Like many of us on here, I have travelled the roads of DE, SE, and straight shaving. After hesitating for a long while (mostly because of the price), about four months ago I pulled the trigger and ordered the non-folding Feather SS. I picked up a pack of the professional blades, as well as a pack of the pro-guard blades.
The difference in shaves between the Feather and anything else I've used previously was immediately obvious. The sharpness of the blade (even the pro-guard) was incredible. The shave is incredibly smooth and consistent. (one definite advantage of the disposable blades)
While this razor (and the blades) are not the most cost-effective compared to some other options, I find I get a better quality shave with less effort than the (many) other options I currently own. Since purchasing the Feather, I've found myself almost exclusively using it instead of going through a rotation like I usually have in the past.
I will say that the razor definitely demands respect as you would with any other straight (perhaps more). It is extremely sharp, you will nick yourself with it periodically if not diligent. I do honestly find myself nicking myself more often with this than my straights, though I haven't had any serious cuts with the Feather.
I am averaging about 10x 2-pass shaves per blade, so the longevity is pretty good there.
Overall: LOVE IT, though I do wish it came with a travel case like the DX. I've had to improvise a little in that regard.
The difference in shaves between the Feather and anything else I've used previously was immediately obvious. The sharpness of the blade (even the pro-guard) was incredible. The shave is incredibly smooth and consistent. (one definite advantage of the disposable blades)
While this razor (and the blades) are not the most cost-effective compared to some other options, I find I get a better quality shave with less effort than the (many) other options I currently own. Since purchasing the Feather, I've found myself almost exclusively using it instead of going through a rotation like I usually have in the past.
I will say that the razor definitely demands respect as you would with any other straight (perhaps more). It is extremely sharp, you will nick yourself with it periodically if not diligent. I do honestly find myself nicking myself more often with this than my straights, though I haven't had any serious cuts with the Feather.
I am averaging about 10x 2-pass shaves per blade, so the longevity is pretty good there.
Overall: LOVE IT, though I do wish it came with a travel case like the DX. I've had to improvise a little in that regard.