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Business Stationary Mart - Philips Norelco arcitec 1050 Men's Shaver
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List Price: $179.99
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Manufacturer: Philips Norelco
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Binding: Health and Beauty
Brand: Philips Norelco
Color: Black/Gray
EAN: 0075020000958
Feature: Flex & Pivot Action: Three independently flexing rotary heads with a 360 degree range of motion to shave perfectly close, even on the neck
Label: Philips Norelco
Manufacturer: Philips Norelco
Model: 1050/1050X
Publisher: Philips Norelco
Release Date: 2007-07-08
Studio: Philips Norelco
Variation Description: Black/Gray
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Features
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Flex & Pivot Action: Three independently flexing rotary heads with a 360 degree range of motion to shave perfectly close, even on the neck
Triple Track shaving heads offer 50% more shaving surface for a faster and closer shave
Dual stainless steel blade system gently lifts hair to cut it comfortably below skin level, for an ultra close shave
Battery low indicator and full charge indicator
Rinses clean in seconds
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Spotlight customer reviews:
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Customer Rating:
Summary: Perfect Shave!
Comment: The manufacturer recommends waiting 21 days before deciding on whether or not to keep the product but I decided after the first use that this was the razor for me. I think they just say that for people who are not used to electric razors but I have been using one for years so it wasn't a problem. My old electric razor was a Remington titanium R 9710 and I decided that it was time for an upgrade. I never had good luck with my Remington because it would cut my skin when I would try to get it a little closer and it ripped at my hair rather than giving it a nice clean cut. I know it wasn't a problem with the blades being old and dull because it did that when I first got it. This Norelco Arcitec, however, allowed me to push the razor hard against my skin without any irritation. It cut the hair rather than ripping it out, and it doesn't feel like a chore to shave my face anymore.
My old Remington has a trimmer that pops up when you slide the switch with your thumb, but it doesn't cut any hair and it seems useless. The Arcitec has a tube trimmer that slides in and out of the razor with a switch. Although it is a little small, it actually cuts hair! People have complained about this trimmer being too hard to use because the shaving heads get in the way and cuts their hair. The shaving heads come off and it makes it quite easy to use.
Like I said before, the razor does not rip my hair out and it leaves a nice shave with very minimal, if any, razor burn. The blades are not float type blades, but the individual blades "rock" up and down to follow the contour of your face. The blade mechanism also pivots to provide a closer shave all over. This razor is especially comfortable on my neck and it doesn't leave any skin irritation, unlike my old razor. I could never get close enough to cut the hair on my neck without cutting my skin, and this razor causes me no problems.
When it comes to cleaning this unit, the three heads open up and all you have to do is run water over it to remove the hair. I thought this was great that I didn't have to disassemble the head unit to clean it. I'm used to opening up the top part of the razor, turning a screw type lock, taking out the blade holder, and then unscrewing the blade covers to clean it. Then, after it was clean, I had to reverse the process to put it back together. Even though it really didn't take that much time out of my day, it was irritating to go through that process just to clean it. It did use a larger head unit so it collected the hair, but that just meant that I had to spend more time cleaning the unit. With the Arcitec, I simply open up each head, run it under running water, and then close it back up. I usually don't close mine up until it's dry, but it won't hurt it if you decide to close it right after cleaning it. It doesn't have a hair collection chamber so it is recommended that you clean it after each use, but it really only takes seconds to do this so I don't see how people would complain about this feature.
The only problem I see with this is that there is no way to plug the razor into the wall if it does happen to die when you are shaving. It does have a three minute charge for one shave so it doesn't take long, but some people just prefer that option to plug it in while they are shaving. It comes with a charging stand that works really well. You simply place the bottom of the razor in the stand and set it in place; there is no force required to place it in. It also comes with a travel case that has the ability to charge the razor, and it seems like it can protect your razor through just about anything. If you are traveling with this razor, it does take up more space than most. There is no space for the cord in the travel case, and it is bigger than most plugs because there is a transformer in it.
I have not tried any Braun razors so I don't know how Norelco compares, but I know that this one is definitely worth a try. I was a little hesitant to spend around $150 for an electric razor, but I have come to realize that you do get what you pay for (in most cases). If you are the type of person that wants something like this but you aren't sure if you want to spend that much, just try it out and see what you think. You might be amazed at how comfortable this razor makes your face feel. If you don't like it after the recommended 21 days, simply return it and get something else.
