Panasonic ES-LT7N-S Arc 3-Blade Electric Shaver System with Premium Automatic Clean and Charge Station, Active Shave Sensor Technology, Wet or Dry Operation
Brand | Panasonic |
Recommended Uses For Product | Beard, Mustache, Face |
Special Feature | Wet & Dry, 3D multi-flex pivoting shavers, Includes Docking Station: Charges, Clean, Dries |
Power Source | AC 100-240V |
Included Components | Cleaning and Charging Station, Charging Adaptor, Protective Cap |
About this item
- The award-winning ES-LT7N-S Panasonic men’s shaver is designed with three floating, precision blades for quick, smooth shaving and outstanding comfort.
- The shavers stainless-steel, hypoallergenic Arc3 foils follow facial contours for closeness and an advanced 3D Multi-Flex Pivoting Head glides effortlessly over face, chin, jaw and neck.
- High-speed 13,000 cpm linear motor uses active shave sensor technology to detect beard density and adjust cutting power, to sensor ensure an even, consistent shave. The charging time is 1 hour and the power source is AC 100-240 volts
- Use dry or in the shower with wet dry convenience; a built-in pop-up trimmer instantly engages to detail sideburns and mustache.
- A premium automatic cleaning and charging station cleans and dries the Panasonic shaver with the touch of a button, keeping it ready for the next shave.
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Panasonic ES-LT7N 3-Blade Men's Electric Razor, with Clean and Charge Station
The Panasonic Arc3 ES-LT7N-S Wet Dry Men's Electric Razor combines pure shaving power with the gentle comfort and convenience of multi-blade shaver machine precision. A floating, 3-blade system provides quick, smooth shaving while an advanced 3D multi-flex pivoting shavers head glides effortlessly over face, chin, jaw and neck. Hypoallergenic stainless steel blades, honed to an acute 30-degree angle cut whiskers more cleanly at the root, and a pop-up trimmer instantly engages on the cordless shaver to cut stray hairs and groom and detail sideburns and mustache. The 13,000 cpm fast, linear Panasonic ARC motor drive system eliminates the tugging and pulling that can occur with slower shaving machines and also maintains peak power right up to the end of each battery charge. Plus, with its 100% washable, wet dry electric shaver versatility, you can confidently use the Arc3 men's shaver in the bath or shower, over the sink and on the go. This shaver machine also includes a premium automatic cleaning and charging system to cleanse the shaver with a hygienic, alcohol-free solution while also removing stubble and debris.
Like all Panasonic shavers for men, blades and foil should be replaced when dull for best electric razors for men performance. Replacement Accessories: Foil (WES9089P), Blade (WES9068PC), Combo Set (WES9015P) and Cleaning Cartridge (WES4L03).
Advanced 3-Blade ARC Shaver Machine for Male Grooming
Specially designed by Panasonic, the powerful Arc3 3-blade system combines pure shaving velocity with multi-blade precision to cut gently and comfortably through facial hair for incredibly close results. The shaving machine system's ultra-thin Nanotech blades are forged from premium stainless steel. And, each cordless razor blade is precisely honed to a 30° angle for outstanding durability and sharpness to cut whiskers at the root for fast, smooth, efficient shaving and male grooming.
