Panasonic ES8043SC Pro-Curve Pivot Action Linear Wet/Dry Shaver, Silver Review

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(More customer reviews)I have the identical shaver, the ES8077S.The difference between the two is that this ES8043SC model does not include a cleaning station.

I bought this as a replacement unit for my old Braun 5550, which after a few years of use has finally died.

If you prefer not to purchase the bulky cleaning station (from the ES8077S model), the manual suggests an alternative method to clean -- using liquid soap and water; this would be convenient when on the road!

Replacement Parts & Accessories (Retail prices & model # as indicated in insert):
1) Protective Cap (WES8044X7158): $0.62
2) Outer Foil (WES9085PC): $35.00
3) Inner Blades (WES9064PC): $21.95
4) Charging Adapter (WES8044K7658): $16.11
5) Self-Cleaning Recharger (WES8078H4218): $41.89
6) Detergent Cartridge 3-pack (WES035P): $9.99

Pros:
- The Panasonic Vortex is relatively light, and easy to hold/grip.

- Wet/Dry: One of the main features that won me over. I decided to get this unit instead of the Braun Activator because of this feature. I usually shave right after I take a shower, and my old Braun wouldn't cut cleanly until I fully dried off. First thing I did when I received this unit was to try shaving after a shower -- worked perfectly.

- Speed: For my old shaver, I had to take several passes, and yet still missed stubs here and there. With the Vortex, I was able to shave cleanly in one quick pass. I'm impressed!

- Head Pivots: The head of the shaver adjusts smoothly to the contours of my face.

- Battery:Right out of the box, I used my shaver for about a month before charging!

Cons:
- After my shave, my skin got a bit irritated at first use.After a few uses, my skin was able to adjust.
- Came with a cheap travel bag.

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Some reviewers have mentioned the noise of the unit. With any electric shaver, the noise is unavoidable. I didn't find the noise too annoying, though some of you may.

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Product Description:
The Panasonic Pivot Action and Pro Curve wet/dry shaver has the fastest linear motor (13;000 rpm's) and the sharpest blades in the industry (30 degree). The pivoting head not only rotates side to side but each head floats independently up and down to give you the closest shave in the industry.