Friday, 25 April 2014

Panasonic Shaver

                                          

FEATURES
  • Sharp nanotech blades with an arced foil provide a close, touchable shave
  • Adjustable pivoting head follows facial contours for a precision shaving experience
  • 13,000 RPM motor provides a constant stream of power for a consistent shave
  • Wet or dry shave design for use in or out of the shower
  • Pop-up trimmer for detail grooming to keep you looking your best
  • Turbo cleaning mode accelerates shaver to 17,000 RPM to shake of residue that might stick to your blade

Product Details

Size: 1-ct
  • Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 4 x 5 inches ; 1.2 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
  • Origin: China
  • ASIN: B001DNE3KQ
  • UPC: 071020570989 088020659316 100177329802 521227483686 132017974262 999992325690 037988566426 777780290227 956263211137 172302765939 071021026089 001910624676 163121121532 163120849758 961613156525 666669974214 777782349602 999993803029 085035444135 072091550368 777782583921 086009215881 963041218431 777786234607 172302655643
  • Item model number: ES8103S

Product Description

Size: 1-ct

Panasonic ES8103S Pro-Curve Wet/Dry Rechargeable Linear Pivot-Action Shaving System, Silver

3-Blade(ARC3)
Panasonic's fully loaded men's wet/dry washable electric shavers are packed with smart, innovative features that deliver a remarkably close and comfortable shave. The ES8103S electric razor is a three-blade shaving system, for maximum coverage and closeness, even on the most difficult parts of your beard. Panasonic men's shavers feature 30-degree-angle blades, to cut hair at its base for close, accurate precision. The flexible pivoting head allows the shaver to float effortlessly along the contours of your face for a fast shave, especially around your sideburns and the area under your chin. The fast, linear motor eliminates tugging and pulling that can occur with slower shavers, while maintaining peak power right up until the end of the charge. The ES8103S men's three-blade electric shaving system with Nanotech blades comes equipped with a travel pouch, hypoallergenic blades and foils for sensitive skin, a pop-up trimmer, and wet/dry cordless operation. Optional accessories include: foil (WES9087PC), blade (WES9068PC), and combo set (WES9013PC). The shaving system weighs 7.1 ounces and measures 1.7 by 2.4 by 6 inches (LxWxH).
Panasonic's advance shaver technology improves your daily shaving routine.
Face-Hugging Multi-Flex Pivoting Head
Flexible Pivoting Head
The head pivots back and forth, following the contours of your face for an effortless and quick shave. Head pivot range: approximately 25 degrees back and forth; approximately 20 degrees left and right.
30-Degree Stainless Nanotech Blades
30-Degree Stainless Nanotech Blades
Nano polished 30-degree-angle stainless hypoallergenic blades cut hair at its base for ultimate precision.
Fast, Linear Motor Drive
Fast, Linear Motor Drive
A rapid-fire 13,000 cycles per minute linear motor drive delivers a faster, closer shave. The fast, linear motor ensures a quick cut, eliminating pulling, tugging and irritation.
Multi-Fit Arc Blades
Multi-Fit Arc Blades
Three independently floating blades follow the contours of your face, chin and neck for a close and smooth shave.
Fast, Linear Motor Drive
Slit Foil
Slit structure easily catches long beards. The long beards that are difficult for other blades to catch are cut to the ideal shortness for shaving.
Automatic Cleaning and Charging System
100% Washable
Remove foil and switch on turbo mode to rinse clean and renew blades under running water. Sonic vibration cleaning mode produces sonic waves to give extra cleaning power. Shaver allows for wet/dry cordless operation.
Wet/Dry Shaving
Wet/Dry Shaving
Enjoy the convenience of a quick shave using the dry operation or use wet, with foam or gel, for a smooth shave. Three stainless-steel hypoallergenic blades and foils provide comfort and less irritation for sensitive skin types.
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Number of Blades
3 blades
3 blades
3 blades
3 blades
4 blades
4 blades
4 blades
4 blades
5 blades
5 blades
Wet/Dry Shaving
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Hypoallergenic Stainless-Steel Foil and Blades
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Floating Heads
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Rechargeable
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Trimmer
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Washable Sonic Vibration Cleaning
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Flexible Pivoting Head
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Slit Foil
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Automatic Universal Dual Voltage
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Travel Pouch
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Display
LCD
LCD
LCD
LED
LCD
LCD
LCD
LCD
LCD
LCD
30-Degree Stainless Nanotech Blades
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Arc Foil
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Linear Motor (RPM)
Y
13,000
Y
13,000
Y
13,000
Y
13,000
Y
13,000
Y
13,000
Y
14,000
Y
14,000
Y
14,000
Y
14,000
Finishing Foil
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Travel Lock
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Multi-Flex Pivoting Head
Y
Y
Y
Y
Ultra-Thin Vibrating Outer Foil
Y
Y
Lift-Tech Foil
Y
Y
Automatic Cleaning and Charging System
Y
Y
Y
Y
Y
Battery
Li-ion
Li-ion
Li-ion
Li-ion
Li-ion
Li-ion
Li-ion
Li-ion
Li-ion
Li-ion
Replacement Outer Foil
WES9087PC
WES9087PC
WES9187PC
WES9187PC
WES9161CL
WES9161CL
WES9025PC
WES9025PC
WES9171PC
WES9171PC
Replacement Inner Blade
WES9068PC
WES9068PC
WES9068PC
WES9068PC
WES9068PC
WES9068PC
WES9068PC
WES9068PC
WES9170PC
WES9170PC
Replacement Foil & Blade
WES9013PC
WES9013PC
WES9027PC
WES9027PC
WES9020PC
WES9020PC
WES9165PC
WES9165PC
WES9030PC
WES9030PC
Cleaning Cartridges
WES035P
WES035P
WES035P
WES035P
WES035P
TrimmerFor beard, goatee, mustache and/or sideburns.
LCD DisplayLCD battery status and charge indicator to keep your electric razor ready for the next shave.
Travel LockSwitch-lock button.
Travel Pouch/CaseIt comes with a convenient travel pouch ideal for use when away from home.
Stainless-Steel Foil and BladesThe shaver blades utilize traditional Japanese sword-making manufacturing techniques by forging sharp, durable blades for an amazingly close shave.
Floating HeadsThe floating head follows facial contours to provide a comfortable shave.
RechargeableAn internal rechargeable battery means you don't have to wastefully buy and throw out batteries.
Automatic Universal Dual Voltage (100-240V)With worldwide support for dual-voltage conversion, you can take the shaver with you when traveling internationally.
BatteryLithium-ion battery.
Good HousekeepingAwarded the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval.
Sonic vibrating cleaning modeWhile rinsing the shaver under running water, sonic vibrations help remove clinging hair debris, leaving the blades fresh and renewed.

