Customer Reviews

Panasonic ES8003W Men's Wet/Dry Rechargeable Linear Shaver

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3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(5)
1 star:		(4)

 

 

I've used exclusively electric razors for 25 years,
Norelco,Remington, and then Braun. The Braun foil
type seemed to give me the closest shave, but
was hard to keep clean and wasn't all that close.

It is truly amazing what a step up it is using this Panasonic.
I've never had a shave this close --stays smooth all day -- easy to keep sparkling clean, AND so much more comfortable used wet with shaving foam. The closeness
is a revolution -- I'm a new man, and I've only been using
this shaver for a week. But I'm now a lifetime convert, never going back!
This is the first time I've written a review for amazon--I haven't found such an easy improvement in my day to day
life in years, so couldn't resist saying so.

I tried the Norelco Quadra and my shaves weren't close enough. Then I tried the Braun Synchro system and you had to shave without cleaning your face and no pre shave or 30 minutes after a shower. I was butchered. Clean razor bad shave. Then I found the Panasonic Linear 8003 and the blade has found its match. The shave is close, I can use a pre shave and it easily washes with soap and water. It will take about two weeks to get the shaving technique down pat, but it is worth the time and effort.This is a ten star razor. You can use a pre shave or shaving creme or shave in the shower. I find the pre-shave the most convenient-williams ultra is a new product and it is really good. Works well with this razor.

I need to start by saying that I've been a electric razor hater my entire life. Over the years I've been given a Braun, a Norelco (you know, Santa skiing down the hill) and a Remington. They are all sitting in my bathroom cupboard collecting dust.

I grew to love the Mach 3. It reduced cuts and gave me a close shave. I was amazed because I have a tough beard and a terrible shaving technique. My biggest problem was ingrown hairs and razor bumps (man, they hurt!)

I saw the reviews of the Panasonic ES8003W and thought "why not give it a try?" Well, I'm sold on electric shaving now! Here's why:

1) A close shave - probably still not as close as a blade but pretty darn close.
2) Easy touchups - I'm getting ready to go out and don't feel like washing, lathering, shaving and styptic penciling.
3) Easy to clean - just run it under hot water.
4) No ingrown hairs! - haven't had one since starting to use the Panasonic.
5) I like the noise it makes - you can tell by the sound when you're done with an area...sounds silly but it's true!

Here are my suggestions for getting the best shave with the Panasonic:
1) Wash your face first with a good face soap (I use Neutrogena "Oil-Free Acne Wash") and hot water. I still haven't been able to master shaving in the shower - I feel it wastes water and I'm always afraid I'll shave off my moustache.
2) Use Neutrogena Men "Skin Clearing Shave Cream". I've tried several (the instruction booklet suggests foam but I didn't like it as much) and found that it works the best for me.
3) Give it 30 days. It takes that long for your beard and skin to adjust to the new method.
4) Be prepared for some pain. While your skin adjusts, try using Neutrogena Men "Razor Defense Face Lotion" after shaving.

All the Neutrogena products I've mentioned are available at Drugstore.com (no, I don't work for Neutrogena nor Drugstore.com and I haven't done Investment Banking for either of them...I do own Drugstore.com stock in my IRA - you know, full-disclosure!)

My throat and chin hurt for a week after the first shave with the Linear. ..., I resolved to stick to the manufacturer's suggestion and use it for 30 days... I wasn't going to let a little razor burn scare me away. I'm now at three weeks and very happy I got through the initial experience. The result I get by lathering up with hand soap and then shaving with the Linear is incredible... just as close if not closer than what I was getting with the Mach 3. There were a couple of surprises, though. I thought it would be quicker and gentler than a razor. As it turns out, it takes me about the same time to shave with this aggressive shaver that leaves your skin begging for a delightful (slightly painful) splash of aftershave. For those of you who don't think you can get as close a shave with an electric, the Linear deserves a shot at proving you wrong.

