Hi, I just switched to DE shaving after decades with Gillette cartridges. I have a Muhle R89 Twist razor, and I started with Wilkinson Sword Classic blades and Proraso Red shaving soap. In addition, I'm using a DIY pre-shave oil (with EV olive oil, castor oil, tea tree oil, and vitamin E oil), a Fendrihan synthetic shaving brush, and Face of Danger aftershave balm. I'm on my second shave with that combination and I'm enjoying it so far. No major issues, and the shaves have been closer than I'm used to, with less irritation! Why didn't I do this years ago?