Norelco 8175XL Rechargeable Razor 8175 XL

by Norelco

Product Features

• Includes 6-Pocket Toiletry Bag
• Automatic Worldwide Voltage
• Superior Lift and Cut® dual blade system gently lifts hair to cut comfortably below the skin level
• Patented Reflex Action® automatically adjusts to every curve on your face for flexible smoother shaving
• Precision Cutting System: Ultra thin heads with slots to shave long hairs and holes to shave the shortest stubble

Product Description

Norelco's Speed-XL Electric Shaving System with new technology features 3 sets of triple track blades, which covers 50% more shaving surface. Because SpeedXL covers more surface at one time it creates a faster shave, in addition, more blades create a smoother shave and more holes create a closer shave! SpeedXL Electric Shaving System also features a Patented Reflex Action® that automatically adjusts to every curve on your face for flexible smoother shaving. Individually floating heads for exceptional closeness, and a Precision Cutting system with ultra thin heads to shave long hairs and holes to shave even the shortest stubble. When you are finished with your shave, simply rinse heads under the faucet for quick and easy clean-up! Added Value: * 6-pocket, black toiletry bag Features: * Superior Lift and Cut® dual blade system gently lifts hair to cut comfortably below the skin level * Patented Reflex Action® automatically adjusts to every curve on your face for flexible smoother shaving * Precision Cutting System: Ultra thin heads with slots to shave long hairs and holes to shave the shortest stubble * Individually floating heads align the razor sharp blades closer to your skin for exceptional closeness * Stainless steel blades * Easy Read 7 LED Multi-Purpose display: Battery level, battery low warning, cleaning indicator, shaving head replacement indicator * Simply rinses clean, quick and easy * Spring-release full-width trimmer is perfect for grooming sideburns and moustache * Rechargeable cordless/corded: Use anywhere * 1-hour full charge for up to 55 minutes shave time or 17 days cordless shave time * 3-minute quick charge for 1 cordless shave * Automatic charging stand * Hair collection chamber, electronic On/Off switch * Pearl silver lacquering * Soft/hard travel pouch * Protective razor head cap, coil cord and cleaning brush * Lithium Ion battery * Automatic worldwide voltage

Product Details

• Item Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds
• ASIN: B000W22K9U
• UPC: 075020000477
• Item model number: 8175XL
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #242,746 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Unpleasant shaving experience, February 16, 2008

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C. Harry (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Norelco 8175XL Rechargeable Razor 8175 XL (Health and Beauty)

I got this razor after my old Braun electric razor finally died. It seemed like a good deal: the price was right, it came with useful accessories, and Norelco razors got pretty good reviews. Also, I liked that you could wash it under the sink, rather than having to use the cleaning fluid systems that the newer Braun razors use.

Unfortunately, the overall shaving experience has been a big disappointment and I am returning it. There have been a few problems: first, it just doesn't give me a good shave. It takes me forever to shave with this razor, and there are always areas that I just can't seem to shave close. Usually I just give up after a while without getting the shave I want. My face feels very rough again within about 12 hours. Also, it's very ineffective with longer hairs. With my old Braun I could use the trimmer to trim them down, and then the foil to shave them close. But the Norelco's trimmer is weak and difficult to use, both on random long hairs and on my sideburns.

But more than these other problems, the biggest issue is that the razor just plain hurts. It feels like it's pulling hairs, especially when I haven't shaved in 2-3 days and then try to shave again (which is frequently the case for me). I've gotten so that I almost dread shaving. On the occasions when I do shave a couple days in a row the razor works okay and doesn't seem to pull hairs as much.

They say that you're supposed to give your face 3 weeks to get used to a new shaver. It's been 1.5 months for me now, and the experience is still bad. I'm taking this razor back and going back to wet shaving; it's better for your face, and if you use a single-blade safety razor, it's cheaper and better for the environment too. As for the Norelco, maybe I got a bad razor or something. In any case I wouldn't recommend it. If you want an electric razor, consider a Braun. Mine lasted almost 20 years and was great.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars New Features -- Not Better, January 30, 2008

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L. Tiedemann - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Norelco 8175XL Rechargeable Razor 8175 XL (Health and Beauty)

This is my fourth Norelco electric razor. Past models have always been superb.

I just bought the 8175XL. When I compare it to my previous Norelco razors, I have several complaints.

Design Problems

-- The frame that holds the shaving heads is now on a hinge and spring-loaded. This makes it easy to open when I clean the collection area and the heads under the faucet (as recommended). Unfortunately, this also makes shaving difficult because accidentally hitting the "open" button (just above your thumb) pops open the entire shave-head mechanism, leading to cut whiskers falling all over the sink. This happens about once a week.

-- Moving your thumb down and away from the "open" button while shaving can lead to pressing the on/off button. The older models had an on/off switch that slid into the "on" or "off" position, which meant that your thumb never shutoff the device while shaving.

-- The orange "time to clean" light comes on after each use. This "time to clean" light is useless. Why not just specify in the instructions that the device needs to be cleaned after each use?

Minor Problems

-- This electric razor is very light compared to previous Norelco electric razors. You have to press it against your face with more force.

-- I travel to Europe every year. In the past I have used a standard (cheap) power cord to plug the device into any outlet. Now, the "universal voltage" electronics are no longer built in. You must buy a special cord FROM NORELCO if you want to plug it into foreign outlets.

All in all, I consider this electric razor to be a step down from the Norelco electic razors that I have used in the past. Maybe I'll get used to this one . . . we'll see.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for traveling - long battery life, June 30, 2008

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Joseph Chiu (Los Angeles) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Norelco 8175XL Rechargeable Razor 8175 XL (Health and Beauty)

I have owned this shaver for over 6 months now, and I use it almost every day. It is fairly easy to use, and gives a very decent shave (although not as good as an actual razor). So far, this shaver has lasted much better than other shavers I have owned in the past (admittedly less expensive ones).

Unlike one of the reviewers, I think the light-weight of the shaver and the flip-top (for cleaning) are both positive aspects of the shaver.

And, because the shaver can hold up to 30 days of charge, it's possible to fully charge the shaver before a long trip and not worry about recharging it. I have taken it on a 3-week trip through the UK and Italy, and have used it most days, and it worked throughout the trip. Unless you are planning on taking a really long trip, I think it's best to just leave the charger and docking cradle at home.