This is as close you can get to a real razor. The high RPM really makes a difference. I was really surprised that wet shaving is closer then dry (you would expect that wet softer hairs are not cut as good as dry stiff hairs) but what's really amazing is using a shaving cream; it is just as good as a razor.
I found the price reasonable ... but can't testify about battery life since I just bought it two weeks ago.
The only con is shaving the neck area (since its concave shape and loose skin I could never get 100% with any shaver I ever used) but if you are very meticulous and patient, you'll be fine.
I am very satisfied with this product and highly recommend it.

Two events occured which finally convinced me to try an electric shaver. I nicked my face once again. And my wife told me she is tired of buying band-aids!
So, after much research - I bought the Panasonic ES8003W. I had tried electric shavers (Norelco and Braun) in the past - but never did I get a shave as close as a blade..
WOW! I cannot believe it! The panasonic is just as good if not better than the blades I was using! I get a close shave with no fuss, no muss. And even my neck hairs come off readily!
I wish I had not waited so long to switch. And I wish my wife would stop saying I TOLD YOU SO!

My first electric shaver was the Braun Syncro 7570. good shave, easy to clean, I was very happy with it because it was my first electric shaver and it was actually fun to shave now. After 8 months of shaving with an electric shaver i wanted a closer shave and though of going back to blades but i did not want to, so I started to check if I can find a better electric shaver out there that will give me a closer shave... and I found it! Panasonic's ES8003W is incredible. the motor seems to be twice as fast as my braun shaver. The ES8003W shaves are as close as when I used to shave with blades. Cleaning the shaver is super simple and unlike my braun, i wont have to spend extra money on cleaning solution. It also features the international voltage conversion which is very good for me since I am planing a trip to spain next month! This shaver deserves 10 stars!

After using the Norelco Quadra 7864XL (same as 7865 but the blue version sold at [local store]) I thought that I wouldn't be able to find an electric shaver comparable to a razor. The 7864XL left short stubble on my face and neck regardless of the number of passes. The Norelco rather than cutting hairs under the skin level seemed to give a close trim which meant that the shave lasted only half the day. I was sick of shaving twice a day.

After seeing the reviews online on the ES8003W, I decided to purchase it...I was amazed with the results from the first shave. Following Panasonic's recommendations, I used a thin layer of Gillete Shaving Foam and got a shave that was closer at the end of the day than Norelco's at the beggining, and with only minimal irritation (the irritation went away after a few days). I also found that after using a skin cleanser on my face, the shave became even closer. Now, I'm able to get a shave that lasts the entire day (and leaves your face feeling like a baby's but) and leaves little or no stubble even at the end of the day. I couldn't be happier with this product. It feels well built, and is extremely easy to clean (simply clean with water and soap). A light sensor also guarantees that the blades move at 13,000 RPM even when the battery is low. The NiMH batteries used by the Panasonic can also be recharged at any time, and can not be overcharged. Unfortunately, Norelco's Quadra line uses a NiCD battery with no overcharge protection, which also must be drained of battery life before it can be recharged.

I've used a wet/dry shaver for about 20 years. This is the best yet for a close shave. I pre-shave with a conventional triple blade razor with cream (gets rid of the overgrowth) and use Skintimate shaving gel (lots better than regular foams and gels) for an incredibly close shave. Only complaint is that Panasonic didn't use a rubberized grip as the plastic gets slippery when wet. Solved with two wide rubber bands (a minor nuisance.) Charger and usage monitor is ...-proof. Cleaning is a snap. Best wet shaver on the market.

Well I have been thinking about getting an Electric Shaver for some time now. I have always used a blade, but the last year or so I have been thinking about getting an electric shaver. When this came up in my Gold Box I thought that was perfect! So I picked this up and I am VERY happy with it. It is not quite as close as my blade (although I have only had it for 10 days or so and they say it improves as your skin gets used to it and you get used to using it. Using this in the morning has made my morning go by much easier, and the charges last forever (I charged it the night I got it and I havent had to recharge it since, still at 60% battery life). Overall I am quite pleased with my purchase, the shave is great, it is much easier and this product is definitly worth it.

I highly recommend it!