Product Description

The Braun 8985, provides Braun's closest most complete shave ever. 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 Braun's Clean & Renew System automatically cleans, lubricates, dries and charges to keep the shaver feeling like new every day. 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.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2858 in Health and Beauty
• Brand: Braun
• Model: 8985
• Released on: 2008-01-09
• Dimensions: 6.30" h x 10.10" w x 6.30" l, 2.80 pounds

Features

• Power Comb - patented technology
• Pivoting head with micro oscillations provides comfort
• Smooth gliding for a close shaver
• New blade technology cuts hair close in a single stroke without pulling or tugging

Amazon.com Product Description
Every man's style and stubble is different - the Braun Series 5 (8985) shaver is as happy tackling light overnight stubble as it is a weekend's worth of heavygrowth 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 Braun Series 5 (8985) helps give you a hassle-free, close, and comfortable shave any day of the week.

The Braun Series 5 (8985), captures the hairs other shavers leave behind. Braun Series 5 (8985) 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. Braun Series 5 (8985) Clean&Renew System automatically cleans, lubricates, dries and charges to keep the shaver feeling like new every day. 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 8985
Shaving System	Foil
Cleaning Method	Clean&Renew™ System
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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Clean & Renew™ System

At the touch of a button, automatically cleans, lubricates, dries and charges the shaver.

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

Customer Reviews

I've used a lot of electric shavers and this is the best one so far
I shave everyday and thus have used many electric shavers in my time. I have found that the Braun self-cleaning shaver is the best. It gives me the closest shave and also has that great self-cleaning unit which completely cleans and lubricates the shaver. The reason why I gave it 4 stars rather than 5 is because the cleaning cartridges are quite expensive and basically need to be replaced every month. One way to make them last longer is to clean your shaver by every other use rather than everytime.

Works like I would expect but kind of gimmicky
My wife bought me this razor as a Christmas gift and I've now given it a half year of use to review. It is a replacement for an older Panasonic ES8066 that I owned for many years until I dropped and broke it.

While the shave is comparable to the shave I had with the Panasonic, the issues I have are:
1- The foil tends to rub under my nose during the shave and leave it red.
2- While the shave is good, it's no better than some razors you can get for cheaper and nowhere near the closeness of a blade. For some reason, I seem to be having trouble getting a close shave in some areas of my face with this razor. I never had that issue with Panasonic.
3- The gimmicky aspect I HATE is that it uses these cleaning cartridges that evaporate all by themselves. My old Panasonic was a wet/dry that I could adequately clean in water. The cleaning solution for this is SD40 alcohol and the old cartridge cannot be cleaned and refilled. It's going to wind up costing you to keep this thing. More than it's worth I feel. The alcohol bath it gives, however, does make the razor clean.
4- The clean cycle takes long and I'm not sure the "cleanliness sensor" works properly. When my first cartridge ran out, I cleaned the razor and foil in alcohol until it was spotless inside and out. The sensor, however, said it needed an intensive clean.
5- The recharger/cleaning base is somewhat large and takes up more bathroom counter real estate than I would like. Since it's circular, it doesn't fit squarely in a corner. If you somehow tip it or it gets pushed into the sink....there goes your cleaning solution.
6- When the cleaning solution is not cleaning, it's evaporating (as alcohol does) in your bathroom. I'm not sure I need any more chemicals in the air filtering through my lungs.

In the end, I would have preferred a simple razor that just needs to be plugged in once a week or so for recharging and could be used in the shower and cleaned in water. I hate being forced into buying any extra supplies to maintain an electric razor. If this thing breaks, I will not be buying another one like it.

Excellent shaver
I upgraded (finally) from Amazon.com a few months ago from a Braun puchased over 10 years ago (that I had reconditioned, new batteries put in, etc), which in turn replaced a Braun. I'm clearly in the Braun camp.

The 8985 shaves heads and tails better than anything I've used. Quiet, close, non irritating. Well balanced and easy to hold/maneuver as well. I was originally concerned about having to be on the hook to ongoingly purchase cleaning solution. To extend the solution, I quickly (5 seconds) brush out the hair prior to running the shaver through its cleaning cycle. The solution has lasted far longer than I'd have thought.

Admittedly, it's been a while since I've shaved with Norelcos or Remingtons or other shavers, but I am extremely pleased with the 8985. Certainly if you've liked Brauns and it's been a while since you've upgraded, it might be worth a look to try this model on.