So I was selected as a winner (because every one knows it's super bad luck not to select a Canadian). Anyways, the blades arrived here in the North, thank you Space_Cadet for your generosity it is much appreciated. I would have likely never been able to shave with either the Gillette Plat or the Viking Sword. I finally got a chance to use the Viking in a SS Rocket.
The first shave was not as sharp as I normally like, but it tugged less than some of the carbon blades I've come to appreciate. I was left with almost a BBS after three passes with mild irritation. I used a soap I am familiar with and a razor I consider pretty mild. It was one days growth so I attribute it to the blade. Obviously I need to use it a few more times. I'll try and hop back on here as the shaves continue.
Once again thank you to Space_Cadet.
Edit: the "irritation" I had was easily handled with a cold water splash and La Toja aftershave splash, nothing else was necessary for me to go on about my day