Electric Shavers, which is the best brand?

[JOERM]

I have kind of a thick beard and most electric shavers don't work to well. I have a Wahl and a Braun's and they kind of work but only if I've shaved with a razor a day before. If I have a 2 day beard forget it, they won't work. There are so many options out there so I thought I'd ask here if anyone can suggest the best electric shaver.

Take er easy.

 

[A10]

I've got a Norelco I've been using for a couple years. It does a pretty good job, better than most. Still not as close as a blade, but it's rechargeable and I don't need running water to use it.

 

[JOERM]

There are many models of Norelco's, which one do you have?

 

[vytoland]

an electric shaver will never give you the same kind of shave that you get with a razor. but, i have been using a norelco model 725RL (long since discontinued) for 20+ years and it gives me a good shave. i only change the blades once a year. its part of the "lift and cut" group that takes NORELCO HQ4 Plus Replacement Heads or PHILIPS NORELCO HQ55.

 

[A10]

I had to go check! It's a 7340XL, bought it at Best Buy. Around 50 or 60 bucks as I recall.

 

[M29since14]

The best I couldn't say, but currently I have and use two inexpensive Brauns (sp?) and they have been great. Have had Norelcos - never liked them. I never expect any electric shaver to cut as close as a blade.

 

[RightArm]

I've used norelco, a few brauns, now I have a remmington. It doesn't seem to matter. They all work only the day after shaving with a razor, and eventually the battery wears out and it's cheaper to just replace them. I don't even bother anymore. I shave with a razor or I just don't shave.

 

[Dennis The B]

I own a Braun 7526, with the auto-cleaner. This is my second one, and it's absolutely the best shaver I've owned. I replaced the cutter head and screen after four years, and I change cleaning cartridges about every two months.

 

[yaktamer]

I've got a Norelco I've been using for a couple years. It does a pretty good job, better than most. Still not as close as a blade, but it's rechargeable and I don't need running water to use it.

Same here.

 

[Evil Dog]

Another vote for Norelco

 

[Pop's2]

Norelco....also

 

[oldman45]

I have a Remington that gives me a very close shave. Blades are replaced a couple times a year. Since it is cordless, I get to shave on the road. I cannot notice the difference between my electric razor and a blade.

That said, electric shavers come in different qualities. A $30 shaver is not going to give the results that a $120 will. A person has to get used to a shaver and learn how to get the best shave.

 

[snowman]

I use a Norelco 6423LC, and it is the best I've found. However, I don't believe that ANY of them live up to their advertising. In fact, I believe that Norelco itself could be convicted in court of false advertising. For years they've said that their lift-and-cut system would pull the whiskers upward, cut them off, and then leave them below the surface of the skin. Not in my experience, certainly; I think it's baloney. Nonetheless, I've found them to do a better job than the others I've tried.

Andy

 

[brucev]

Norelco. For Christmas my wife bought me a new one... to replace the one that I'd been using for over 20 years. The new one can be used wet. Very cool. I have a medium heavy beard. This new Norelco gives me a very smooth shave when used w/o any water. But, running the head under hot water and shaving with it produces a result just about equivalent to using a sharp triple-blade razor. And... there is no irritation or nicking, etc. Very cool.

 

[LoadedRound]

I have one of the Norelco wet / dry models. I use it with shaving gel in the shower. I works very well for me, especially when I shave everyday. I went with the self cleaning / charging station. I think is was about $175, but I'm very happy overall.

Or you could just go all Grizzly Adams?

 

[ladder13]

I had a couple Remingtons, then someone suggested a Braun. No difference that I can tell, they appear to be about the same. As stated, can't beat a razor.

 

[dave b]

I use an old Remington that has a cord. It shaves real close and has an edge trimmer on one side. I've used it for over 20+ yrs and I'm going to cry when it gives up. Forget battery powered ones, you could mow grass with this one.

 

[Rule3]

Norelco.

http://smith-wessonforum.com/lounge/193829-electric-razors.html

 

[glowe]

Have had all the brands over the years and like my new Norelco - the best I have used, plus it has a trimmer that actually works.

Philips Norelco 1160X - YouTube

 

[Pilgrim]

I've used Norelcos for about 50 years.