even better when it looks great for the 23.5 hours per day that you're not using it.<br /><br />The blades that come with the set seem decent, but I also ordered a 15 brand 2-blade variety pack, and will be going through each of these brands to find the one(s) I like the most.<br /><br />If you're just getting back into safety razor shaving like me or if you're doing this for the first time, hang in there. Watching a few YouTube videos will help you. Most importantly, do not treat this like a multi-blade, lubricated cartridge razor. Safety razors are one-pass razors, do not apply pressure, and don't shy away from pre/after shaving skin/beard conditioners, lotions, etc.  When you do everything right, this single blade will give you the best, closest shave you've ever had.
Rating: 5 stars