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30-Degree Stainless Steel Nanotech Razor BladesPanasonic's Arc3 Series mens electric razors use state-of-the-art blade technology that reflects ancient Japanese traditions of crafting exceptionally sharp and durable swords to produce men’s razors blades of extraordinary strength and performance and the edge you need for an extremely close, comfortable shave. Nano polished 30 degree angle stainless steel hypoallergenic blades cut each hair at its base for outstanding precision while providing comfort and less irritation for sensitive skin types. |
13,000 CPM Linear Motor DriveDriven by a quiet, high-speed linear motor, the Panasonic Shave Machine for Men delivers the evenly distributed power you need for fast, effective shaving. And as battery power is used, this high-performance 13,000 cpm cordless razor motor maintains continuous speed to the end of each battery charge. |
Ultra-Thin ARC Foil SystemThree contoured, micro-thin hypoallergenic face shaver foils instantly capture, hold and cut the different types of hair that make up the beard for outstanding closeness and comfort. The Quick-Comb Blade grabs, holds and cuts longer hairs that often grow in opposite directions. And, the Ultra-thin Finishing Foil captures stubborn, extra-thick hair to ensure smooth, even results. |
Shave Sensor TechnologyAdvanced built-in shaving sensors automatically 'feel' differences in beard density along the cheeks, jaw and neck. As the Arc3 men’s electric razor moves across the face, power flow is continually adjusted to accelerate where the beard is thickest, and soften where it’s not. |
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3D Multi-Flex Pivoting Men's Razor HeadAs you shave, an advanced 3D Multi-Flex Pivoting men razor head glides seamlessly — up-and-down, side-to-side and back-and-forth — to trace the individual contours of your face, neck and jaw for the ultimate in close, gentle comfort. |
Precision Pop-Up TrimmerAfter shaving, this shave machine for men adds the perfect finish with an ultra-sharp 45° blade pop-up shaver trimmer. Ideal for precision detailing of sideburns, beards and mustaches. |
Shave Close and Conveniently Dry or in the ShowerWhen you’re in a hurry, the wet dry Arc3 men's electric razor delivers a quick, smooth dry shave. And, because the shaver is 100% washable and fully immersible in water, it also performs as efficiently in the shower as it does over the sink using your favorite foam or gel. |
Natural, Sure-Grip Men’s Razor Design for Total ControlDesigned to fit comfortably in either hand, the rechargeable shaver ergonomic, soft-touch, sure-grip rubber handle ensures total shaving control, even when used in the shower. |
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Check Cordless Shaver Status at a GlanceThe easy-to-read, multi-function LED in the handle of the men electric razor makes it quick and simple to check shaving machine functions like battery power level, recharging status, travel lock on/off and more. |
Premium Automatic Cleaning and Charging StationKeep your mens electric razor blades ultra-clean and the battery charged and ready with an included, high-efficiency cleaning and charging system. And for shaving and male grooming away from home, a convenient travel pouch is also included to encase the wet dry shaver. |
What's in the Men's Razor Box?- ES-LT7N-S Arc3 Electric Razor Wet Dry. - Men’s Razors Premium Automatic Clean and Charge Station. - Detergent Pouch for the Shaver Machine’s clean and charge station. - Rechargeable Razor AC Adaptor. - Travel Pouch for the Rechargeable Shaver. |
Product Description
Driven by a high-performance 13,000 cpm linear motor, the Panasonic Arc 3-Blade Electric Shaving Machine with Automatic Clean and Charge Station features an active shaving sensor to continually detect and adjust power levels higher or lower to match the unique beard densities on the face, neck and chin. The result is a consistently smooth, more personalized shave. And when finished, a built-in, ultra-sharp trimmer adds the perfect edge to sideburns, beards and mustaches. 100% washable and wet dry convenient, you can confidently use the Arc3 men's shaver in the bath or shower, over the sink and on the go. Like all Panasonic shavers for men, blades and foil should be replaced when dull.
Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 7 x 4 x 9.2 inches; 14.4 ounces
- Item model number : ES-LT7N-S
- Batteries : 1 AA batteries required. (included)
- UPC : 885170235663
- Manufacturer : Panasonic
- ASIN : B013AX8CGC
- Best Sellers Rank: #552,694 in Beauty & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care)
- #617 in Men's Foil Shavers
- Customer Reviews:
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Battery life | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.6 | — | 4.5 |
Easy to clean | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.6 | — | 4.6 |
Value for money | 4.2 | 4.8 | — | 4.5 | 4.3 | 3.7 |
Ergonomic | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.4 | — | 4.4 |
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head type | Foil | Foil | Foil | Foil | Foil | Rotary |
special feature | Wet & Dry, Includes Docking Station: Charges, Clean, Dries, 3D multi-flex pivoting shavers | Wet, Dry Shave, Pop-Up Trimmer, Portable, Shave Sensor | Pop-Up Trimmer, Wet, Dry Shave, Shave Sensor, Pivoting Head, Waterproof, Floating Head, Battery Indicator, Rechargeable, Portable, Hypoallergenic, High Efficiency, Cordless | Cordless | Stainless Steel Blades | Pop-Up Trimmer |
power source | AC 100-240V | Battery Powered | AC 100-240V (Automatic International Dual Voltage Conversion) | Battery Powered | Battery Powered | Battery Powered |
number of blades | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 2 | — |
blade material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
weight | 0.9 pounds | 0.32 pounds | 0.43 pounds | 0.54 grams | 0.01 pounds | 0.41 pounds |
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Customers like the quality and performance of the electric shaver. For example, they say it savers very well, does a nice job, and has a lot of torque. Customers are also impresseded with the comfort and ease of cleaning. That said, opinions are mixed on the battery, noise, charging, and value.