REVIEW

Best feature of this shaver is the close, pain-free, smooth shave. I would say 99% as smooth as razor, the difference is nominal - I can't tell the difference visually. I have a thick, tough beard and the Panasonic breezes through in very few passes. I get even better results on shaving the mustache than I do with my razor. The neck area is where the shaver has some difficultly. I think this may be because I shave in the shower and the shaving cream has a tendency to wash off. After a second application of cream I can get as close. No razor burn, no in-grown hairs (I do get these with razors). It takes a few extra minutes to complete the shave compared to razor (maybe 7-8 min vs. 5-6 min). All in all I am pleased with the experience and do not plan to move back to razor.

*** UPDATE ***

I still highly recommend this shaver for the quality of shave and positive experience with Panasonic. I have had issues with the battery and screen; however, given the benefits that I mentioned above, I am comfortable purchasing this shaver again.

Let me take a step back. I have owned two ES8103S shavers over the past three years. My first shaver began to show problems with the screen after about six or seven months of daily use. Notably, the shaver had evidence of vapor on the inside of the screen. As I have mentioned before, I use it in the shower and it periodically falls. All things considered, the shaver has held up well despite the drops. At some point; however, water must have seeped behind the screen despite not showing any visible sign of damage. After several months, the screen went blank and the battery slowly stopped charging. It went from 5-6 shaves per charge to 4 to 3 to 2, then zero charge.

So next I called Panasonic (after it finally died) and explained that I received this shaver as a gift and it was purchased about 11 months ago. Since it had a one year warrantee, the Panasonic rep explained that if I could get a copy of the receipt I would be able to send it in for repair or replacement. I was able to send a copy of the Amazon email receipt (from the person that gave me the gift) and Panasonic sent me a pre-paid label to attach to any box to send the shaver in. I had to send the shaver and charger together. After about three weeks I received a brand new ES8103S in the mail. No other calls, email, or follow-up was necessary on my part. Despite the three weeks without a shaver, I thought this was fantastic customer service. Actually, having switched to razor for three weeks, I realized how much I loved the ES8103S and had started taking it for granted.

So I have had the replacement razor for about two years now. I have been much more careful about not letting it drop and the screen has held up well - until a few weeks ago. The battery is still fine and the shave is as good as ever. But, I have no idea how much battery power is left. The screen lights up but does not display a legible value. There is no water or vapor behind the screen this time. It seems that the screen and/or battery have a couple of year lifespan. I find this lifespan acceptable as I am still saving compared to the cost of replacement razors. I have found that the ES8103S replacement cost is about the same as the cost of razors with a one year lifespan. My two ES8103S shavers have averaged about a year and a half lifespan (although my current razor is still usable). Therefore the ES8103S still enjoys a cost benefit to shaving with razors.

*** Update 2 ***

Another year goes by and the (2nd) razor is still going strong. The screen started to turn partially legible during the year (I'm not sure when) and I can read some of the numbers - it's enough to know if it is close to needing a charge. I can not tell the difference between 50% and 60%, but I know when it gets to 20% (And this is usually time to recharge). The battery has also suffered a bit - it gives about 3-4 shaves per charge. With the extended life, I have to change my economics from above - the razors have averaged a 2 years plus lifespan; and, the economics are far in the favor of the Panasonic vs. (the ever rising) costs of Gillette-style blades.

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Panasonic ES8103S Men's 3-Blade (Arc 3) Wet/Dry Rechargeable Electric Shave

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