Many men prefer a rotary style men’s electric shaver over a foil style one, but it can be difficult finding an affordable rotary style shaver. Philips has one model, the Philips Norelco Shaver 6800 Model 1190X/46, that is available around $100. It’s cordless and rechargeable, and can be used wet or dry.
The rotary blades have DualPrecision shaving heads that will trim off the shortest stubble or long three day old growth. The rotary heads have been built with a SkinGlide surface that allows the shaver to easily glide over the surface of the skin for a closer and safer shave. Inside each of the heads are dozens of tiny slots which help to shave off the longer hairs. There are also holes which are used to shave off stubble.
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Philips Norelco Shaver 6800 | Braun Series 7-790cc | Braun Series 9 9095cc | |
Score | 4.1 | 4.6 | 4.4 |
Battery | 50m | 50m | 50m |
Display | LED | LED | |
Blade Type | Rotary | Foil | Foil |
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Inside the rotary trimmers are super lift and cut action blades. These blades actually lift up hair, even ones that are facing in the opposite direction, or laying flat against the skin. They will trim the hair just below the surface of the skin. This provides for the closest shave possible. But your shave will still be comfortable too.
The protective case on this shaver is waterproof due to its Aquatec seal technology, so shaving can be done wet or dry, and with shaving creams, foams, gels, and soaps. You can bring your shaver with you anywhere for an immediate shave. If you choose to use your shaver wet, it will give you extra skin protection and enable you to trim the hairs right down to the surface of the skin. While there is no separate cleaning and charging station, it can be easily rinsed under a tap after use to get out the fine hairs and any soap or shaving products.
The shaver contains a rechargeable lithium ion battery. It takes one hour to fully charge up your shaver, which gives you about fifty to sixty minutes of cordless shaving time.
If you’ve forgotten to charge up your Philips Norelco Shaver 6800 men’s shaver the night before, and there is no battery charge left, you can use the three minute quick charge which will give you enough power to complete your morning shave.
There is a separate five length trimmer attachment that can be used to trim beard, sideburns, or moustache to your preferred length. This is skin-friendly, protecting your skin while trimming hair.
It’s recommended that the RQ11 replacement heads are changed once every twelve months to keep your Philips 6800 men’s shaver in optimum running order. It should last for years to come, and replaceable heads keep shavers from being dumped in the landfills as you only have to replace the top rotary part.
The Philips Norelco Shaver 6800 shaver men’s shaver is a great rotary style shaver for men who are on a budget but who want the flexibility and close shaving of a rotary style head.