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Customers like the quality of the electric shaver. They mention that it shatters very well, provides excellent savage sand clean slashes. Some say that it works wet or dry, and that it cuts as good as any manual razor. Overall, most are satisfied with the quality and performance of the product.
"...-LT7N-S. However, the main functional difference is that this model is strong, running at 13,000 RPMs whereas previous models were somewhere around..." Read more
"...I have tried the Braun but this one gives me a closer shave and has much better cleaning Station...." Read more
"I replaced my old Panasonic shaver with this model. It shaves great and the battery lasts a long time...." Read more
"...I have been using it for few months, performance is great. Once you charge 100%, you can use it at least 5 times for fully grown up beard...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the electric shaver. For example, they say it does a nice job, has a lot of torque, and the foil / blade system works well. Some mention that it charges very fast and works better in tight areas.
"...The quality of shave is decent, but not really close, especially under the chin and upper neck area...." Read more
"...The razor works just fine for me. Better than the last two Braun units I made last 31 years...." Read more
"Updated on 12/9/2020: No issues are seen and still working like charm. This shaver is really awesome. I ordered on amazon. Com from India...." Read more
"...The motor has a lot of torque, and the foil / blade system works well...." Read more
Customers find the electric shaver comfortable and easy to use. They also say it provides a good and comfortable s have. Some customers also mention that the product feels like a powerhouse in their hands.
"...care, especially when this shaver ends up being quicker, more comfortable, and leaving no razor burn...." Read more
"...This did work well and I get a close and comfortable shave.Comfort: This is the top issue for me, because I have sensitive skin...." Read more
"It works wet or dry, shaves me as close as a razor, and feels like a powerhouse in my hands. Not so fond of the design of the head...." Read more
"Cuts well, comfortable, delivered as quoted.First charging took longer than expected but it worked...." Read more
Customers find the electric shaver very easy to clean. They mention that it comes with a cleaning and charging station that uses a detergent in a satchel that you mix with water. The cleaning station offers a dry and charge mode, so you can clean and rinse the product.
"...It comes with a cleaning and charging station that you fill up yourself with detergent you buy from Panasonic...." Read more
"...( I can get 4 months use out of mine) and the cleaning station offers a dry and charge mode, so you can clean and rinse the razor by hand, put it in..." Read more
"...and charging station don't work well, but the item is easy to clean and charge manually, I did not buy a cleaning and charging station...." Read more
"...nice close shave, the cleaning solution smells good and i can easily clean the blades by popping off the cover...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the electric shaver. Some mention that it's quiet, while others say that it makes the loudest noise ever.
"...on this thing that I know about are stuff like a sonic mode that spins out debris from shaving, a head that moves around at different angles to help..." Read more
"...I am glad I spent the extra money on this. The shave was extremely close and quiet. Time will tell how long it lasts." Read more
"...Panasonic model ES-LF51 Arc 4 that I didn’t like because it was painfully loud and did not articulate in the front-to-back direction...." Read more
"Purchased through Amazon in June of 2018. Razor works great. Smooth, quiet, holds charge well, recharges quickly...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery of the electric shaver. Some mention it has good life out of the battery, while others say that it dies or stops holding a charge within a few months of use. Some complain that the battery degrades quickly and is not replaceable.
"...It lasts longer ( I can get 4 months use out of mine) and the cleaning station offers a dry and charge mode, so you can clean and rinse the razor..." Read more
"...Also, battery runtime is not very good, and certainly much less than the 45 minutes claimed by Panasonic...." Read more
"...It shaves great and the battery lasts a long time...." Read more
"...so why only 4 stars? Because it died after less than 2 years (power switch went bad) and I had to buy another one." Read more
Customers are mixed about the charging of the electric shaver. Some mention that it charges very fast, while others say that it takes forever to get a reasonable sand. Some complain that the saftey of the elctric shadr is not very close and that the flared out head lessens their shaving precision.
