Why are the RQ12 blades more expensive than a new 12000 series sensotouch 3D shaver?
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It is truly ridiculous so I got rid of my SensoTouch. It is truly a racket. It is also a sign that the CPI is manipulated by the government to hide the true rate of inflation in the same way they underreport unemployment and underemployment.
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I'm thinking they're Phillips Norelco HQ55...which seems to have disappeared entirely from retailer's shelves in my area! You can order them, but as much as they're going to cost you, it'll probably be cheaper to buy a new shaver.
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Hello, Two of these I bought from Amazon.com were made in Netherlands. After having heaps of different shavers in last 54 years ... (sounds ugly) this is not a tick short of being a sensational shaver. I am not paid to say that, I believe 3 weeks + of battery life and very efficient shaving system is great. I was a bit on mean side and did not pay for 3D model ... as I find 2D to be great. Strongly suggest it. Cheers,Srecko
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A lot has to do with how heavy of a beard and stash you grow, that being said everything wears over time but Braun is not made nearly as cheap as remington and the foil will last much longer then theres, Panasonic also make quality shavers, I do like Brauns shaver better but Panasonic's a close second.....
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From my research, it appears that the new product that Norelco has started selling, and that everyone hates, is made of plastic rather than metal and results in a much less smooth shave. I haven't purchased my replacement head yet as I'm still trying to decide what to buy but am leaning towards the more expensive, older version just based on everyone's comments. You should be able to find the expensive, older model for probably ½ this price, even on Amazon.
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To Wastedyrs: I suggest the older model is more-expensive simply because it IS older....each new generation of chips, digital TVs, etc, are significantly cheaper than prior ones. No exceptions I know of, unless you account for higher functionality or features.
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I have a 1255X Senso Touch 3D razor. I recently bought the RQ12 replacement head for the razor. This is the right replacement head for this razor.
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I've used the Derby, but I like the Astra way better. It's just a much smoother shave for me. YMMV of course. I have 2 small kids, and a place to put the used blades is always a concern. You can get a "Blade Safe" for about $5 on Amazon. I know Feather makes one. All it is, is a small plastic box that cannot be opened. It has a slit in the top to put your used blades. It holds a couple hundred blades. After it's full, chuck it in your recycle container, and you're done.
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Hello, Two of these I bought from Amazon.com were made in Netherlands. After having heaps of different shavers in last 54 years ... (sounds ugly) this is not a tick short of being a sensational shaver. I am not paid to say that, I believe 3 weeks + of battery life and very efficient shaving system is great. I was a bit on mean side and did not pay for 3D model ... as I find 2D to be great. Strongly suggest it. Cheers, Srecko
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The 512GB blade is sold through Amazon by a company called Techno Intelligence and is NEW...just a shame it is so damn expensive!
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Norelco redesigned the shaving head and discontinued the old RQ12. I tried the new RQ12+ on the same shaver and found it better. It is a different head but fits on the previous shaver. It seems the advantage is that when you need to replace it within a year, you only replace the cutters inside and not the whole head.
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Norelco has replaced the RQ12 head with the new RQ12+ head. It snaps on the razor in place of the RQ12. Once you have the RQ12+ you would buy the SH90 kit to replace just the cutters when needed.
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Norelco has replaced the RQ10 with the RQ12+. It fits the entire 10xx line of shavers.
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the only difference is that the ES8243A has an extra blade. I think having the extra blade helps get those hair growing in tight areas around your neck. instead having to shave it numerous times, you get to do it twice maybe three times max. its twenty dollars more expensive too so if your skin isn't as sensitive as mine and you want to save a few bucks but still have a good shaver then i guess you should get the ES8103S
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I have used the Gillette Sensor blades since they were introduced. I recently ordered Sensor Excel blades (by mistake) and find they aren't nearly as sharp and fall short of the good shave I got with the older model Sensor blade.
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Great question. I would like more input on that as well. I am perplexed why these are half the price of the P311's? What makes the P311's worth twice as much?
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Don't know about that I do know that the razors are cheaper than the blades.Now that I think about it call their consumer line and ask. They would have the answer and sometimes you get a coupon to try something new.