Customer Rating:
Summary: Norelco Arcitec 1050 Shaver
Comment: The razor itself shaves very close and leaves a comfortable feeling on the face. The included travel case protects the shaver very well. Just now using the charging stand for use when I (Lane) am at home and not on the road. Only two minor complaints: 1) The trimmer is not very user friendly compared to other Norelco shaver trimmers. You can't see where it is going to be trimming when using it. It's almost like they made it as an after-thought. 2) Charging electronics are not built into razor or charging stand/travel case. Must use charging power supply that you have to carry with you. I prefer the old, traditional coiled 2-wire cord system like my previous shavers had! Overall, though, it is a dynamite shaver and works as advertised!!!!!!!
Customer Rating:
Summary: A Sorry Excuse for a Norelco
Comment:
It's one of the coolest electric razors I've seen. I bought the 1050CC. I couldn't wait to get this one. I love Norelco's products. I bought this shaver and tried it for a couple of weeks and found it delivers a really harsh uncomfortable shave with lots of razor burn which I never got from my other Norelco. I think one reason for the harsh shave is that it doesn't have the floating heads anymore that easily give to the contours of your face, this seems to plow into curves instead and you also don't get the range of pivoting that the previous models have (I noticed this didn't surround my Adams Apple like my 9170XL does it sits flat on it). It gives a decent shave but not a great shave like I was hoping and you have to go over areas many times. I think who ever designed this razor just went for how sleek and cool they could make it look and the function came second. You can get as good of shave with a 9170XL SpeedXL which has the same cutting head technology and gain the comfort and save $120. It just won't look as cool on your counter. Sorry Norelco but when I spend $200 dollars I just don't want something that looks good I want it improved too. I talked to the Corp. office, in regard to this. Their Demanor was
"it is the finest razor we have ever made". VERY UNTRUE.
I have used Norelco for many years, ( I am 71) This is the WORST razor I have ever owned. Bar None
Customer Rating:
Summary: just OK
Comment: I have used electric shavers for many years. It seemed that the design of this product should yield a better shave than traditional designs but it did not
Customer Rating:
Summary: Do NOT buy this razor!
Comment: I've owned several Norelco razors over the years, and up till now they've all been pretty good. This time I figured I'd go all out and get the expensive model. The results were poor, it seemed to take forever to shave, and it missed a lot of hairs. But I stuck with it rather than returning it. I thought "hey, it costs so much, it must be good, maybe I just need to get used to it." Duh.
Now I'm stuck with a worthless razor that is not capable of cutting all of the hairs, let along cutting them close. I have to use the beard trimmer to get the ones that the cutting heads missed, generally on my neck. What a piece of garbage! My last Philips/Norelco product ever.
The people that claim it cuts "as close as a blade" must have peachfuzz on their face. A grown man with a tough beard will find that this functions better as a paperweight than as a razor. Zero stars.
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Editorial Reviews:
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Offering a 360 degree swiveling shaving head and a state-of-the art sleek design, arcitec is the most advanced Philips Norelco shaver yet. Compared to other Philips Norelco shavers, arcitec offers new flex & pivot technology, a more aerodynamic design, and an advanced tube trimmer.
The unique flex & pivot technology delivers an exceptionally close shave. Three individually flexing shaving heads are connected by a ball joint system making them swivel, rotate, and pivot with a full range of motion. The maneuverability allows arcitec to adjust to the contours of your face ensuring optimum skin contact and a closer shave -- even on the neck. The new arcitec Shaver is designed to push the boundaries of shaving and to conquer those hard to shave areas.
The arcitec 1050 comes encased in a premium black lacquered shell. Drawing inspiration from high fashion, the razor is loaded with black chrome and metal accents. A true state-of-the-art look.
Cutting edge innovation doesn't stop with the shaver. Now you can recharge your shaver while you store it, with the Power Pod travel case that plugs into the wall and protects your investment. While at home, you can recharge your shaver in its sleek stand and show off this modern addition to your bathroom shelf.
For those sideburns, goatees and moustaches, the new patented precision tube trimmer cuts hairs closer to the skin. This improved performance is due to the tube cutting system moving back and forth capturing every hair. All of these improvements and new introductions make it possible for you to conquer your neck to look and feel your best! Chart your course with the new Philips Norelco arcitec and be confident you're getting a perfectly close shave -- even on the neck.
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