Just wanted to check in with the site as I haven't posted here in a while. I've been shaving now with a DE since last December and it's become second nature to me. I don't even have to think about what I'm doing and I get a close, comfortable shave each and every time. I'm still using my Gillette Speed razor and I almost exclusively use the Personna Red blades. I've tried Feathers a few times, but always go back to the Personnas. I don't know why, I just prefer them. My creams/soaps of chioce are Tabac, Kiss My Face, and Proraso.