What's the best way to move the shaver? Against the grain, and with the grain, back and forth like a paint brush? Or just against the grain only?
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Hi there Roy hands down against the grain. It does take a long time to get all those stubborn hairs especially incarnated. Otherwise, it's my Caddy...
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Depends on your DNA which determines your beard's hair pattern. I feel it is best to get your hair to stand up. Wash your face to remove oils and irritants, dry it completely, then shave moving the electric shaver in a method that shaves you best. Don't apply to much pressure, you will only wear out the screen. When you have your closest shave possible with the electric shaver if you're not satisfied, finish up with a standard blade shaver with the moisture strips on it. You can get a great or very close shave. I do the above in the shower including drying my face as it is more comfortable for me. You will also want to pull or manipulate your skin to help your hairs stand up. If you use shaving cream or even water while shaving with the electric shaver, you may not get as close of a shave, but it will be a more comfortable shave. Beard pattern dictates your shaving style. Additionally, your desire for a close shave determines how hard you will work at it. My wife really appreciates the close shave I get. Against the grain usually gives the best shave. In a half in area you could have hair growing in many different directions. When you're tired of fighting it with the electric break out the standard. I never use shaving cream period. Did I answer your question in a word or less?
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I think this answer most likely varies from person to person. However, my experience with this shaver, it works well any direction I've tried once my skin adjusted to the new shaver. I typically shave with and against the grain, depending on what part of the neck I'm shaving.
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It is a little rougher than the thin-screen shavers but not seriously so. As you probably know, shave gently (it doesn't help to push hard) and use pre-electric shave lotion -- that provides some lubrication and dries away moisture in the beard.
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Andrew, if possible, when shaving off particles, try to shave them off onto a cotton ball that has been wetted in Vaseline or onto some wood shavings. I found this (cotton balls w/Vaseline) to work every time. There are videos in YouTube that show you how it is done.
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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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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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It is CERTAINLY not intuitive. Works well, though, so maybe it isn't a design flaw. Anyway, grasp the very end of it and twist COUNTER-clockwise (i.e., to the left). The end will "break" and slip off. I usually shave twice - the first time w/o power assist; the second time, with. Good luck to you.
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I used Gillette disposables (not cartridges) before getting this razor and personally, there was almost no learning curve for me. First shave with it I drew no blood :) The blades you use will be harder to figure out as each blade brand works differently for different beards. You will be spending a couple/few months finding the blade that works best. Start off with large sample pack, try those, see what is available near you and try them. One brand will shave you very different from another brand, each beard is different. Make sure you have some sort of blade bank for your used blades, I use empty Alt*ids cans that I tape up when full. Make sure you are using soap and brush for lather, you will not like the shave from this razor with foam/gel. A great resource for info on wet shaving is badgerandblade dot com. Buy this razor, you will not regret it and the environment will really appreciate it.
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My husband says you have to push the blades back and it may sting a bit. You have to use a screwdriver to get the blade up so it shaves real close. He still bics it.
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To clean you pop off the shaver head then you pry off each of the 4 blades that make up the cornors and then twist off the blade int he center. I was each of the blades and then let air dry and reinstall. Not a real big deal but not as easy as cleaning a Norolco. However the extra work in cleaning is, in my opnion, worth it for the great job it does on my head.
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Same deal here - I think the charger base has a fundamental mechanical designproblem with the mechanism that mates the charger contracts to the shaver whilein the base. For a while, I used q-tips to force the shaver up against the contacts,but even that method is failing me now. I find I'm still a razor man, so I'm going to putthis turkey (Braun) out to pasture. Total cost of ownership is very high, between theacquisition cost, cost of replacing the head/foil, and the cleaning fluid. Even when I tryto stick with the program for a month or two using the Braun, the shave is not even inthe same league as one of these multiblade razor systems. Same deal here - I think the charger base has a fundamental mechanical designproblem with the mechanism that mates the charger contracts to the shaver whilein the base. For a while, I used q-tips to force the shaver up against the contacts,but even that method is failing me now. I find I'm still a razor man, so I'm going to putthis turkey (Braun) out to pasture. Total cost of ownership is very high, between theacquisition cost, cost of replacing the head/foil, and the cleaning fluid. Even when I tryto stick with the program for a month or two using the... » Read More Same deal here - I think the charger base has a fundamental mechanical designproblem with the mechanism that mates the charger contracts to the shaver whilein the base. For a while, I used q-tips to force the shaver up against the contacts,but even that method is failing me now. I find I'm still a razor man, so I'm going to putthis turkey (Braun) out to pasture. Total cost of ownership is very high, between theacquisition cost, cost of replacing the head/foil, and the cleaning fluid. Even when I tryto stick with the program for a month or two using the Braun, the shave is not even inthe same league as one of these multiblade razor systems. « Show 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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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.
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Although I have not used a 2D for some years, my new 3D really does a truly great job - best shaver I've ever used by far and also the quietest. The ability of the 3D to follow the contours of the face and neck might need to be experienced to be really understood. The overall head not only pivots but each of the three shaving heads can shift angles in and out - so the whole shaving platform can flex between concave and convex.
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tobyi have an older braun and it takes forever to shave,,,,,does the vinration reature on the Pulsonic speed up this daily ritualThanksLM
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In my experience it does very well. The head pivots in two directions. At first I would try to guide the head--now I've learned to just steer the handle and let the pivoting happen. It follows the contours of my face very well. Don't press hard--gentle pressure is fine--and guide it over your face. The pivoting lets it track the changes in surface orientation and gives you a nice shave.
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I shave in the shower and it works like a dream. Much cheaper than cartridges. Just take your time and buy Astra or Dorco blades.
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No - begin brushing from the bottom up. I hardly get any hair in it compared to a regular brush. You can go onto YouTube to watch a bunch of videos demonstrating its usage.