Too Many Models! I've used Norelco razors for years ... now that I want/need a new one, I'm faced (pun intended :) with a dozen different models ... from $40 to nearly $200 !.Seemingly the best hair splitting Norleco can do is to confuse the distinctions between the models -- making the process extremely consumer unfriendly..Yeah, yeah, yeah -- marketing consumer products, new models, blah, blah, blah. In my view Norelco has lost it's edge. Why not (simply) make *the best* (electric) razor on the planet -- as they once did. Too Many Models! I've used Norelco razors for years ... now that I want/need a new one, I'm faced (pun intended :) with a dozen different models ... from $40 to nearly $200 !. » Read More Too Many Models! I've used Norelco razors for years ... now that I want/need a new one, I'm faced (pun intended :) with a dozen different models ... from $40 to nearly $200 !.Seemingly the best hair splitting Norleco can do is to confuse the distinctions between the models -- making the process extremely consumer unfriendly..Yeah, yeah, yeah -- marketing consumer products, new models, blah, blah, blah. In my view Norelco has lost it's edge. Why not (simply) make *the best* (electric) razor on the planet -- as they once did. « Show Less
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I agree there are WAY to many models, and it makes it very confusing to make a choice.
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Stay with the XL's you will be happier. I had the Arcitec - it's a gimmick, it doesn't give you anywhere the shave that the old XL's give you and it will give you razor burn like you won't believe. The XL's have floating heads that contour around your face and the Arcitec's blades barely move and won't curve to your face so you have to go over the same spot 4 or 5 times to get a smooth shave. I've had both and if you want to go with an electric shaver go with the XL. I've tried the Norelcos the New Braun and the Panasonic and couldn't get a totally smooth shave with any of them without spending a lot of time shaving so I went back to my old Mach 3. I'm much happier now. Stay with the XL's you will be happier. I had the Arcitec - it's a gimmick, it doesn't give you anywhere the shave that the old XL's give you and it will give you razor burn like you won't believe. The XL's have floating heads that contour around your face and the Arcitec's blades barely move and won't curve to your face so you have to go over the same spot 4 or 5 times to get a smooth shave. I've had both and if you want to go with an electric shaver go with the XL. I've tried the Norelcos the New Braun and the Panasonic and couldn't get a totally smooth shave with any of them... » Read More Stay with the XL's you will be happier. I had the Arcitec - it's a gimmick, it doesn't give you anywhere the shave that the old XL's give you and it will give you razor burn like you won't believe. The XL's have floating heads that contour around your face and the Arcitec's blades barely move and won't curve to your face so you have to go over the same spot 4 or 5 times to get a smooth shave. I've had both and if you want to go with an electric shaver go with the XL. I've tried the Norelcos the New Braun and the Panasonic and couldn't get a totally smooth shave with any of them without spending a lot of time shaving so I went back to my old Mach 3. I'm much happier now. « Show Less
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I have the exact same problem. I was wondering if I should buy a replacement head but seeing as everyone else has this problem, I guess I need a completely different shaver for body grooming. Shame on you Norelco. 1 star.
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I would have to say it would be the convenience of having just one main shaver unit. It works great. It also fits in the travel case with the main razor and head. You should look for a coupon. I found a $10 off coupon from Phillips Norelco and snapped one up. Glad I did.
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Looking around online, it appears there is a foil here (I don't know the retailer...) and I see them on ebay too (again...not sure). The price is only a little cheaper than the entire shaver, so it's wasteful but it seems like the marketplace just wants us to buy new ones. http://www.shavers.com/product-p/bm60foil.htm Also looking around online, it seems like people say that the foil lasts 9 months, a year, or longer. So, not too bad of a deal compared with other razors where even the replacement foil costs more than $15.
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I like the 8250XL. Shaves great, rinses clean easily, and lets you shave with the cord if battery runs down during a shave. I have the newer wet/dry fancy-shmancy razor, but it shaves no better and is a bit awkward to use in my view. The 8250XL is a good buy. I've used Norelco razors for decades!
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This listing is inaccurate as to actual model number and the heads (blades). It clearly says it has lift and cut. I just received my order and the box says the model is 6955XL/41. It doe not have lift and cut heads. According to Norelco site, that specific model has the CloseCut Heads. I am returning the shaver under "different from ordered." Since it was fulfilled by a Marketplace Seller (Amazon does not sell them direct), some may be selling 6955 models that have the lift and cut heads, but there is no way to know unless you query each seller to check the box. I'd like to know what 6955 model has them (6955XL/??).
