When you're trying to get smooth results, you'll need a sharp blade. We crafted our Fusion5 razor to be the blade for the job, so we're sorry to hear that your blades weren't as sharp as you were expecting. We use top-grade steel and a special coating to make the blades cut better and last longer especially when used in conjunction with warm water and a shave prep. We'd love to hear from you about this, so please give us a call at 800-445-5388.