since writing this post, I think I've used the Rockwell only a few times. It was a real eye opener to get another razor -- my second being a PIFed Flare Tip. Since then RAD has taken over. I have acquire the following:
- Schick Krona (I think it was around $10). It is mild, but effective and very well weighted for me. Ideally, the handle would be a tad shorter
- Gillette Pre War Fat Handle Tech (I've read about how smooth and effective this razor was, so I acquired this very, very good specimen for $10)
- Gem Micromatic Open Comb (when I acquired the Tech, I didn't realize it was the tech and the Gem MMOC in a package with some blades and samples). I was scared to try it, but this gives an incredibly smooth and close shave it you get the angle. Perhaps the closest shave I've ever gotten.
- Schick Injector (I believe a J). The Gem got me interested in single edge razors, and just yesterday I acquired this along with the a Gillette Slim Adjustable and another Gillette Flare tip for $13 off eBay
- Gillette Slim Adjustable I've always wanted an adjustable gillette and this was too good of an offer to pass up. I had my first shave with this razor this morning with a new Astra SP on setting 5. it was smooth and cut through three days growth easily. Lives up to the hype.
I also have more razors coming soon and have PIFed my second flare tip to my friend who is currently using my Rockwell.
If you got the first generation with the chrome metal tip, you got a good one.
Can do better than the GEM MMOC as long as you have the GEM PTFE blades.
The Schick injector razors are so good regardless of the generation.