I started using Gillette (like everyone else) when I started shaving. However, I dry shave after a few days growth and Gillette were skin scraping sharp the first shave, then horribly blunt after the second shave. They didn't last. I tried a few options but it's hard to find competitors of decent quality. I gave Oscar a go, without much hope. I am SO glad I did. They last for about 6-8 shaves and they don't scrape of the fine layer of skin Gillette did. They're also softer on the skin and I get a lot less nicks and a smoother finish. I actually messaged a few of my friends (nothing in it for me, I just really support quality products) and they all thought I'd been hacked lol. Genuinely good. Just buy the starter set. You don't have to subscribe. Give it a go. I honestly recommend these razors over any other I've tried