Braun 3612 InterFace Rechargeable Shaver

by Braun

Product Features

• Foil and floating cutter combine for smooth, close shave
• Cutter retracts at push of a button for shaving with foil only
• Pop-up trimmer for mustache and sideburns
• Works worldwide on 110-to-240-volt systems; use with cord or cordless
• 2-year warranty (foil, cutter-block excluded)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

Lightweight and shaped to fit the hand comfortably, this electric razor delivers a smooth shave either with or without a cord. A floating cutter trims long hairs, and then a thin platinum foil follows along to shave close to the skin. Push a button and the cutter retracts for shaving with the foil alone. Push the button again, and up pops a trimmer for mustache and sideburns. The shaver works worldwide on 110- to 240-volt systems and can be recharged by a 12-volt car or boat battery. It recharges fully in one hour for 30 minutes of shaving time. A green light signals when charging is underway. The shaver carries a two-year warranty against defects (foil and cutter block excluded). --Fred Brack

Product Description

Model 3612. No. 1 Foil brand worldwide. Combi-shave. Double shaving system. 1 Hour re-charge. Cord & rechargeable. 100-240 VAC 50-60 Hz. Features: First the floating cutter cuts off longer or curly hairs and then the foil follows to give a close, smooth shave; Ultra thin platinum-coated foil interacts with spring-mounted floating cutters to ensure superior closeness and comfort; 1. Combination Shave: Foil and floating cutter combine to cleanly shave short and longer, curly hairs; 2. Foil Only: Floating cutter is de-activated for shaving under the nose; 3. Pop-Out Trimmer: For trimming moustache and sideburns; A single button removes foil for easy cleaning and replacement; Charging indicator; Travel pouch; Cordless or cord operation; Batteries fully recharge in one hour; Up to 30 minutes (1-2 weeks) of cordless shaving. Environmentally harmless. Ni-Hyd batteries. Automatic worldwide voltage adjustment. Recharges from car/boat 12 volts battery. UL Listed and SA. 30-Day Moneyback Guarantee (see details inside). Two Year Limited Warranty.

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Product Details

Product Manual [425kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 1.1 x 2.2 x 5.1 inches ; 4.5 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000050FDL
• UPC: 069055816844
• Item model number: 3612
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (60 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #116,293 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
  • #86 in Health & Personal Care > Personal Care > Shaving & Hair Removal > Electric Shavers > Men's > Foil Shavers
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Best if you don't need the beard trimmer, June 5, 2002

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mattgb1 "mattgb1" (New York City) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Braun 3612 InterFace Rechargeable Shaver (Health and Beauty)

I think I'm secretly hoping it breaks.

As in the case of my walkman,it's amazing how such a magnificent piece of electronic engineering can be rendered so user-unfriendly by poor interface design.

This shaver is good enough to keep once you're paid for it, not bad enough to justify buying a new one, but I'm very disappointed.

The beard trimmer projects out less than half an inch, about an inch down from the top, which makes it cumbersome at best, as you practically have to hold the side of the whole razor against your face and barely see what you're doing. (The last Braun I owned had one that projected a full inch, near the top, allowing you to direct the cut and still see what hairs you're cutting)

On the plus side, it is extremely rugged (so it's unlikely to break anytime soon, I'm afraid), well shaped for use, and recharges superbly. The so-called cutter is useless, but the main foil section works beautifully, so if you don't need a quality beard trimmer (as I do) then it's a good value. And it's at a pretty good price...

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Slow but Sure., December 21, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Braun 3612 InterFace Rechargeable Shaver (Health and Beauty)

Clean, close cut but very slow.One charge lasts for a full weekend.

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars This is a poorly designed razor!, September 2, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Braun 3612 InterFace Rechargeable Shaver (Health and Beauty)

Ever since Gillete bought out Braun, their razors have gone downhill. The trim edge tends to dig into your face. And to add insult to injury, the replacement blades cost half the price of a new razor. I suggest spending a few extra dollars and getting the better 3 head Braun model.