I've used a Trac II original razor most of my life. I bought this in hopes of having a replacement if my Trac II gives out one day. I am totally impressed with the shave. The included blade is compatible to the after-market blades now available for the Trac II. One detail on the Vector is the blade does not pivot as easily to follow contours of the face as the Trac II. I'm not sure why, but that is the only minor drawback compared to the original Trac II. The button on the blade designed to help clear beard stubble in the top blade area is a good idea even though it never seemed to be a problem for me in my shaving history. I would recommend this shaver.