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Doris,I am 77 and have used safety razors, and electric shavers over the years. This Norelco does an adequate job, and does not bother my skin. However, it seems underpowered in comparison to my previous one, and I'm not sure it does as good a job.N. W. Courtney
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Each of the 5 shaving hrad surfaces easily pop out for cleaning using the very smalll brush that comes with the shaver.Also simply use your breath to blow out the rest of the accumulated hair product.The individual heads pop right back in with a click.I also recommend purchasing a spare 5 headed shaving assehmbly for $13.00.When the original 5 headef shaving assembly becomrs dull you ate ahead of the game with the spare that you purchasef. I usr the shsver for dhsving mu facr about 3 times per week. After 3 months the shaver heads are still shsrp.Go to the Skull Shaver web site for an actual demonstrstion of clraning the individusl heads, as I ecplsined. Each of the 5 shaving hrad surfaces easily pop out for cleaning using the very smalll brush that comes with the shaver.Also simply use your breath to blow out the rest of the accumulated hair product.The individual heads pop right back in with a click.I also recommend purchasing a spare 5 headed shaving assehmbly for $13.00.When the original 5 headef shaving assembly becomrs dull you ate ahead of the game with the spare that you purchasef. I usr the shsver for dhsving mu facr about 3 times per week. After 3 months the shaver heads are still shsrp.Go to... » Read More Each of the 5 shaving hrad surfaces easily pop out for cleaning using the very smalll brush that comes with the shaver.Also simply use your breath to blow out the rest of the accumulated hair product.The individual heads pop right back in with a click.I also recommend purchasing a spare 5 headed shaving assehmbly for $13.00.When the original 5 headef shaving assembly becomrs dull you ate ahead of the game with the spare that you purchasef. I usr the shsver for dhsving mu facr about 3 times per week. After 3 months the shaver heads are still shsrp.Go to the Skull Shaver web site for an actual demonstrstion of clraning the individusl heads, as I ecplsined. « Show Less
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It seems many like Shark, but at least for my DE razor they are my least favorite. Lord is a brand I like a lot better and it comes in half blades also. I normally shave with Feather, but my other favorites, not sure if they com in halves, are Gillette Goal. My point is just that if you haven't tried Lord, I think you should, then come tell me what you think. :) Maybe this is different for a single edge razor though.
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maybe. the shave, though, is much better than my 6-year old norelco. hair chambers are small and have to be emptied every day or two, but that's all right. cap is flimsy and wings break easily. you have to learn how to in sert the shaver into its cap.
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Because it is new, trendy and funky looking and people will pay this much for all of these qualities. I've had both the old XL and the new Arcitec and the XL is a way better shaver hands down. If I wanted to have something to look good in my bathroom I would buy this. Another thing the older Norelco XL Models are outselling these models hands down.
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Crazy! I bought the whole razor with the head new on here in 2014 for $117.00!!!!!! Who in their right mind would spend this much for the head if you could get a brand new razor for less???
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Yes, this Norelco has that attribute. I, too, was concerned. Slowing down my own motions when using it, I found that in spite of what it sounded like, I got the shave I was looking for. Even though it sounded slow I still got a good shave by adjusting my motions to it; and the shave did Not take any longer.
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According to my husband (who the shaver was for), you will have to buy the whole head. He said that it is cheaper to buy the whole head blade combination that to try to buy just the blades. He also said that some people have bought a sharpener for the blades and sharpen them themselves. Hope this helps Muriel.
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Like the others said. And I even spoil myself a bit: I replace them every 2-3 shaves. I buy the persona blades (made in the US). 100 blades for $12. This style of shaving is sooo cheap you don't need to worry about "making the most of your blades."
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Just saw this post - and I was wondering the same thing! My SO uses Gillette Fusion/ProGlide and they are $30 for pkg of 8. Ugh! They shave very well, but *really* do they have to cost that much? Plus, he's a twice-a-day shaver, so he goes through a lot of blades.
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I can't tell you which is the best as I haven't tried them all. I'm on my second NORELCO Speed razor in 20 years. I do know that it shaves great, you can go about a month without recharging, and it lasts damn near forever. Can't go wrong buying this razor.