The problem is that it still uses the $3.50+/ea cartridges
Gillette sells the Guard in India (blades for that cost about 9 cents there, but you can't find them over here for less than 50 cents). I actually find that those last a long time, and are durn near idiot proof (when I shave before my morning cup of joe):
I've found most of the Gillette blades are pretty good. Also like the Astras, Sharks and the Lords. The Feathers are the sharpest, but I tend to cut the heck out of myself with them.