Review of Norelco 8894XL Spectra Shaving System/Refurbished

I have had this Norelco for just over three years and this is the third Norelco electric shaver I have owned since 1988. My first one, a low-end model, lasted about six years before the battery died. My second one, a mid-line model, lasted nearly 10 years. This 8894XL was the top-of-the-line model at the time I bought it in 2004. My observations are:

1) The digital display shows how many minutes you have left before you need charging. Once charged, it will last over 100 minutes. For me, that's about every three months.
2) The display tells you when it needs to be washed, blades replaced, minutes left, etc.
3) The light just came on for me to replace the blades, which is the first time in the 3+ years that I have had it. I don't particularly like this feature since I don't feel like I need to replace the blades, but I can't get rid of the signal.
4) About a year after I bought this razor, I accidently tilted it over in my sink. The battery died as a result and I had to recharge the unit. I thought this was odd, but it has not happened since.
5) Electric razors are much better than having to deal with the old blades and much more cost-effective in the long run since you don't have to buy new blades every couple of weeks.
6) You can wash this unit by simply running it under hot water, unlike the old ones when you had to remove the heads and brush out the stubble, etc.
7) I have used only Norelco electric razors for the past 19 years and will never switch to anything else.

Product Description
Model Key FeaturesAdvanced Polymer LED Display1. Shaving minutes left indication, full and low battery level.2. Head Replacement Indicator.3. Cleaning Indicator.4. Low Battery Indicator.Electronic On/Off ButtonExquisitely Enhanced Lacquered Finish High Gloss Piano BlackHeavy Duty Protective Travel PouchSoft Comfort GripStainless Steel Housing, for your visual and tactile pleasure, as it radiates structural strength, quality and provides noise reductionUltra Silent System, low noise motor allows for a quiet shavePower and Battery1-hr. Full Charge for up to 100 min. shavingCordless Rechargeable or Cord, for shaving with or without a cordWorldwide Voltage - 100V to 240V AC, adjusts automatically from 100V to 240V AC

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