[alphaomega16]

Heya guys, I am on the lookout for a new shaver since the one I have had for about 10 years I dropped hehe

I was thinking of the Philips F1 or the first in the 8200 series. REALLY dont want to fork out more than £100.

Anyone have either of these shavers or can recommend another. I would prefer the Flat Triangle Head shavers connected to the base if you get what I mean.

[Crocodile]

I have the previous Williams versions & it's OK, nothing more. But then I don't really get on with electrics.

Battery seems a bit weak compared to a high-end Philips I had a few years back & the trimmer is poor. But then I only paid around £30 for it on an Amamzon offer. Certainly not worth the supposed full price but then I don't think any of them are.

If you search this forum there's been a few shaving threads. eg:

Shaving

Electric shavers

Electric Razors...

Mens Grooming

What electric shaver?

etc.

[mda1974]

I've had a Philips Cool Skin shavor since Christmas. I'd been using a Gillet Fusion before that but wanted something quicker than a wet shave.

I've been really impresed with it, and the shaving lotion it uses means you can use it with a wet face (even in the shower)

The refill lotion costs about £7-£8 but lasts me about 3months at a time and I use it every day.

[Forbez]

Have a look on Electric Shaver and Razor Specialists - Philishave, Braun, Remington and Panasonic... mate, I managed to pick up a body shaver for £15 less than it was in a local boots.

[alphaomega16]

Thx for the replys guys I will give them a look over now

[FZR400RRSP]

I prefer shavers in the Braun/Remington mode.
I find their 'horizontal' blades better.
I find the Philips-style circular blades a pain once you get up near sideburns etc.
After all, difficult to get straight lines from a circle...

[happyhomer]

I've never got on with Philishaves myself, and for the last 12 years or so I've used Panasonic rechargeable wet/dry ones. When used with shaving foam these give a really close shave and are very comfortable. This one is in your price range.

[alphaomega16]

Originally Posted by mda1974

I've had a Philips Cool Skin shavor since Christmas. I'd been using a Gillet Fusion before that but wanted something quicker than a wet shave.

I've been really impresed with it, and the shaving lotion it uses means you can use it with a wet face (even in the shower)

The refill lotion costs about £7-£8 but lasts me about 3months at a time and I use it every day.

With this one do you have to use the moisturizer or can u shave without it.

As with my old one I just shaved after I got out of the shower, didnt use anything before hand.

Edit
I am considering getting this one as the only bad points I can find is the number of shaves per charge so far.
Philips HQ7390/17 Williams F1 Mains Rechargeable Shaver: Amazon.co.uk: Health & Beauty

Also I am not sure if I can be arsed with all the moisturizer stuff.

[alphaomega16]

Originally Posted by happyhomer

I've never got on with Philishaves myself, and for the last 12 years or so I've used Panasonic rechargeable wet/dry ones. When used with shaving foam these give a really close shave and are very comfortable. This one is in your price range.

sry for late replys been busy end of last week.

Not too fond of the looks of that one, not really been a lover of those types.

Think I am gonna go with 1 of these 2 but cant make my mind up which

Tempted by this one.

But the price on this one is screaming for me to buy it lol.

[Mr Incredible]

I've just gone through the same machinations this week. I had a 15 year old 4870 which had never had its blades changed and has had two new batteries. But as new blades would be £25 and a new battery about £15, it didn;t seem worth it.

So, not an attractive purchase, but this at £44.03 delivered looked the ticket.

Philips Philishave HQ7260 Sports Shaver

I've used it twice; very quiet, light and superior cut to the one I had. But then again sharpened flint woud have been better! I like this one because it washes out under a hot top (although it snot suitable for use in a shower).

[alphaomega16]

Originally Posted by Mr Incredible

I've just gone through the same machinations this week. I had a 15 year old 4870 which had never had its blades changed and has had two new batteries. But as new blades would be £25 and a new battery about £15, it didn;t seem worth it.

So, not an attractive purchase, but this at £44.03 delivered looked the ticket.

Philips Philishave HQ7260 Sports Shaver

I've used it twice; very quiet, light and superior cut to the one I had. But then again sharpened flint woud have been better! I like this one because it washes out under a hot top (although it snot suitable for use in a shower).

WOW that is one narly shaver, looks like a transformer in disguise hehehe. Dont think ive ever seen one quite like that before.

I managed to find the head over the weekend to my old one so hopefully I can save myself a few bob hehe.

The one I currently have is a Philips 4601. Heads I dont believe have ever been changed and it sounds like its still going ok. Gonna give it a full charge overnight but I will eventually need to decide what to do.

[Crocodile]

Originally Posted by alphaomega16

WOW that is one narly shaver, looks like a transformer in disguise hehehe. Dont think ive ever seen one quite like that before.

Looks like the same design (& similar model no.) to the Williams I have & posted in #2.

[Mr Incredible]

Originally Posted by alphaomega16

WOW that is one narly shaver, looks like a transformer in disguise hehehe. Dont think ive ever seen one quite like that before.
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Yeah, it's not the prettiest, but as I'm the only one to see it and use it, I don't give a toss about its styling and looks! It does what it says on the tin, even if the tin is pants!

[The Bass]

I use a Braun 390 cc, good value, good shave and the cleaning station has a cool glowing blue light when you turn it on, which is just what you want from a shaver.