Product Description

The new 360 Complete 8975 Cord & Cordless Shaver provides Braun's closest most complete shave ever. 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 Braun 360 Complete 8975 contains a specially designed brush for easy cleaning anywhere. This rechargeable shaver features an ergonomic shape and non-slip handle for easy maneuvering.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1787 in Health and Beauty
• Brand: Braun
• Model: 360 Complete - 8975
• Released on: 2006-07-11
• Dimensions: 3.20" h x 8.70" w x 6.10" l, 2.10 pounds

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

Amazon.com Product Description
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 8975, 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. The Series 5- 8975 contains a specially designed brush for easy cleaning anywhere. 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.

Feature	Series 5 8975
Shaving System	Foil
Cleaning Method	Brush
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

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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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 8975	Series 5 8985	Series 5 8995
	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	2 LED and Foil LED	LCD
Color		Black/Silver	Black/Silver	Silver/Silver

Customer Reviews

Goodbye Norelco, Hello Braun!
First some background... About 10 years ago, I tried a high-end Braun foil shaver because I read good things about them, and found it just didn't shave longer hairs (especially on the neck or if you went a few days without shaving). Plus it didn't shave much closer than my Norelco so I never used it much.

I've been a loyal Norelco guy. My first Norelco rotary lasted many years. The next one lasted only a few years. The next only a couple of years. And the last several have only gone about a year before the blades go dull, the batteries start to give out, or both. It doesn't seem to matter if I buy a $40 or $100 Norelco, they just don't last very long anymore. I suspect this is on purpose to get you to buy expensive blade sets or a new shaver and generate more income for Norelco?

Well Norelco (are you reading this?), your short lived products prompted me to try Braun again and boy am I glad I did! This is the first foil shaver I know of that can REALLY shave longer hairs. It also shaves MUCH CLOSER than even a brand new top-of-the-line Norelco rotary. And it doesn't seem to irritate the skin as much either.

I opted for the 8975 becuase it doesn't need any refills like the more expensive versions do. But it uses the same blade head so it shaves just as well as the more expensive versions. I just got it, so I can't comment on how it will hold up, or the battery life, but it's really no contest against the Norelco's for the quality of the shave.

I only have a few small gripes so far. For this price, I'd rather have something with a rubberized or soft grip exterior that feels better in the hand. Braun's solution to make it less slipery was to put sharp bumps on the hard plastic case and it feels kind of rough and cheap in your hand. It's also noisier than the Norelcos but it's not too bad. Finally, the Norelcos use a standard small coiled power cord that's easy to travel with. The Braun uses a much more bulky cord/plug arrangement that's not as travel friendly.

But, when it's all said and done, you buy a shaver to SHAVE. And this Braun does that better than anything I've used at any price. Period.

Good shaver
I don't have any complaints with this shaver at all. I get a better shave than I did with my old shaver, a Norelco 3 radial blade one. Before, there used to be hairs that would be missed but with this Braun, there aren't-nice.

I agree with others that the self cleaning thingy in higher Bruan models is gimmicky and not necessary, especially since it requires you to buy cleaner refills periodically. This model without that feature is the one to buy in my opinion.

Good but not great
I came to this razor after using a Braun 6000 series for the past 4 years. Rather than sticking at that level I figured I'd try the better model to see what the benefits are.

Unfortunately the benefits are limited. Don't get me wrong, it is a good razor, its just not really better than my old one. Grip and operation wise my old 6000 is actually better. Simpler where it needs to be. Actual shaving wise all the new gadgets don't seem to have done much. It does shave better than my old razor, but that one needed a new shaving block (and battery, hence replacing it).

So is it a worthwhile razor? Definitely, thats why I gave it 4 stars. But, knowing what I know now I would have stuck with the next model level down as there really is no difference where it counts.