@GordyC thanks for the pointer to the acronym post, it has proved very helpful.
@Olie29 I've tried 2 blades so far in the D2, Feathers and Astra Superior Platinum. I must say I prefer the Astras. I find them more comfortable, get far fewer nicks and I need to do less touching up for just as close a shave, but then we're all built differently I suppose, YMMV as you guys would say (thanks again
@GordyC, I now know what this means!) I'm sure I try your other blade recommendations at some point in the not to distant future.
Thanks to everyone else for the warm welcome!