Philips Norelco 1250X SensoTouch 3D Electric Razor with GyroFlex 3D and UltraTrack Review

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(More customer reviews)Bottom-Line: On balance I am very disappointed in the SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver, so much so that I think I'll be going back to the tried and true Advantage 7735X.
Over the years I have tried a number of razors--any number of traditional one-to-four blade straight (disposable) handles, as well as electric units from Remington and Norelco. All of them irritate my skin to some degree and leave razor bumps (Black men are more susceptible to razor bumps than white men because of the course curly nature of our hair). Traditional razors tend to irritate my skin the most, and through experimentation over the years, I have found that Norelco brand razors tend to irritate my skin much less than all the others. So, I have stuck with Norelco for the past fifteen years or so.
The best Norelco model I ever owned was the Advantage 5655 that I received for Christmas some 11 years ago. I did some research and was intrigued by what I found to say the least; a razor with a lotion dispenser built into the unit. Good bye after-shave! So, well, I begged my then fiancée (now my lovely wife), for one and got it on Christmas day (she got her Sonicare which she begged equally for), and lets just say I was as happy with my gift as she was--and is--with hers (she loves the Sonicare and finds excuses to brush her teeth).
But, occasionally I like to shave in the shower in order to save time on those rare occasions when I am running late, so about five years ago I turned to another Norelco model, the Advantage 7735X, a cordless electric razor that can be used in the shower. The Advantage 7735X is similar in every respect to the aforementioned Advantage 5655, except for a cleaner design and a water resistance.
But the Advantage 7735x is getting a little long in the tooth, so I started casting about for a replacement electric shaver, one that would give me the same level of closeness. Recently, a SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver, by who else, Norelco feel into my hands and I put it to the test.
Since I shave my head and face at least three times a week, it is important to me that any razor I use shave closely without, again, irritating my skin. After several weeks of use I have been very disappointed in the SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver performance; after I shave my scalp is often dry and somewhat flaky in need of lotion, but no shaving bumps so that is a great outcome.
First Impressions
Unlike the Advantage 7735X, which comes with 5 lotion packs by Nivea that are easy to insert into the back of the razor, the SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver does not come so equipped. And that for me is the main disadvantage of the razor; while the Advantage 7735X shaves closely, without lotion, and even better with it, without some sort of moisturizer the SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver fails to shave as closely as I'd like.
You can also use shaving cream with the SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver, but that can get a bit messy (I only tried it once) and the shave was not much better and the reason I use an electric razor is so I do not have to use shaving gel!
I like the design of the unit, it is cutting edge and stylish. The razor fits easily into the hand and while running the SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver is quieter than the unit it replaces. The small collapsible trimmer in the back of the unit works well.
Charging, Recharging, & Cleaning
The SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver is cordless and comes with a charging stand that can automatically switch to the prevailing voltage, so traveling overseas will not be an issue. It also comes with a carrying case large enough to hold everything that comes with the razor, including the charging base, and a small cleaning brush.
The razor's rechargeable battery pack adds little weight to the package and the SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver really feels quite light in my hands as I shave, and the charge is enough to last me a couple of days of shaving without recharging. However, I usually place the razor back in the charging stand when I am done shaving. A series of (5) green LED lights on the front of the razor illuminate solid when the razor is fully charged.
Other indicators include An LED in the shape of a faucet that illuminates when the razor heads need to be cleaned. There are also LED's for Low Battery, and Travel Lock.
The shape of the razor may take some getting used to, but now I have the hang of shaving with it in either hand. Cleaning the SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver is simple: after every shave I open the hinged heads and run them under hot tap water while the blades are stopped. Using this procedure usually dislodges even the most stubborn hair strands. The instructional booklet recommends manually cleaning the head assembly with the included brush, and then soak them in warm water.
Conclusion
I have owned three other Norelco razors, and the only one that shaves as close as the Advantage 7735X was the Advantage 5655. On balance I am very disappointed in the SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver, so much so that I think I'll be going back to the tried and true Advantage 7735X, or perhaps try a new lotion pack model; the lotion packs agree with my skin.
And the really good news for my fellow razor bump suffers: I have not had a single bump since I started shaving with the SensoTouch 3D 1250x Electric Shaver that at least is plus for the razor.

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Shaving Performance?Contour-following: GyroFlex 3D contour following?Shaving System: UltraTrack shaving heads, Speed XL shaving heads, DualPrecision System, Patented Super Lift & Cut?Styling: Skin friendly precision trimmer?Skin Comfort: SkinGlideEase of use?Charging: 1 hour, Rechargeable, Cordless, Quick charge?Shaving time: Up to 17 days?Display: 3 level battery indicator, Battery low indicator, Charge indicator, Travel lock, Cleaning indicator, Replace shaving heads indicator?Wet & Dry: Wet and dry use, Jetclean?Cleaning: Washable?Jet Clean: Cleans, lubricates and chargeDesign?Handle: Slim handle, Easy grip, Anti-slip grip?Finishing: Ruby black frame, LED Display?Color: BlackAccessories?Stand: Charging stand?Pouch: Soft pouch?Maintenance: Cleaning brush, Protection cap?Replacement head: RQ12?Jet Clean: Cleans, lubricates and chargePower?Battery Type: Li-ion?Run time: 50 min?Automatic voltage: 100-240 V?Stand-by power: 0,15 W?Max power consumption: 5,4 WService?2-year warranty

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