Really would like to stay under $100 here. Hair on my face grows out in a wide variety of angles, and I have chubby cheeks, so I need one that can manage those facts.
Which brand & model do you recommend?
Thank you,
Jim
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May 01, 2020, 11:08 AM
ensigmatic
I've been very pleased with the Braun Series 5 fellow SF member sidss1 gifted me four years ago this month
I have a moderately tough beard, much of which grows out flat to the skin. I'd given up on electrics years and years ago. But then I ran into a problem where blades were causing severe irritation just under my chin--no matter what I did.
The Braun shaves nearly as close as a blade, for me, and no irritation.
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May 01, 2020, 11:28 AM
P250UA5
Recently got a Phillips Norelco OneBlade Comes with 3 combs, or use bare to shave. Happy with it so far, since I've deiced to grow it out a bit, it helps maintain a consistent length.
It replaced an older Norelco rotary razor, which only served for a mostly clean shave.
Edit: the above OneBlade is more of a trimmer than a razor. Haven't tried shaving clean with it, so can't comment on shave performance.This message has been edited. Last edited by: P250UA5,
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May 01, 2020, 11:56 AM
copaup
I hated electric razors for years and have to shave for my job daily. I bought a Braun 7 series about 4 years ago and have been using it since. It's the only electric I've used that works with my wild wiry beard and face. I'm a fan. There is one place under my jaw that I have to use the trimmer on if I don't shave every day, but other than that it's great.
May 01, 2020, 12:01 PM
Jim1970
Hello again,
Thank you for the tips thus far. I am leaning toward the Braun - although I’ll look at anything suggested.
Thanks again,
Jim
That which doesn't kill you only makes you stronger
May 01, 2020, 02:43 PM
GT-40DOC
There was a very big thread here on this very subject a short time back. Maybe you might check it out??
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May 01, 2020, 06:30 PM
Lefty Sig
I've used Panasonic Wet/Dry electrics for years. Currently have the 5 blade one you can get at Best Buy, and it works great. I didn't get the more expensive model with the cleaning tank because they already clean easily - just rinse, put some liquid soap on the foil and run it.
Also have a 2xAA Travel Wet/Dry that works surprisingly well and can get through a 3 week trip on one set of batteries. And the 2xAAA Wet/Dry clippers.
May 01, 2020, 09:51 PM
SPG
Braun Spend the coin
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May 01, 2020, 10:02 PM
sig77
Braun. My last one lasted 15 years, and new one is amazing
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May 02, 2020, 07:15 AM
h2oys
Braun. Per an earlier post above, there was a lengthy discussion on electric shavers. Here is a consumer reports test I placed in that prior post.
May 02, 2020, 07:17 AM
Wishbone
Whal 5 star finale. Less than $100 and still made in the USA. Goes 90 minutes on a charge. Available on the Whal pro website.
