Is it easy to use in the shower? Does it clean up well with not rust, damage, etc. It's a great shaver, but I have only used it dry.
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I haven't used it in the shower but all else seems find. After I got the Batt. placement ok.It's much better that my older model I ve had for years. Al R
1740784
Only use the shaver in the car. Mostly touch-up but it will do a decent job if you want to stay dry.
1740785
Yes. The packaging only lists it as being washable, but the manual says it can be used wet in the shower. I have personally used it countless times in the shower without any problems. Just make sure it is perfectly dry when you change the batteries, or you will get water inside of it.
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It cleans up very easy with water and it appears to be well sealed. I have not used it in the shower, that's not how I use this razor. It's a cheap, quick clean up shave when I'm too lazy or rushed for time to use a real blade. It's ten bucks - as long as it runs, it's a great deal.
147525
Hi.. I've only seen him use it dry, but since the parts are waterproof you probably can use it either way. It's a very nice shaver/trimmer.
2104410
You don't HAVE to use shaving cream, it just CAN be used with it. I have this (got it from the same Gold Box deal - spontaneous buy) and LOVE it. Best shave I've ever gotten, electric or blade. I use it in the shower, but have used it dry. I happen to think it gives a better shave when wet, but that's been my experience in general - I always shave wet. I'm going to give it a try with shaving cream now that I've had a few months without, curious to see if it actually makes a difference or not.
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Aloha Thomas. To begin with, I did so every day but now do it once a week! I give it a good rinse and brush under the hot water tap after each use and leave it exposed to the air to dry. There is a dry function on the unit. As you have noticed, apart from the fact the clean and dry/recharge function takes a long time, it is like a jet plane taking off! However, I have to say that I love this shaver. It really is the best ever.
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I have used it several times in the shower. The shave was great. I like the shaver.
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The term "wet" in this case means that the shaver can be used with shaving creme or even in the shower. The electrical parts are effectively sealed so that they will not be damaged if it gets wet. Personally, I have never used this in the shower. I have occasionally used it right after showering when my face is still wet, but I honestly don't find it to makes much of a difference from a "dry" shave. If anything, I think wet whiskers tend to easily clog the cutters. That's why I generally use it dry.
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I have not used my razor in the shower, but I can tell you that of all the electric razors I have used in the past this razor is virtually irritation free, and I am picky about that. Beyond that, it is the nearest thing to a blade razor shave that I have ever experienced. For the money, I don't think it can be beat.
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I switched to this FROM the Braun. The self-cleaning system seemed nice but it's kind of like having a subscription to your own razor, as you have to keep buying the cleaning solution. This one being a wet/dry razor, allowing me to rinse it off in the sink, makes cleaning it easy enough that I don't miss the self-cleaning Braun I had. The shave itself is very similar in closeness, though I find this Panasonic deals better with longer hairs (e.g., weekend without shaving).
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I only clean the shaver every 10 to 15 shaves. I just take off the foil after each use and tap it in the sink and run the shaver without the foil for a couple seconds, sometimes I brush off the blades, and it's plenty clean. I also take out the cartridge and recap it so the fluid doesn't evaporate, and re-install it when I want to clean. This way it lasts many months or longer.
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I use it in the shower and just wet my face first. But, unfortunately, mine did not last long. I thought maybe it was because it got wet in the shower, but other people have said they keep theirs in the shower. Mine quit working just after the warranty was up. Isn't that always the case??? Now I just use the brush to scrub without the machine.
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Yes, it works great in the shower. The razor gives a clean close shave wet or dry. You just want to remember to clean it when you use shaving cream or gel or the heads will get locked up. I hope this helps!
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It is my understanding that the blades can be rinsed with water - they are supposed to be coated with Titanium. The entire trimmer though is NOT waterproof so you cannot use it in the shower. The instructions with mine indicate that the beard needs to be dry. Hope this helps...
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Yes you can shave in the shower and rinse it, the shaver is a sealed unit and is completely waterproof. Wonderful shaver, cleaning it is AWESOME, just drop a small amount of liquid soap in the head (on the foil) with some water and turn it on until it foams, then remove the foil (by pushing the to buttons on the side of the head) and rinse, takes a person less than a minute. Hope this helps Sheldon
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I have also had a Panasonic wet/dry shaver very similar to this for about 15yrs (use it once a wk on face and twice a month on head) and I'm finally looking to replace it with another Panasonic for sure. (Posted this in support of the quality/longevity)
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The shaver will actually tell you when you need to clean it. i always clean it when it goes from 100% power to 40% power. That way, it seems to give me the best shave
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I was using a shaving soap with this razor and I believe the soap "gummed" up the inside rod until it seized up on me. I had been soaking it in vinegar and scrubbing it with a toothbrush for about a month to clean it up. I just ordered a merker (sp?) last night hoping it will be more durable. I went off of the Amazon ratings of like 4,000 to make the decision and because the dimensions were the same as the microtouch. I have 500 razor blades I purchased to use with the microtouch that I now can't use. Hopefully, the razor blades will still work with the merker. Hope that helps. I'm not sure if it's rust as much as the soap type you use that causes the problem. I was using a shaving soap with this razor and I believe the soap "gummed" up the inside rod until it seized up on me. I had been soaking it in vinegar and scrubbing it with a toothbrush for about a month to clean it up. I just ordered a merker (sp?) last night hoping it will be more durable. I went off of the Amazon ratings of like 4,000 to make the decision and because the dimensions were the same as the microtouch. I have 500 razor blades I purchased to use with the microtouch that I now can't use. Hopefully, the razor blades will still work with the merker. Hope that helps.... » Read More I was using a shaving soap with this razor and I believe the soap "gummed" up the inside rod until it seized up on me. I had been soaking it in vinegar and scrubbing it with a toothbrush for about a month to clean it up. I just ordered a merker (sp?) last night hoping it will be more durable. I went off of the Amazon ratings of like 4,000 to make the decision and because the dimensions were the same as the microtouch. I have 500 razor blades I purchased to use with the microtouch that I now can't use. Hopefully, the razor blades will still work with the merker. Hope that helps. I'm not sure if it's rust as much as the soap type you use that causes the problem. « Show Less
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Hi there Pramewatee: it is classed as "washable" although I always only used it as a dry shaver. I don't think it is fully wettable. However, I much prefer the washable and fully wet-dry Panasonic ES-LA93. It is really the best shaver I have ever owned. I gave away my 3 Brauns to nephews. They like them; I don't! Am a total fan of Panasonic now.