The five blades make a marked difference in the closeness with which this shaves. The "moisture ribbons" keep me from tiny cuts and nicks (after all of these years, I still am not great with a razor). I wish the silky-smooth results lasted longer, but I shave daily in the spring and summer, so...
This was actually the first razor that I used and it does provide good results. I love how it comes with a shower holder so that you can attach to the walls. The five blades definitely provide a nice close shave. Unfortunately results don't last long and you'd have to shave again every few days....