Review of Norelco Deluxe Reflex Plus Shaver w/LED - 6863XL

Though this is one of the models in the "lower" groups of Norelco's offerings, it has more than enough bells and whistles.I really can't see why anyone would need more.My first shave with this razor ended with the best shave I have ever had in my life.Just read on and follow all the suggested steps.

Norelco instructs us that all razors of this model should be fully charged for 4 hours before the first shave. I believe that all of Norelco's razors are given if not a full charge, a partial charge.The manual also explains about the LED lights that indicate the percentage of charged power available to the razor.When I plugged my razor in for charging, before using, it said 40% available and the 60% indicator was blinking (meaning not quite 60% full).Give the razor a full 4 hour charge, even if the LEDs say 100% in about 1 hour or so.Go the full 4 miles the first time around (remember, this razor has a quick charge function, so it may appear to be fully charged, it isn't, it's just your quick charge at work).I washed my face with plenty of soap and soaked my whiskers with a lot of water.Then I dried my face completely.Then, contrary to what Norelco says, I used a liquid preshave conditioner.Not a gel, not a powder (which should never be done with these razors), simply a liquid.Then I shaved - - - and it was the best shaving experience I have ever had.

The LED lights tell me everything I need to know - - 20%, 40%, on up to 100% power available.It starts blinking red at 20% power left.You can still shave; it's just letting you know that you need to charge it up.It does have the sideburn trimmer, which I have used and it performed wonderfully for me.

If this is the "lower" line, I don't know what you can do with the higher lines.I do not see any need for something beyond this razor.It has its cleaning brush for the razor heads, it has its charging cord, it has its neat little traveling pouch that holds the razor and all its accessories.What more do you need?

It feels comfortable and well balanced in my hand, it is very quiet, and it is a pleasant razor to look at.For the price, you cannot possibly go wrong.

Product Description
Boasting a 6-minute quick-charge feature for shaving on the go, the Norelco Deluxe Reflex Plus Shaver features a 5-LED meter with Full and Low indicators to signal battery power. When the light turns green, this cordless, rechargeable shaver is ready to deliver a superior, comfortable shave. Its reflex control automatically adjusts to the curves of the face, and patented Lift and Cut technology gives smooth results day after day. Includes a cleaning brush, coil cord and travel/storage pouch. Imported. 6Hx2Wx2D".

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Review of Norelco Spectra Deluxe Shaver 8894XL

I've been delaying writing this review of the Spectra 8894xl as I really wanted to use it for a month or more before I commented on it.I'm happy to report that I'm loving it!The only real weakness is the long hair trimmer as it's marginal at best.

I'm completely convinced that the Norelco rotary floating head system is far superior then the linear blade foil systems found on other razors like the Panasonic and Braun.I've owned them all. This is not to say they don't work well, but in my experience they are more biting and do a less then adequate job in the neck area.You can also get a circular rhythm with the rotary that you can't get with the linear. Some people complain there is less control with the Norelco, especially around the side burns.This is true, but I've found that once you get used to navigating the Norelco it becomes second nature.

One thing that threw me off before the purchase was a complaint I read about this razor having slots and holes on the foils heads.More specifically, the complaint was that it took a longer time to shave with the Spectra then it does with the Reflex action and Advantage.I can't comment on the Reflex action but I can comment on the Advantage as I own one.There is some truth to this!The difference is the Advantage has many more slots and more blades as compared to the Spectra. The Spectra has 9 blades per head for a total of 27 for the three heads.The claim is that this gives it a more open structure and allows for a sharper blade angle that lifts whiskers sooner and higher for a closer shave. The Advantage on the other hand has 15 blades per head for a total of45 blades.That equates to more coverage - 60% to be exact.This combined with the fact the Advantage foil has all slots explains why you can plow through more whiskers in less time.However, this notwithstanding, the spectra may take a little longer to shave but the configuration gives a much closer shave.The stubble slots also do tend to take care of the shorter whiskers by catching them and allowing the blades to cut them.

Now a word on battery life and the LED; the battery life of 100 minutes is amazing, I've only had to charge the razor twice since I owned it.I'm a proponent of conditioning the battery by using the charge up until you really need to charge it.The LED is very cool as there is no more guessing about charge left and time used.

The nine settings on the Personal Comfort level setting is a nice touch, but I've been using the razor on the normal setting with great results.At first I did set it back a few notches which led to less irritation at first, but now that my face is used to it the N setting works well without irritation.

One other thing I've found that really improves the shave. Williams Lectric Shave Utlra Pre-Shave "GEL".This is non-greasy and much better then their oil based formula.It really, really makes a difference.

Product Description
James Bond's razor of choice, this rechargeable Norelco Spectra shaver features a sleek design with 3 individually floating heads adjustable to your skin type.The selector dial adjusts spring and pressure of floating heads with 9 settings for sensitive to normal skin. A 2-stage cutting action with lift and cut technology uses slots to cut long hairs and holes to shave stubble smooth, while the full-width pop-up trimmer handles the detail work. The integrated LED display shows shaving minutes remaining, plus cleaning and head replacement indicators. A 1-hour full-charge gives you 100 shaving minutes, while the 2-minute power-charge provides a 3-minute shave. When you're done, simply rinse clean. Includes deluxe leather pouch, stand, recharging power cord, cleaning brush and travel pouch. Automatic worldwide voltage adjustment. No. 8894XL. Imported. 5-1/2L".

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Review of Norelco Quadra Action Shaver - 7616X

I've owned this razor for over a year now, but only used it off and on until recently. While it has always shaved well, I have found it works best if you are a regular, every-day shaver. For quite a while, I wasn't, which meant that my face never fully conditioned to the shaver, and that I was more often than not trying to shave a thicker growth of beard. The first was not a big deal (I knew how to fix that), but the the latter proved to be a problem - this razor is NOT for people who don't shave every day. If you let your beard go for a couple days between shaves, you will more than likely need to take it down with the trimmer before shaving.

However...

I recently dug this razor out again and decided to give it another try. I have found that if I shave every day, the shaver performs very well indeed. It's still not as close as a blade, but let's face it, no electric razor is. This one is comfortable, efficient, easy to clean and worth the money (this based on my experience with much cheaper shavers in the past). I would suggest that people shave with a completely *dry* face - preferably even before you shower. Having a truly dry beard makes a difference. I haven't used a pre-shave, but shaving dry is getting me close enough that I'm not worried about it.

The trimmer is okay for basic side-burn straightening and so on, but I don't trust it to groom my mustache or beard - I use my beard trimmer for that. But as a razor for my face, I am very happy with this model. The only draw back is that it is hard to get a clean line along the edge of my beard with the round heads, but an occasional touch up with a regular razor handles that. It now takes me a lot less time to shave every morning, compared to using foam and a cartridge razor, which is worth it.

Product Description
Features:4-stage cutting system will shave through stubble regardless of length. Slots in the heads catch longer hair, while holes cut stubble. Razor head's reflex action adjusts the head holder to the contour of your face for smoother, better.Floating heads align the blades with your skin. Classic Norelco Lift and Cut technology lifts hair for closer cutting, even cutting comfortably.

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