Best electric shaver for African-American stubble My husband used the older panasonic wet/dry razor for years and loved it. But it is dying. Does anyone with curly hair like this razor best or recommend another one? Thanks. Best electric shaver for African-American stubble My husband used the older panasonic wet/dry razor for years and loved it. But it is dying. Does anyone with curly hair like this razor best or... » Read More Best electric shaver for African-American stubble My husband used the older panasonic wet/dry razor for years and loved it. But it is dying. Does anyone with curly hair like this razor best or recommend another one? Thanks. « Show Less
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I have been using Panasonic wet/dry for the past five years and recommend Panasonic without reservation. I have also owned Norelco and Braun. The wer/dry Panasonics have far outperformed the others.
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I have both (bought the ES8103S first), and the ES8243A is by far the better shaver for me. My 60+ year old face has some tough hair growth and getting a close shave was always a dream, until the ES8143A.A shave does take me 4 to 6 minutes due to some tough under chin areas so I only get 3 to 4 shaves per charge but for me it is worth it. I get up to a year on the foil/blades before I have to replace them. Unfortunate the foil/blades are so expensive. The shaver is 4 years old and going strong.
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Stas-I commented on theese same quality issues of the Braun Shavers back in June 2010. I purchased a Panasonic and have been very pleased with the shave and the cleaning feature. I had been a former loyal Braun user but that's history. I am now sold on Panasonic shavers.
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I've been blade shaving for as long as I've been shaving (I'm 68 yrs old). I tried a few electrics but I never got the close/clean feel of a blade. I also used a Mach 3 but will have to disagree with you about the inexpensive blades. That's one of the reasons that I decided to give this wet/dry a try. Being total honest I don't think it gives as close of a shave as a blade but by the same token it dosen't remove as much skin either. As far as cost, I have owned my wet/dry since Dec. 09 and I just replaced the foil and blades at a cost of 50+ dollars. It helped a little speeding up my shaving time but I think the old foil and blades could have gone a few more months. I don't think your thinking is wrong it's just that everyone's different and has their own opinion. Watever works best for you is right.
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Not being black, it's hard to say. I do have a somewhat curly beard though - not kinky. It seems to hook and pull up the hair better than any shaver I've ever had. I think that's why it makes my skin slightly pink after the shave. There is no discomfort from that though. So, guessing, I would say it's better than most.
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I believe the question was meant to compare the coil type epilator to the motorized tweezer type epilator, not to shaving blades that leave stubble. I have had both, and tho it has been years since I have used the coil, I am thinking of going back to it. Could be I am remembering it as working better than it really did. What I do know is that I am done with the cordless models. The battery never lasts. And I don't need a waterproof one. I am blind without my glasses anyway and they don't seem to work any better in the shower.
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My beard is really tough and it takes quite a while for me to get a close shave, but the Panasonic does a better job than any other shaver I've ever used. Leave the cleaning base at home and just take the charger/cord with you on the road. I can get about 10 shaves on a charge, but I plug the shaver in overnight when on the road. If you clean the shaver under running water you will never *have* to clean it in the base, although that's what I do when not travelling. It's a great shaver... You can't go wrong. I've got the ES8228 and the ES8109. They're pretty much the same shavers with different trim. I replaced a Braun 360.
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Honestly, I have never used an electric razor so I would not be able to make an appropriate comparison. However, it is the best razor I have ever used. It gives a very close shave. I have a pretty heavy beard. I blades themselves seem to be the same as the previous model razor but the swivel head allows me to get closer under my nose, under my jawline and under my chin. If you were going to try a non-electric razor, I would suggest this model.
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I am not a black man, but my beard does grow in all sorts of directions! What I can say is that I have learned to use this razor so that I have a smooth shave, comfortably. I am 83 and it is probably the best razor I have owned. I wish you the best and hope that you also have a great experience.
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Hello , I have actually thrown mine in the trash , It was the most terrible razor I have ever purchased , did nothing but give me ingrown hair`s and bumps , this brand is not what it once was , sorry I could not help you .
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I have also had a Panasonic wet/dry shaver very similar to this for about 15yrs (use it once a wk on face and twice a month on head) and I'm finally looking to replace it with another Panasonic for sure. (Posted this in support of the quality/longevity)
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I've been using Braun shavers for a few decades and have been happy with them. Because some folks said they really liked the Panny I bought one that I planned to keep in my car. I tried it at home and my face felt like I had shaved with a roll of barbed wire. I then looked at reviews of other full size Panny shavers and the reviews tend to be black or white - some folks love them and some had my experience - there weren't many shades of gray in the reviews. So if you have sensitive skin stay away from Panny shavers. (Note that I have a lot of Panny products I use and like, including 4/3 format DSLR camera lenses designed by Leica that smoke much more expensive Canon and Nikon lenses.) I've been using Braun shavers for a few decades and have been happy with them. Because some folks said they really liked the Panny I bought one that I planned to keep in my car. I tried it at home and my face felt like I had shaved with a roll of barbed wire. I then looked at reviews of other full size Panny shavers and the reviews tend to be black or white - some folks love them and some had my experience - there weren't many shades of gray in the reviews. So if you have sensitive skin stay away from Panny shavers. (Note that I have a lot of Panny products I use and like, including 4/3... » Read More I've been using Braun shavers for a few decades and have been happy with them. Because some folks said they really liked the Panny I bought one that I planned to keep in my car. I tried it at home and my face felt like I had shaved with a roll of barbed wire. I then looked at reviews of other full size Panny shavers and the reviews tend to be black or white - some folks love them and some had my experience - there weren't many shades of gray in the reviews. So if you have sensitive skin stay away from Panny shavers. (Note that I have a lot of Panny products I use and like, including 4/3 format DSLR camera lenses designed by Leica that smoke much more expensive Canon and Nikon lenses.) « Show Less
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The first two answers are WRONG. I have used this product for years with two Panasonic razors. Works very well with electric razors. I would say that you should rinse your razor head (to open the groves) to avoid build up of the product while you shave. The product is so silky that your face will be slick even if it is not very visible.
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Here is what I believe is happening. There is a problem with these reviews. There are two Braun shavers. One can be used wet or dry. One can not, but both say they are washable. A number of the reviews for the wet n dry are showing up on the plain shaver non wet n dry page. Go to this link for a comparison of the models. Old Spice Wet & Dry Shave & Trim, powered by Braun
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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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It's been two or three years since I tried it. I think I remember that it came with one replacement set, but you would need to buy additional replacement sets as they would need to be replaced. But cleaning the device out after each use was key to have it work most effectively. I did not find that it gave me a close enough shave, so I returned it - which is where Norelco game me problems about refunding me all of the money that I spent. Their promise turned out to be a lie. Bad job on their part. Good Luck!
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My husband uses this razor. I asked and he said he has had five shaves with one razor so far. He Loves his new razor, brush and soap that purchased for him. Hope this is helpful.