Braun 8000 360 Complete Foil and Cutter Block for Models 8995, 8985 and 8975

by Braun

Product Features

• Replacement foil and cutter block for 360 Complete models 8995, 8985 and 8975
• Braun recommends cleaning the foil and cutter block regularly

Product Description

To bring back 100% shaving performance, replace your foil and cutterblock every 18 months. Change both parts at the same time for a closer shave with less skin irritation. This foil and cutterblock is for 360 Complete models 8995, 8985 and 8975.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.6 x 6.3 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 0.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000GBMYC0
• UPC: 069055838310
• Item model number: 360 Complete 8000 CP
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (140 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,053 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)
  • #29 in Health & Personal Care > Personal Care > Shaving & Hair Removal > Electric Shavers
  • #29 in Health & Personal Care > Personal Care > Shaving & Hair Removal > Accessories
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

127 of 128 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars ***READ HERE FIRST! TERRIBLE REPLACEMENT!***, July 5, 2010

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J. Tomaszewski (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Braun 8000 360 Complete Foil and Cutter Block for Models 8995, 8985 and 8975 (Health and Beauty)

If you've been reading any of the reviews here lately you will know the 8000 series foil/cutterblock combo has been replaced with a new combo now called the series 5 Combi 51S. You will receive this replacement even if the picture on the product page shows "8000 series" as it has been discontinued for over a year. Braun merged the replacement for the 8000 series (Activator) with the 360 Complete. This new foil/cutterblock is garbage! The cutterblock has wide blades, as opposed to the thinner blades of the original 8000 series, which pull your stubble and take MANY passes over your face to shave. They are prone to premature failure and I have gone through 3(THREE) of these in 6 months! (I bought one and two were free through Braun after complaining). All the free replacements in the world weren't making the shaving experience any better. I longed for the days when my Activator 8595 cut smooth, close, and comfortably. After all, this shaver had been my favorite for 6 years so far! I was very close to dumping the whole shaver and moving on when I happened across a reviewer on Amazon who suggested using the 7000 series replacement foil/cutterblock in his review. It worked PERFECTLY! The 7000 series replacement looks just like the much coveted original on my 8595 Activator - down to the thinner cutting blades! It didn't pull my stubble, it cut smooth as butter, and was comfortable: JUST LIKE NEW! I'd like to thank the original reviewer (James L. Walls "sixtoe") for the very good advice.

***Update: August 10th, 2011***
I hope people are happy with the replacement I recommended. I sure am! I just wanted to update the product link for the better replacement: Braun Series 3 Combi 30B Foil and Cutter Replacement Pack (Formerly 4700,7000)

25 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I wish I owned the factory that makes these things..., March 21, 2007

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L. F. Smith (E. Wenatchee, WA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Braun 8000 360 Complete Foil and Cutter Block for Models 8995, 8985 and 8975 (Health and Beauty)

This is a factory replacement part for several models of Braun shavers, so it fits perfectly, and it works just like the original part.

The bad news is the price. You'll hold it in your hand and say, "How could this thing cost $30!?" Well, it just does; if you want the factory part, you have to pay the factory price. There is no after-market replacement.

Do you even need to replace the cutter assembly? Probably so. Obviously, if you dent the original by fumbling your shaver, you'll need a replacement. However, even with perfect care, the original cutter wears out in about 18 months. If you pop the foil cover off of your shaver, you can see why: The blades run back and forth against the foil cover, shearing off the whiskers that have protruded into the tiny holes and slots. Eighteen months of friction does the damage.

So, if you want the Braun shaver-- which, by the way is excellent-- then you just have to buy the parts needed to do the periodic maintenance. Life is like that sometimes...

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Review of 51S foil and cutter for Braun shaver, March 30, 2011

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tman210 - See all my reviews

This review is from: Braun 8000 360 Complete Foil and Cutter Block for Models 8995, 8985 and 8975 (Health and Beauty)

Just my .2 cents. I have a Braun model #8985 Series 5. After a year of satisfactory use, I thought I should replace the foil and cutters. I got the one recommended for my shaver, the 51S. I started to use it, and after just a few shaves, I noticed the shaves were not as smooth, and more irritation to my face, than I was getting with my original shaver I had for the past year. Now just after a few shaves, I noticed my cutter was starting to dull. I stuck with it a few more months, and then I started looking for a better cutting block for it. I came on Amazon and read some reviews, and there were many satisfied users of the 30B kit. . I even called Braun, and told them my situation, and asked if I could change over to the 30B, instead of staying with the 51S. NO WAY said the rep, use only the cartridge recommended by Braun, the 51S. Well, I decided otherwise, and went to "Target", and got the 30B replacement foil and cutter. Boy, what a difference. It fits right in, no problem with the foil or the cutter fitting, I even like the foil better than the 51S, seems to roll over my fact smoother. The shaves seem so much better. Now to be honest, I have not used the razor much yet, but I'll get back to you with my thoughts when I do. On my #8985 there is a light that comes on, and it says "change foil", which came on right then when I changed the foil over to the 30B, it lite up. There is a reset button right there, and if you push it with a pen or pencil point, the light goes out after blinking a few times. Maybe the 30B is the way to go, and the 30B is about $15 cheaper than the 51S. I don't know what Braun is doing, but it is not making me buy a new Braun. If I get upset with their shaver, I'm not going to buy a new Braun, I will switch brands. Hate to say this folks, but every manufacturer out there is trying to rip us off today! Regards, TC