"...Shave: Some reviewers have complained that the shave isn't very close...." Read more
"...thing I noticed when I started shaving with this thing is it wasn't hardly shaving at all. Instead, it felt more like it was tugging at the hairs...." Read more
"...won't particularly care, especially when this shaver ends up being quicker, more comfortable, and leaving no razor burn...." Read more
"...this unit is the large and kind of flared out head, which lessens your shaving precision, knowing where the head is exactly cutting...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the electric shaver. Some mention it's decent for its price, while others say it'd be better off with a bigger brother.
"...I prefer this to it's big brother the Arc 5 as the replacement heads are cheaper and you get mostly the same cut...." Read more
"...The Arc5 has more razors, but is more expensive. The Arc3 has less razors, but from what I read, is still pretty darn good...." Read more
"Decent for its price" Read more
"My husband love this shaver. Little pricey but worth it!! We buy few in last year and waist money.This one is smooth and won't pull you hair...." Read more
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The Panasonic ES-LT7N Arc3 is the best thing that has happened to my grooming life. Being someone who is prone to ingrown hairs and razor burn, I hate shaving just as much (or more) than the next guy. I used to use the traditional multi-blade razors, such as Gillette, but would always end up with both ingrown hairs and razor burn. I started using simple trimmers, but most of those chewed up my face and required me to trim frequently. Then, I began using single-blade safety razors and found those to be the best of all options when talking about an actual shave, however they are pretty easy to misuse and the learning curve is difficult. Even being proficient with safety razors as I am now, I still sometimes slip sideways and cut myself. This would be problem now, as I just landed a job where I have to shave daily and definitely don't want to go in with cuts on my face. So I started looking for alternatives.
Enter electronic shavers. I started looking at all the different kinds, including foil and rotary. Ultimately, I settled on foil shavers as I read that they can be a little easier to get parts of your neck, and are more forgiving in terms of the direction you shave (foil shavers just go back and forth across your hair, starting against the grain, while rotary shavers go in circles; I just don't like the idea of that). After deciding on foil shavers, I had to decide which one to go with. The main two brands out there that are considered high quality are Braun and Panasonic. Remington makes some, but they aren't quite as big as the other two. Knowing the two main brands, I had to decide which one, of the multiple models and series, I should go buy.
I'll start by explaining why I did NOT go with Braun. As I said before, I did my homework which includes reading reviews on Amazon, reviews found on websites specifically about shaving, and so on. From my research, if I were to have bought a Braun, I would have gone with either the 5 series, the 7 series, or the 9 series. The higher the number, the more expensive the product. The 7 series, specifically the Braun 790cc, seems to be one of the most popular shavers out there, with people saying the 5 series is just a dumber down version of it and that the 9 series is a more "smart" version. Most people even say that the Braun 790cc provides the best shave that they have had, better than this ES-LT7N Arc3. However, from all my research, I decided to stick away from Braun because of two main reasons.
1. The blades are almost unobtainable. Specifically for the 790cc, they are out of stock almost everywhere. Where they are in stock, people are paying anywhere from $60 on the low end to commonly $110-120. And, the way it sounds, the blade quality for replacements is horrible and rips people up as a result. Plus, many people seem to only find the replacements in stock from third-party sellers that might even be shipping non-Braun blades (personal theory). It seems like the availablity of the replacements has always been bad and is only getting worse, so as a whole, I wasn't wanting to spending $150 on a foil shaver that would be no good in a year.
2. The customer service is horrible. From an in-depth external review that compared Panasonic foil shavers, Braun foil shavers, and Norelco rotary shavers, I read that Braun answered very few of emails or calls directly to them. Of those that they did respond to, Braun representatives often could not provide answers to simple questions. Panasonic and Norelco both answered all questions, did so quickly, and knew the answers.
So after settling on Panasonic, I had to decide which series to go with and which model to get. The different series are the Arc3 series, Arc4 series, and Arc5 series. I'll explain first why I didn't go with the Arc4 series since the reasons simple: the series is kind of old, hasn't been updated in a few years (five if memory serves), and the models don't come with a charging and cleaning station.
