For the majority in the beginning I use straight razors and then I ventured in using double edge razors for a very short period of time as I was older. Kind of the opposite direction for most people I guess. I stress, a very short time. Oddly enough that’s what got me on the B&B site. I was fascinated with all the new manufacturers that were making double edge razors and I wanted to try something new. I realize I favored straight razors,to me gives more control and you don’t have to continue to buy blades. As long as you have the proper hones and strop to maintenance your razor, you were good to go. I would suggest possibly looking at a Shavette that takes DE blades To see if it’s for you. It can be as much as a five dollar investment plus your blades. Very little risk as far as an investments concerned. It kind of gives you a layout of if you’d like to continue to move upwards to a straight razor invest In the accessories that is needed to maintain your straight razor. I still have three shavettes that I haven’t touched for a very long time. I didn’t have to worry if I got them lost with my luggage or they became misplace while traveling. It gave me the same control as I would with a straight razor but it was little less forgiving but gave very close shaves similar to my straight razors.I used to carry them with me when I traveled across the country for work and seeing family. I predominately I used straight razors all of my life as wet shaver . I started when I was 16 and I’m pushing the big 50 In few months .