Bourbon Burst
Tele-Holic
Does the razor itself (not the blades) need replacement after a certain amount of time? Mine doesn't seem to work as well since it was new even after putting in new factory blades.
For those of you that use an electric razor..
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mandoloony
Tele-Meister
Yes, they wear down and become dull. And then one morning it rips a hair out by the root and you go "time to change the blades!"
If it still isn't working well, there may be gunk inside bogging down the works.
If it still isn't working well, there may be gunk inside bogging down the works.
notmyusualuserid
Poster Extraordinaire
Always read and digest the question before replying 
Your razor is powered by a high revving electric motor. It's probably feeling a little tired. In the olden days you could take it to a service centre. Nowadays, it's time to buy a new one.
Your razor is powered by a high revving electric motor. It's probably feeling a little tired. In the olden days you could take it to a service centre. Nowadays, it's time to buy a new one.
Bourbon Burst
Tele-Holic
Okay, thanks for the feedback. It is a Philips Norelco rotary shaver (should have brought that up before). It is about two years old.Always read and digest the question before replying
Your razor is powered by a high revving electric motor. It's probably feeling a little tired. In the olden days you could take it to a service centre. Nowadays, it's time to buy a new one.
What you said makes sense. It was only $60 so it isn't like it is a major purchase.
Wheelhouse
Tele-Holic
I never cared for the Norelco rotary. I have a Remington that is so old I've replaced the rechargeable batteries sealed inside it once. I might finally have to give it up because the switch is shot. I'll try taking it apart and fixing it again, but the darn thing is over 25 years old. I've no idea how many times I've replaced the cutters & screens. 
No matter how well they're sealed, eventually dust from doing what they do will get everywhere inside it. I'm surprised that only two years later you find yours going off.
No matter how well they're sealed, eventually dust from doing what they do will get everywhere inside it. I'm surprised that only two years later you find yours going off.
I tried electric razors (Norelcos, Remington, etc )to no success! Nothing cuts closer than a hand held non-electric shaver and much faster as It took much longer to get it all with the electric. My opinion only!
Used a philips norelco for 15 years straight. Had to use it plugged in after the first two years because the battery crapped out.
About four years back I bought a Panasonic ARC5 - spendy but highly recommended! I bought it due to reviews that said it was heavy duty, as I use it to shave my entire head (except my eyebrows).
I have had Norelcos and Remingtons in the past, and they were not nearly as good. The Panasonic shaves smoother than a blade.
After four years I have put a new screen and blade once, but it needs them again. I've been using it a lot more in the last year than I did previously, so the last screen/blade only lasted a year.
As for them wearing out, the rechargeable batteries certainly die over time.
I have had Norelcos and Remingtons in the past, and they were not nearly as good. The Panasonic shaves smoother than a blade.
After four years I have put a new screen and blade once, but it needs them again. I've been using it a lot more in the last year than I did previously, so the last screen/blade only lasted a year.
As for them wearing out, the rechargeable batteries certainly die over time.
jvin248
Doctor of Teleocity
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Your screens may be an issue. Trimming dust inside the case is most likely. Complete disassembly.
If you're old enough your face is getting rugged, you can switch to old school safety razors. A couple of threads go all in on details. I use a Merkor razor and A-something blades. Shave a wet face a blade can last a week.
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Your screens may be an issue. Trimming dust inside the case is most likely. Complete disassembly.
If you're old enough your face is getting rugged, you can switch to old school safety razors. A couple of threads go all in on details. I use a Merkor razor and A-something blades. Shave a wet face a blade can last a week.
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andy__d
Tele-Meister
I got about 10 years out of my last Philips; it still worked, but it had lost it’s “oompf”. I’m 5 years into the replacement, and it’s still going strong.
Flat6Driver
Poster Extraordinaire
I got an electric one to shave my dome after 3 years of doing it with a razor. It's certainly not as close, but it's way quicker and more complete with the electric. It does a poorer job on the neck where my beard ends but I can still use the safety blades.
Alex W
Friend of Leo's
I never seem to get a good shave with an electric razor, but I have adopted the practice of using an electric razor before I shower, and then shaving with a razor after shower. My razor blades last forever because the electric razor had thinned things up first.
fjblair
Friend of Leo's
I usually get a new shaver before the blades need replacing, but I do not have he-man facial hair. I have replaced blades once or twice in thirty years.
My Norelco is probably 12-15 years old. I think it was a sale at $40 or so. I'm surprised the battery still is good. It's all about sharp blades if the battery holds up.
Stubee
Doctor of Teleocity
I have a Norelco probably at least 10 years old and it still works well. Same with the very different Braun. I only buy a new one when the foils become difficult to get or cost too much.
Telecastoff1
Friend of Leo's
My original Norelco, I bought in 1981. Still works great.....two sets of blades and a several very thorough cleanings over the years has kept this one in top running condition. I have a rechargeable Norelco I received as a gift back in the 90's. That one too, works great because I maintain it properly. Ever so once in a while, I feel like getting sloppy and dangerous and shave the old fashioned way with a blade and shaving cream. Shaving should be enjoyable. If it's not you're either doing it wrong or your equipment needs work or replacement.
I used a couple electric shavers for a few years, they were convenient, and I didn’t need to use water or soap on my face. Your face needs some time to get used to an electric, so the first few shaves will burn a little. I used Braun razors, and used them until the honeycomb on the outside would begin to deteriorate. The closeness of the shave was okay, but not up to military standards of the day. My Brauns lasted about 5 years, which is about how long it took for the battery to not hold a charge long enough to shave.
A dozen or so years ago I started using a safety razor, brush, and soap. It’s more work, but the shave is closer, and more comfortable. Here in Japan I found a 50’s Gillette Toggle razor for sale, still new in the box. Together with Nacet or the European Gillette Bleue Extra blades it shaves closely with almost no effort at all.
A dozen or so years ago I started using a safety razor, brush, and soap. It’s more work, but the shave is closer, and more comfortable. Here in Japan I found a 50’s Gillette Toggle razor for sale, still new in the box. Together with Nacet or the European Gillette Bleue Extra blades it shaves closely with almost no effort at all.
Dan German
Doctor of Teleocity
Braun guy here. I’m on my third one since 1978, not that my facial hair works them hard. First two damaged by falls, not worn out. Current one is over 10 years old, only ever changed blades and foils.
Fiesta Red
Doctor of Teleocity
Braun guy here.
First one lasted ~17 years.
Second one is still going strong after 6.
I replace the screen (and blades) about every 3-5 years. I have thick, angry stubble and the screen will get a split or tear and that’ll rip your face to shreds.
First one lasted ~17 years.
Second one is still going strong after 6.
I replace the screen (and blades) about every 3-5 years. I have thick, angry stubble and the screen will get a split or tear and that’ll rip your face to shreds.
I always seemed to go for Norelco but about 10 years or so ago I bought a Panasonic rotary Norelco knockoff and it has been a winner to this day. It was my first wet or dry shaver and seems it won't ever die. I will say I mix it up though between disposable blades and Panasonic. I always use Williams electric pre shave which seems to help with electric for me.
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