Braun Series 3 Style & Shave Electric Shaver, Electric Razor for Men with Precision Beard Trimmer and 5 Combs, Gifts For Men, UK 2 Pin Plug, 300BT, Black Razor

Good value for money, next model up not really worth the money
I took some time to research the best value-for-money rechargeable wet electric shaver, and I think the Braun 3040 might be the one.In term of shaving performance, this is very good, even on dry shaving.I think people not shaving frequently may be disappointed, as this is not designed for cutting long hairs/beards. However, a precision trimmer is built-in for sideburns etc, and people shaving every day or every few days should be happy.Compared to the Philips shavers I had in the past, with rounded heads, this seems to perform better, and it’s shaving a much wider area in one go.Other Philips models currently sold on Amazon for a similar price as the Braun 3040 don’t include precision trimmers, and take much longer to fully charge, or are just dry models (much harder to keep clean). The replacement blades are also likely to be more costly.Build quality is very good, and the device feels robust. It’s the first time I have a waterproof shaver, and it’s going to make proper cleaning some much easier.If using for wet shaves, or cleaning the head under running water frequently (as opposed to using the provided brush for “dry” cleaning), Braun recommends to put some oil on the foils once a week (oil not provided), else water will make the mechanism too dry. I believe this is good advice as I had the same experience with clippers, but would have been nice to have some oil provided.Blades/foil should last for about 18-months, according to Braun, and cost about £20 to replace. Item is losing one star because of this, as spare blades shouldn’t cost 60% of a new shaver price. Lots of people will buy a new shaver, which is not very green.Some people are reporting that the precision trimmer does not work, but it’s moving so quickly that it may not appear to be working (when just looking at it).Some people are reporting that their shaver is not charging fully: the lights are indeed confusing. There are three charging lights, but only the top two light up when fully charged. The third light (red) is just to indicate low battery. It would have been better for Braun to just use the three lights as charge normal charge indicators.There is also an indicator at the bottom that is supposed to remind users when the blades have to be replaced. I guess it may just be based on duration, as opposed to actually usage/count.Differences with the next model up (Braun Series 3 3080), currently sold on Amazon for £30 more:* The cutting mechanism/blades/foil are exactly the same (so shaving performance will be basically the same)* The battery life is the same. Charging time is the same* Motor is the same, and body is broadly the same (apart from colours, and one more switch)* The 3080 comes with a charging station. 3040 with just a charging cable. As it’s recommended to fully discharge before recharging (to preserve the battery), and charging should only have to be done about once a week (for 1 hour), I am not sure a charging cradle is that necessary* The 3080 comes with a traveling pouch. 3040 just has a protective plastic cap. However, third party travel pouches can be bought for £10* The 3080 has an additional switch to lock the blades lower for sensitive areasNone of this is worth an extra £30 to me, and it’s interesting to see that the 3080 model is rated much higher on Amazon by customers, while the shaving performance should be basically the same as the much cheaper 3040…

Just Buy This!
I have suffered severe razor burn / bright red patches post shave on my chin and upper lip for the past 5 years to the point of becoming very embarrassing. Tried everything I could , went to dermatologist and resorted only shaving this area of my face once a week at weekends so redness would subside a bit for Mondays and start of work week. This Braun was delivered today, tried it straight away and I just had my first reaction free shave in years!! Superb blades in the foil allow you to cut the stumble but barely touch the skin. I went VERY light and it worked AMAZING! This entry level Brain will make a real difference to my life. I am delighted with this game changing purchase. I did the rest of my face just to compare with a blade shave and I would say it gets 95% as close but still looks like a very clean shave. I was looking at shavers for £300 to £500. Save your money and get this for the £50 and you won’t be sorry. Great purchase and highly recommend ( especially those with sensitive skin, rosacea, suffer razor burn) . Well done Braun !!!

Profesyonel orjinal

Rasoir de bonne qualité, rasant de près.