Binding: Health and Beauty Published: 2006-07-11 Availability:
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$142.99
Features:
Gillette Blade Technology - New blade technology cuts hair close in a single stroke without pulling or tugging
Power Comb - Patented technology lifts problem hairs that lie flat to the skin to avoid missed hairs in hard to shave areas
Active Head - Pivoting head with micro oscillations provides comfort and smoother gliding for a close shaver; SmartFoil - Unique foil pattern captures hairs growing from different directions for a closer shave in fewer strokes
3 Stage Cutting System -Twin foils and integrated cutter shave long hairs and stubble progressively closer
The new 360 Complete, model 8985, provides Braun's closest most complete shave ever. 360Complete features Gillette Blade Technology that cuts hairs close in a single stroke without pulling or tugging. Braun's patented Power-Comb lifts problem hairs that lie flat to the skin to avoid missed hairs in hard to shave areas. The unique SmartFoil pattern captures hairs growing in different directions while the 3-Stage Cutting System progressively shaves long hairs and stubble for a closer shave in fewer strokes. The 360Complete's Clean&Renew System automatically cleans, lubricates, dries and charges to keep the shaver feeling like new every day. This rechargeable shaver features an ergonomic shape and non-slip handle for easy maneuvering. Includes charging and replacement parts indicator, 50-minutes of cordless shave time from a 1-hour full charge and a 5-minute quick charge for 1 shave.
Every man's style and stubble is different - the Series 5 is as happy tackling light overnight stubble as it is a weekend's worth of heavy growth by getting rid of those frustrating problem hairs that lie flat to skin.
Pressing the shaver harder, repeatedly going over the same area, risking skin irritation is no longer necessary because the sleekly styled Series 5 helps give you a hassle-free, close, and comfortable shave any day of the week.
The Series 5, model 8985, captures the hairs other shavers leave behind. Series 5 features Gillette Blade Technology that cuts hairs close in a single stroke without pulling or tugging. Braun's patented Power-Comb lifts problem hairs that lie flat to the skin to avoid missed hairs in hard to shave areas. The unique SmartFoil pattern captures hairs growing in different directions while the 3-Stage Cutting System progressively shaves long hairs and stubble for a closer shave in fewer strokes. Series 5 Clean&Renew System automatically cleans, lubricates, dries and charges to keep the shaver feeling like new every day. This rechargeable shaver features an ergonomic shape and non-slip handle for easy maneuvering. Includes charging and replacement parts indicator, 50-minutes of cordless shave time from a 1-hour full charge and a 5-minute quick charge for 1 shave.
Product Details
Feature
Series 5 8985
Shaving System
Foil
Cleaning Method
Clean&Renew™ System
Display
2 LED and Foil LED
Power Source
Cord/Cordless Operation
Cordless Shave Time
50 minutes
Charge Time
1 hour
Quick Charge Time
3 minutes
Voltage
100-240 V
Shaver Key Features and Benefits
Gillette Blade Technology
Unique blade technology cuts hair close in a single stroke without pulling or tugging for exceptional closeness and comfort.
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Power-Comb™
Patented technology lifts problem hairs that lie flat to the skin to avoid missed hairs in hard-to-shave areas.
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Contour-Hugging Head
Shaver head automatically adjusts with every facial contour for maximum closeness and comfort.
SmartFoil
Unique foil pattern captures hairs growing from different directions for a closer shave in fewer stokes.
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Clean & Renew™ System
At the touch of a button, automatically cleans, lubricates, dries and charges the shaver.
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Precision-Comfort Blades
Remove more of each hair in a single stroke without pulling or tugging, for exceptional closeness and comfort with less hard work.
Active Head
Micro-oscillations provide comfort and smooth gliding for a close shave in sensitive areas like the neck.
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Series 5 Model Overview
Series 5 8985
Series 5 8995
Series 5 8975
Power-Comb™
Gillette Blade Technology
SmartFoil
Contour-Hugging Head
Clean & Renew™ System
Active Head
Multiple-Stage Cutting System
Ultra Thin Foil
Quick Charge
3 min
3 min
3 min
Battery Recharge Time
1 hour
1 hour
1 hour
Cordless Operation
50 min
50 min
50 min
Battery Cells
Nickel-Hydride
Nickel-Hydride
Nickel-Hydride
Voltage Type
100-240 V
100-240 V
100-240 V
Smart Plug
Visual Indicators
2 LED and Foil LED
LCD
2 LED and Foil LED
Color
Black/Silver
Silver/Silver
Black/Silver
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Best electric razor I've used but still not as close as a razor blade:
I love this razor but, just as with a half dozen others I've tried, it does not shave as close as my Sensor blades with my "old fashioned" razor. However, this one doesn't leave stray, flattened hairs untouched as with my most recent Remington Platinum. The cleaner is a bit bulky but if you pop the razor foil (but still attached) and run it for 5 seconds most shavings fall out, it cleans on "economy" status which is shorter. It is left perfectly sanitized. It has two settings for a fixed shaving position or... more info
8985 vs 7500 series:
I've been a Braun user for over a decade using the 7500 Syncro shaver. The 8985 is more quiet and shaves about the same, however, it seems to be more consistent across the whole face. The indication lights for low cleaning solution and which cleaning process is chosen (eco-normal-intensive) is more informative. It has the same difficulty with the lower neck area. Overall it's better and keeps me a loyal Braun customer, but not dramatically.
Pretty good elect. razor.:
Razor works fairly well. Its nice having the self cleaning option but it does not shave as close as a blade (of course what elect will.) Battery lasts a long time and it is quieter than the older versions.
Nice:
This shaver looks great and cleans itself well, but it doesn't give a super close shave. I'm aware that electric shavers normally don't give a very close shave, but all the reviews and ads made this one out to be the messiah of all shavers so I expected more.
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