Philips Norelco arcitec 1090 Men's Shaving System
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Philips Norelco arcitec 1090 Men's Shaving System Details
Manufacturer: Philips NorelcoBrand: Philips
Release Date: 2007-07-08
Model: 1090
Color: Carbon Fiber
Product features:
- Flex & Pivot Action--Three independently flexing rotary heads with a 360 degree range of motion to shave perfectly close, even on the neck
- Triple Track shaving heads offer 50% more shaving surface for a faster and closer shave
- Dual stainless steel blade system gently lifts hair to cut it comfortably below skin level, for an ultra close shave
- Premium carbon fiber exterior, numeric shaving time display, battery capacity indicator, battery low indicator, full charge indicator
- Rinses clean in seconds
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Customer Reviews of Philips Norelco arcitec 1090 Men's Shaving System
Customer Review: Realistic expectations
Summary: 4 Stars
After reading the mixed reviews of this razor, I decided to take a chance and purchase it. I don't regret the purchase one bit.
The positive things that have been written about this razor are true. So are most of the negatives. But I think the biggest problem most reviewers had are setting their expectations, so let me recap my experience.
I've shaved with blades, foil electrics, and rotaries all before. I have sensitive skin, so as much as I like the close shave a blade gives, even the best moisterizer leaves razor burn. Foils have never done anything for me. So I always find myself with a rotary razor. The last razor I *loved* was a Norelco, but after five years, the battery simply could not hold a charge. I tried a Remington last year and was disappointed. Better than a foil, but not my trusty Norelco. So I bought this.
First, there *is* an acclimation period to this razor. Even with my skin "experienced" to rotary razors, it took a month before I started getting *really* close shaves. So people that write and only gave it two weeks and were disappointed...take it with a grain of salt. The manual should say *at least* three weeks. To acclimate faster, you should shave daily. I know a lot of guys with thin or slow growing beards "cheat" and shave every other day, but it makes adjusting slower. Every day. For a month. You'll be happier.
Secondly, many reviewers comment about how this razor only works on stubble. This is true, and yes, my older Norelco (and so I assume the Speed XL's still) can tackle longer fur on your face. But a weed whacker is not a lawn-mower. The lawnmower you use on your yard is not the same quality as the lawnmower a golf course uses on its greens. It is about precision. This razor gives *the* closest shave I've gotten out of an electric. INCLUDING my old Norelco. This gets closer. It is designed for the discerning male who wants a device that grooms with precision and closeness. The trade-off is, to get that close, the lift-and-cut system simply can't handle longer hairs. If you shave daily (see above) then you'll never notice this drawback. But if you let your beard go a day or two at a time, you'll be disappointed. But this razor isn't for that man. If a man is okay with letting some fuzz go for a day, he usually isn't looking for that "perfect" shave, and won't notice the difference between the closeness of a less demanding razor and this one. So this is a device for the elite.
The small trimmer is another criticism. Again, the facts are true. It is small. It is not meant to chop down your entire face. Philips makes beard groomers for that. The trimmer, like every other feature of this device, is designed for the man who shaves daily. It's narrow blade makes grooming sideburns a breeze. Wider clippers make sideburn sculpting far more clumsy. You trim and sculpt, then take the razor to the skin and, since it doesn't do longer hair, you get a perfect sideburn. Again, a design for the man who demands the "perfect" look.
So why four stars if I love this razor so much? One word. Price. The numeric display is nice. The metal finish looks better than the finish on the 1050 as well. But neither of these justifies the $140 premium. I paid it because I think it looks nicer that the 1050, and if I had to, I'd pay it again. But it doesn't mean I actually think it is *worth* the price. I just spoil myself that much. Call me shallow. But the price, for the comparative lack of features does deserve a loss of a star.
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In summary, if you want the closest shave from an electric ever then this is the razor for you. But it asks for some discipline in return. You have to put attention into yourself to get the most out of it. If you are fond of facial hair, like growing a goatee or chops, you'll want a groomer as well as this razor.
If you are less demanding about your shave then another Norelco device may be a better option. The Speed XL is essentially the newer revision of my old razor and I was perfectly satisfied with it for five years. It was plenty close (but not as close as this) and very comfortable, so really you just have to decide how close you want the shave to be. If you are a perfectionist, get this. If not, save your money and get a Speed XL.
Description of Philips Norelco arcitec 1090 Men's Shaving System
NORELCO 1090 ARCITEC RAZOROffering a 360 degree swiveling shaving head and a state-of-the art sleek design, arcitec is the most advanced Philips Norelco shaver yet. Compared to other Philips Norelco shavers, arcitec offers new flex & pivot technology, a more aerodynamic design, and an advanced tube trimmer.
The unique flex & pivot technology delivers an exceptionally close shave. Three individually flexing shaving heads are connected by a ball joint system making them swivel, rotate, and pivot with a full range of motion. The maneuverability allows arcitec to adjust to the contours of your face ensuring optimum skin contact and a closer shave -- even on the neck. The new arcitec Shaver is designed to push the boundaries of shaving and to conquer those hard to shave areas.
The arcitec 1090 brings all of the best together with premium materials for the ultimate in luxury execution. The shaver's body is designed with fine brushed stainless steel, with a mirror coating of dark warm silver. The side panels are of genuine carbon fiber, as used by racing cars and the military for its lightweight strength. Additional features include: digital display readout of shaving time remaining, battery capacity indicator, and full charge indicator. Everything about this shaver is premium.
Cutting edge innovation doesn't stop with the shaver. Now you can recharge your razor while you store it, with the Power Pod travel case that plugs into the wall and protects your investment. While at home, you can recharge your shaver in its sleek stand and show off this modern addition to your bathroom shelf.
For those sideburns, goatees and moustaches, the new patented precision tube trimmer cuts hairs closer to the skin. This improved performance is due to the tube cutting system moving back and forth capturing every hair. All of these improvements and new introductions make it possible for you to conquer your neck to look and feel your best! Chart your course with the new Philips Norelco arcitec and be confident you're getting a perfectly close shave -- even on the neck.
 | Flex and Pivot Technology: Three independently flexing heads in a shaving unit that swivels 360 degrees for a full range of motion. This ensures optimum skin contact in curved areas, to catch even the most problematic hairs on your neck for a perfectly close shave, even in the hard to shave places. |
 | State-of-the-Art Design: arcitec's 'central drive' technology makes it possible to design an ultra slim ergonomic body that fits snugly in your hand -- making it more comfortable to hold and effortless to use. The central drive technology connects all rotary blades to the shaving motor using only one spindle (axle) for a more comfortable grip. |
 | Triple Track Shaving Heads: with up to 50% more shaving surface for a faster, smoother, closer shave. The Philips arcitec has more blades than traditional single-track shaving heads for more chances to catch and cut hair on every stroke. So you don't have to go over the same area to get a really close shave. |
 | Superior Lift & Cut®Technology: The dual stainless steel blade system gently lifts hair to cut it comfortably below skin level, for an ultra close shave. |
 | Advanced Tube Trimmer: Extends out from the body of the shaver -- perfect for trimming your sideburns, goatee, moustache -- then slide it back into the shaver to keep that sleek clean look! The new patented precision tube trimming technology lets you cut off hairs closer to the skin. The outer tube has slots to catch hairs and the inner tube oscillates to cut these hairs. |
 | Precision Cutting System: Ultra-thin heads have slots to catch longer hairs and holes to shave short stubble. The stainless steel shaving heads are made very thin so they lie closer than ever against your skin to reach every hair. |
 | Washable: Simply rinses clean in seconds -- for the ultimate in convenience. | Other standard features include:
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