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| Panasonic ES8243A Arc IV Nano Men's Wet/Dry Rechargeable Shaver, Blue | 
 enlarge | Brand: Panasonic
Category: Health And Beauty
List Price: $199.99
Buy New: $99.99
You Save: $100.00 (50%)
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Avg. Customer Rating:  11 reviews
Sales Rank: 360
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 9.6 x 3 x 7
MPN: ES8243A
Model: ES8243A
UPC: 037988566501
EAN: 0037988566501
ASIN: B001DKMY9Q
Release Date: July 16, 2008
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Product Description
33% Faster / 3 Dimensional Holes pattern for close, smoothe shaves / Backlit LCD / Trimmer
Amazon.com Product Description
The Panasonic Arc IV Nanotech Shaver offers remarkable shaving on the first pass. Equipped with a quadruple foil and four cutting blades, the cutting surface of this shaver has been expanded by 32 percent, offering a better shave with each stroke. The blades are powered by Panasonic's linear motor, which operates at an amazingly fast rate so even the thickest beards or no match for this shaver. 
The industry's sharpest 30-degree blades are polished using nanotechnology. |
Innovative Technology Provides the Best Shave
Nanotechnology was used to polish the industry's sharpest 30-degree blades to achieve even better cutting performance. This razor's expanded cutting surface not only provides an efficient shave, but it also spreads the pressure, which naturally occurs when applying the shaver to the skin, so users have found it to perform without the irritation found on lesser models. The fourth finishing blade provides an additional cutting opportunity not found on triple-blade shavers. In addition, the foils and blades on this razor are "arced" so they nestle gently into the skin for our closest shave ever. The foil glides evenly for uniform shaving on all surfaces of the face. Get Great Shaving Results with Ultra Speed
At the heart of razor lies Panasonic's patented Linear Motor. It operates at an amazingly fast 13,000 rpm to cut through the thickest of beards. Standard razors operate at a pedestrian 8,000 to 10,000 rpm. To top it all off, this razor also features wet/dry operation, so you can use it in the convenience of your shower or for dry shaving when you have less time. A liquid crystal display indicates battery charge level by 10 steps and a cleaning reminder. It also comes equipped with a convenient travel case. There is nothing slow about this razor. Even clean-up is at hyper speed. Simply hold the razor under running water and activate the Turbo mode. The razor accelerates up to 17,000 RPM and vibrates off any remaining whiskers.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 6 more reviews...
Best Electric Shaver I've Ever Owned January 6, 2009
I've owned electric shavers for years. My first was a Remington, then a Norelco. I gave up on both and went back to a blade because they didn't shave very close. I eventually decided on an electric shaver again and bought a Braun (5614). It was better than my first shavers, but I still had to go over the same areas on my neck over and over again to get a close shave. Finally, after reading the reviews here on Amazon, I tried this panasonic ES8243A. All I can say is, "Wow!" I am totally blown away at how close it shaves. It is by far the best shaver I've ever owned. And the trimmer works great, unlike other shavers I've owned.
One note on price. J&R (www.jr.com) has better prices than Amazon. Check it out and compare.
I realize everyone's face is different, but for me at least, this is an awesome shaver!
Excellent shaver, though it is not perfect January 4, 2009
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I was torn between this model and the top Braun model 790CC Pulsonic. The Braun is not a wet/dry model. This Panasonic was selling here on Amazon for $120 in Dec. 2008. Ridiculously, it is now selling for $250. The seller is "Eleven Adar". Be very careful at Amazon, as it is also available for $109.99 (1/6/09).
I did a search for the Panasonic model, and found a $30 Amazon coupon "PANADEC8". (I just checked, this coupon is no longer good, sorry)
My net cost for this Panasonic was $90, which I bought. I do not want needless and expensive cleaning gimmicks like found on the Braun and the top Panasonic model, the ES8249K, which is identical to my model but adds the cleaning system. I can clean mine under running faucet water very easily and for free. Using the shaver is smooth and comfortable. I like it a lot. Even shaving dry, with no lubricants or anything, is great and very smooth.
Unfortunately it does not shave well under my nostrils. I have to use a razor for this small area. Being a wet/dry model, you cannot use this shaver with the AC cord plugged in. This is to protect a moron user from electrocuting themselves while showering. This is not a problem, because even if the shaver's battery is depleted, you only need a 5-minute charge for a complete shave.
Overall, I think this is the best shaver in the world. The $90 price is unbeatable. I have used it for a month now, and have been extremely satisfied.
Much improved from past Panasonics January 3, 2009
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I have several electric shavers - always looking to try out something new. Up until now, my best shave was from the Norelco Arcitec line. Well, the Arcitec has been put aside in favor of the Arc IV.
I used a Panasonic a couple of years ago (one of their lower-end models) and found it gave a pretty good shave when used wet, but a so-so shave when used dry. It was particularly poor on the neck and jaw line, areas where the Arcitec really shines. It was a very comfortable shave, but the Panny got passed along to my nephew since I mostly tend to shave dry.
Heard that the Arc IV had some notable improvements, so I thought I'd check it out (especially since it was on sale). I'm pleased to report that the improvements are real -- the dry shave is far better than before, especially on the neck area. Just as gentle as the Braun Pulsonic, but far closer. Perhaps even a wee bit closer than the Norelco, and certainly more gentle on the face than a rotary.
The build quality is excellent -- very solid with a non-slip grip. The screen area gives info on charge status which is very helpful (does it in percent of charge left). Recharge time is great (under 1 hour for a total discharge to total charge status).
This razor is one of the easiest to clean, so save some money and get this model rather than the model with the cleaning station. I've used the Panasonic cleaning stations and, while they are better than the ones offered by Remington and Norelco, they are way behind what Braun offers. You'll get the razor just as clean -- and usually cleaner -- if you clean it under the tap (just a couple of drops of liquid soap, run it in turbo mode, quick rinse, and you're done). Since the razor is built to be used in the shower, you don't have to be careful as you are with other razors when rinsing it off under the tap.
Excellent shave, easy to clean, quick to charge, and comfortable to use. Five stars!!
As close as a blade! December 29, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I rarely use electric shavers as they have never shaved as close as a blade in my opinion. That is until now! It really does shave as close as my gillette fusion system. I simply wet my face as i do with blade shaving, and start shaving for a shave as close as the blade. I have not tried using shaving foam or gel with the Arc IV, but am amazed it worked this well. The trimmer is especially useful to me also as i have sideburns. The battery seems to last a very long time too, at least 20 shaves, and the unit is very quiet compared to other braun and Norelco's i have tried.
I would highly recommend this shaver to those who are used to blade shaving as it is very close to a wet shave, but less messy and quicker. To get a closer shave with a blade, i would probably need to spend 15 minutes to shave twice!
Excellent Shaver December 20, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've been trying quite a few brands and models of shavers for the past couple of months, then I bought this model. This has to be the best I have tried.
Doesn't irritate my skin, it gives one of the closest shaves, specially if wet-shaving. Very easy maintenance, no special detergents or fluids required.
Somebody had pointed out that it was noisy. I don't find it noisy but it is louder than a Norelco I was using.
I recently bought the ES8249K, same model, in black and with a cleaning/drying/charging station, mainly because I wanted some kind of station where it could rest & charge automatically (I wasn't interested in the cleaning portion).
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