Have a look at the vid below....................... this guy has a great series of vids

I use a DE razor (the one he uses in the vid Merkur Progress most days) also have a Merkur progress but they are quite agressive and takes a while to master.

I use Israeli made blades which I find suit me and get them from the shaving shack.co.uk for about £2.50 for 30.....................

Give one a go and save yourself a fortune

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4F5u28JfnCM