Going between the Arc3 and the Arc5, I had a couple considerations. The Arc5 has more razors, but is more expensive. The Arc3 has less razors, but from what I read, is still pretty darn good. I'll discuss the reasons why I didn't go with the Arc 5 now. First, there are several different models of the Arc5, with Panasonic releasing new ones every couple years. The most current 2016 model, the ES-LV9N-S,is running for about $400 and is sold out everywhere I looked while also being backordered on Panasonic's website. Additionally, they seemed to be going through a razor replacement shortage with how popular the ES-LV9N-S is, so much so that people were having to buy the razor replacements from older models of the Arc5 in order to use the ES-LV9N-S 2016 version. I didn't want to spend $400 on the Arc5 and end up using older model replacement razors. I also didn't want to purchase the older model of the Arc5 and have them stop making the razors for it (since from what I read, you can't put razors from the new Arc5 on the old Arc5, even though you can put old Arc5 razors on the new Arc5; correct me if I'm wrong). If you are interested in the Arc5, however, the older model (ES-LV9N-S) is about $250 on Panasonic website, the blades are in stock, and the main differences between the older models and the 2016 ES-LV9N-S is that the newest model has some sort of a roller to keep the blades further from your skin for comfort. The new model also attracts less fingerprints, and I think that the power button was moved a little to keep your from turning it off mid-shave, however most people said that this wasn't a problem once they learned to hold it. I was dangerously close to getting the a model of the Arc5, but I went for the Arc3.
Now to discuss the Arc3. Again, there are older models of the Arc3. Quite a few, actually, if you search "Arc3" on Amazon. I won't sum up all the little differences between the old ones and this new model, the ES-LT7N-S. However, the main functional difference is that this model is strong, running at 13,000 RPMs whereas previous models were somewhere around 10,000. Additionally, since this is the newest model, blades will be produced for it longer and I won't have to worry about Panasonic not making blades for it in a few years. Speaking of which, blades are in stock and run about $40 for the blade/foil combo on Panasonic's website. I couldn't find them on Amazon, however, but I'd say that's because they're so new. Additional features on this thing that I know about are stuff like a sonic mode that spins out debris from shaving, a head that moves around at different angles to help you shave better, and a couple other things.
Now to discuss this actual model and it's specifics. First off, opening it up, it has a nice weight to it. It comes with a cleaning and charging station that you fill up yourself with detergent you buy from Panasonic. However, most people opt to just clean this themselves and use the cleaning station occasionally for a deep clean and to charge the Arc3 since this is so easy to clean. The foils pop right off and you can just put a bit of soap on the razor and foil and clean them under the water. In fact, Panasonic says this is fine in their instruction manual.
Next, the part most people are concerned with, the shave. I thought it was awesome. In an external review that summed up Braun, Panasonic, and Norelco shavers, apparently testers said that Panasonic had the closest shave but also the least comfortable (hence why the newest model of the Arc5 has it's "comfort rollers" around the foil", a feature that didn't make it to this model of the Arc3). I'm not sure what they were talking about, but I thought this was close AND comfortable. Having trimmed up the day before with my Andis T-Outliner trimmer, I had quite a bit of stubble. Turning on the Arc3, I noted that it definitely made an audible hum, but it didn't seem too loud at all. I started on the bottom of my neck and worked my way up against the grain. As I hit my stubble, I felt... well, not a whole lot. The Arc3 pretty much mowed through what facial hair I have (I don't have a whole lot). The directions say to old the trimmer at 90 degrees to your face, so I did that. And I passed up and down several times, using my free hand to stretch my face out a bit so I could get close. However, I felt no irritation on my face whatsoever. And the end result was that my facial hair was about equivalent to as if I had shaved with my single-blade safety razor and allowed it to grow for five hours. Very close, so close that most people won't particularly care, especially when this shaver ends up being quicker, more comfortable, and leaving no razor burn. The whole process took maybe five minutes, and that included me running the shaver over spots that were already shaved as low as they could go just because I wanted to be thorough. It would probably take less time in the future. As a side note for the readers, FYI, I read everywhere that you should use foils shavers before you shower as showering swells up your face a little and makes the shave not quite as close. Additionally, I used this shaver dry, as I read that the shave doesn't really get much better when using any creams or anything.
