Review (5/5): 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.
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.
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.