Serious question: can it last cutting through thick Brown guy back hair? The philips Norelco counterpart has failed after only 6 mos usage by myself.
1596545
I wouldn't trust it to. My back isn't that hairy and it only lasted a few mths.
1633419
Sure, I think so. I've had it six months, and I have never been cut. It works a thousand times better than any other brand I have tried, dry or wet. And It still holds a great charge.
1297907
I didn't have good luck with it at all. It would not cut at all, much less arm hair. Sorry, the answer would be no.
736809
I gave this piece of junk away to a homeless guy I know because it gave me the worst shave of any Norelco I've ever owned, and I've been using them for 40 years. I went back to my old floating head model that I bought in 1988, refurbished it, and it cuts as clean as a razor blade.
8690
As I recall, this machine was a piece of C**p. It did not last long at all and it wasn't cheap. I now have a Sharp, which seems to be holding up pretty well. Good luck!
2118671
No, I bought the shaver to keep daily growth down as I like to use a blade only twice a week,but it wouldnt even cut small hair growth off let alone trim it. The shaver was always empty.I looked it over carefully, and it didnt seem damaged in any way. Just doesnt work.
991990
honestly im a really hairy guy and this last about 3 shaves. after that it starts to get dull. If you want the closest shave possible on your back.. buy it. I wish it lasted longer but that's the price one pays for being hairy. :)
2036764
i have a friend that says he uses it everywhere including personal areas, but i have found a way to minorly cut myself with it (this surprised him). if you are careful you can get the job done well enough.
2132542
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.....
831213
The Norelco heated up MUCH faster for me...this doesn't heat up at all...on my face etc. I don't shave my head. As for battery life, it lasts less than the Braun because it's much more powerful...13,000 rpm compared to Brauns 10,000...so that makes sense. It's ez enuf to recharge isn't it...1 hour or less & it's fully charged! C'mon now...we are so spoiled aren't we, myself included..Lol. Enjoy!
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The Norelco doesn't need razor parts. My last Norelco lasted for 7 plus years and it still gives me a shave.Nevertheless, it is not a sharp as it used to be. I gave it to my wife and bought this new one. Norelco suggests that you order new heads every year for a sharp cut. Cost for new head is $20.
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Hi. This is ia GREAT question, man. I've been shaving my head for years now (not even sure if I'm grey or still brown, lol), and have used electric shavers happily. The two brands I've used most successfully are Norelco (Phillips in Europe and Canada), and Braun. I prefer the Norelco, because just every once in a while, the Braun foil crimps and the blade irritates my skull, eh? But with the Norelco floating head system, never happens. And both shave me about equally close. Now, i've found that on my face, just by the way, they are equal, but the one place the Braun wins is on the neck. Never have found the best neck shave with the Norelco. But for me, that's not a big deal, compared to how close and comfortable (and fast, because those triple heads cover good ground) the Norelco does my head and face. Now to be clear, either the Norelco or Braun is GREAT for head shaving. I just give the norelco a slight, no pun intended, edge. Hope this helps.
61966
I must be an oddball exception, because I can use these cartridges (as well as disposables) for a YEAR or MORE before they start to draw blood. Granted, I don't have the thickest of stubble, and I mostly shave after a shower when the hair is softer and easier to cut, but I seem to be getting way more mileage out of them than average. (I also clean the gunk off between the blades when done, so it doesn't have a chance to harden.)
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I am 61 years old and have fine but fairly thick hair. The Mason Pearson with not pull or break your hair when you brush through it. It is very effective but doesn't cause any damage. I have used one since I was in my 20's and I can assure you that it is one of the best brushes I have ever used. I have tried all brands and pure boar bristle brushes but the combination of the nylon/boar bristle far surpasses any I have used. Hope this helps you make your decision to buy one.
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Ask Wahl..I think they have a different system over there for their electricity but I don't know for sure..I do know for sure.That I love my Wahl..So does my wife, who is a stickler on haircuts..I have gotten my money back several times and did as good as the barber..and I didn't have to drive anywhere, listen to any stories, or pay $16 every 3 weeks..Keep it clean, keep it oiled and keep it in use..Practice makes it perfect..
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I don't know as I threw out the box and paper work.Have you 1. cleaned and oiled the blades after using 2. Taken the blade off and cleaned it and the white shaft that moves the blade and if you have removed the blade have you reinstalled it correctly as instructed. I have fine hair and and use it every other day around my ears, sideburns and mustache and clean and oil the blade each time.Also once a week I remove the blade and clean inside. With this maintenance I have not had any problems and am very pleased with the trimmer. Best of Luck David PS The 2 screws holding the blade to the trimmer can easily strip.
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i would contact amazon first then the vender. i returned mine asap as i was disappointed on the quality of the end result, a close and tight "shave". seems the norelco type shaving head does non work well on the head.