After shaving, I popped the foil off, washed off the blades and the foil, and put it back on. I didn't use the cleaning/charging station yet, as I didn't feel like setting it up. I also didn't use the trimmer attached to the Arc3. The idea is to use it to mow down a longer beard to make it appropriate for shaving, but that's why I have my Andis T-Outliner, and I'll probably never let my beard get that long again to begin with.
So that's it. I know this is long, but I absolutely love this shaver. No, I didn't get anything free for writing this. I just am one of those guys who reads everything about everything before buying something, and since there's not a whole lot on this specific shaver written yet, I figured maybe I could help someone make the right decision. Plus, this is a stellar product that I don't mind taking the time to write something positive about.
TL;DR: This is a great, shaver, I love it, it's better than the rest of them (except maybe the newest Arc5), I don't write reviews on stuff that isn't awesome, you should buy it.
Overall: I am a satisfied user of the product and would buy it again.
Shaving technique: I first tried soap and shaving cream, but this did not work well for me to be able to get a close shave. Following another reviewer's suggestion, I tried a pre-shave. Since the main ingredient of pre-shave is generally something like sesame oil, I filled a used squeeze bottle with sesame oil from the kitchen and used it for my pre-shave. This did work well and I get a close and comfortable shave.
Comfort: This is the top issue for me, because I have sensitive skin. I have previously tried a rotary electric shaver and quit because it irritated my skin. This is the reason I opted for a foil-style razor with only three blades this time. This shaver does not irritate my skin at all. Some reviewers complained that it heats up too much. I find that it does get warm, but not to the point where it's painful or problematic in any way. Full marks for the comfort.
Shave: Some reviewers have complained that the shave isn't very close. I find that, yes, there is still a very slight stubbly feeling on my face after shaving, but other people can't notice it and my appearance is clean shaven. That's acceptable to me, and any closer shave than this is likely to start irritating my skin.
Bulk: Some reviewers complained about the bulky shave head making it harder to shave under the nose. That wasn't a problem for me. I'm easily able to fit it into that space and maneuver it to shave there. I like the size and shape of the shaver, and I rate it easy to use.
Noise: Some reviewers have complained of the buzzing noise. Yes, there is a buzzing noise but it's what I expected with an electric shaver. When I shave in the bathroom early in the morning, it does not wake up my family members in the neighboring bedroom. So, it's quiet enough for me.
Wobbly head: I tried unlocking the head to use the wobbly head feature. It does wobble a bit, but in my case I don't see how it helps.
Cleaning: Since by all accounts the cleaning and charging station don't work well, but the item is easy to clean and charge manually, I did not buy a cleaning and charging station. Yes, it is pretty easy to clean manually. The foil snaps off easily for separate cleaning, and I dunk the parts in a container filled with soapy water, shake the blades out using the sonic clean mode, and rinse them with water. It's nice to know that the product was designed to be water-resistant so I don't worry about damaging it while washing it.
Battery: I simply plug it in to recharge it. If the charge indicator is to be believed, it probably uses about 5% of the battery per shave. This means it could probably go a week or two without a recharge, but I have not tested that.
Carry pouch: This is an area where the product could be improved. This little cloth bag won't be very useful for protecting the shaver while traveling. I will probably stow it in a used plastic jar instead. Unfortunately, it looks like the shaver manufacturers have decided that "fewer blades means cheaper product" so I don't have high hopes they will be able to fix this in the future. Panasonic people, if you are reading this, I want fewer blades for my comfort, not to save money! Please consider premium quality features for your three-blade systems too!
Spare parts: This is another area where the product could be improved. Currently, Walmart sells the replacement foil and someone on EBay sells the replacement battery. Panasonic should make these available on Amazon or through their own site. But, since the parts are available from other sellers at reasonable prices, I'm not worried about it.
A hint, I use a pre-shave, that along with raising your face hair, beard, made my skin slick and I was shaving like a speed demon, causing poor shaves. I realized this, and slowed my movement, speed, and improved to close and clean, excellent shaves.
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