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Reviews

Philips Norelco 7240XL Cord/Cordless Rechargeable Shaver
The 7240XL is a low-priced mid-level shaver.

Here is a product description:

Precision Cutting System – Ultra thin heads with slots to shave long hairs and holes to shave the shortest stubble.

Patented Reflex Action System – Automatically adjusts to every curve on your face for flexible, smoother shaving.

Individually Floating Heads – Align the razor-sharp blades closer to your skin for exceptional closeness.

Superior Lift and Cut Technology – Dual blade system lifts hair to cut comfortably below skin level. Stainless steel blades for comfortably close shaves.

Simply Rinses Clean – Quick and easy!

Power System – Rechargeable Cordless for use anywhere. Power LED Charging and Battery Low Indicators.

8-Hour Full Charge for up to 25 minutes or 8 days of cordless shaving.

Other standard features include:
-Spring Release, Full-width Trimmer.
-Automatic Worldwide Voltage.
-Hair Collection Chamber, Electronic On/Off Switch.
-Rubber grips.
-Precision trimmer.
-Protective Razor Cap, Coil Cord and Cleaning Brush.

I have not been able to find online any independent, objective reviews of the shaver. However, sales sites like Amazon.com have numerous reviews from actual users, and these are often quite perceptive and can be very helpful to potential buyers.

Here is an excerpt from one of more than 85 reviews - most highly favorable - at Amazon.com:

Positives:
1. Shaving: Very smooth, fast, close. No razor burn. Blades conform easily to my angular features without needing to stretch skin. Note: for best results do not press against skin. A lighter touch works better. Shaves two day old beard as easily as one day old. Shaved longer hairs on neck without pulling. Trimmer is equally effective.
2. So quiet I though it was defective, until I used it to shave.
3. Easy to clean with tap water or brush. Stands upright on counter without need of a base.
4. Shape provides a good grip regardless of how it is held.

Negatives:
1. Shape may take some getting used to, but personally has not been a problem.

And another:

I had only one electric shaver before this one, a Remington, which performed well even after 4 years of use. The biggest problem I have with this shaver is that is so quiet that it makes me always feel like it's not charged :)

Anyway, since my skin is used to being shaved this way, I have to say that I'm very satisfied with its performance; it doesn't burn my skin, doesn't pull hair, slides very easy, is very easy to clean and maintain, and keeps charge for a decent amount of time. I recommend it to everyone who wants to try it out.

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September 24th, 2008