These used to be excellent blades. I buy them in 100-packs. I am mid way through my current 100 and have noticed a real drop in quality with this batch. The material is thinner, so they deform and get out of alignment with my razor easily. This results in less closeness and a rougher shave. I'd rather pay more money and have the manufacturer maintain the quality. I'll likely buy only ten blades next time. If those ten aren't back to the higher quality level, I'll find another brand.