YES, I RECOMMEND THIIS RAZOR. It's effective, eco friendly (no PLASTIC throw away parts), and nostalgic.TRUE, it won't shave as close as the new tech, 2-3-bladed plastic razors, but it's as good as, or better than, my electric one.The last weekend in June'20, I received my GBS Shaving Gift Set containing my Solingen Germany made Merkur MK 38C Safety Razor and other items. Everything in the kit looks great.Monday, 6/29/20, I used my safety razor for the first time on . The look, feel, and weight of it are manly and suited to good shaving.I haven't used a safety razor for decades. I'm re-learning.The comb of the razor-head helps a person hold the razor at the correct angle to avoid nicks under the nose and chin. No nicks, yet.After some experience over some weeks, I'll provide an updated review..My updated review, after about 2 weeks of almost daily use, is that this double-edge safety razor is great. Still no nicks!If you use canned shaving cream, as I do (Barbasol), then just buy the razor and blades and not the kit.