Wahl 9906-717 Groomsman Cordless/Battery Operated Beard and Mustache Trimmer
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Customer Reviews of Wahl 9906-717 Groomsman Cordless/Battery Operated Beard and Mustache Trimmer
Customer Review: You get what you pay for
Summary: 2 Stars
It's not a terrible trimmer, it actually allows for a very good beard trimming, comes with 1 set of AA batteries and has a noticeably powerful little motor. Overall, however, the product does need a few tweaks:
Attachments are a HUGE pain in the a** to get on correctly. I cut my thumb trying to "simply slide (trimming guide) at a slight angle and press the release tab down to secure in position". I wasn't wrenching it on or anything; it's just that the trimming head/attachment assembly isn't really designed as well as some higher-end groomer models are. After 20 minutes it got quite frustrating attempting to "simply" attach a thing unsuccessfully for the umpteenth time. The pieces don't slide in/on so easily, you have to really gorilla them in. I'm afraid of cutting myself again and/or wearing out the plastic attachment bits prematurely due to this. Again, it is what it's worth; I paid around $15.00 for mine.
The storage base was evidently an afterthought and not really meant to keep everything secure. Flimsy and somewhat mismatched with the units attachments (there's a groove on one side of the base where I don't know what is supposed to go), Wahl would have been better off with nixing the storage base and throwing in a vinyl zippered case instead. Probably would've been more cost-effective for them to boot.
The instruction manual is one sheet of thrice folded-over text with black and white renderings of unit's assembly and trimming techniques. An actual booklet (pages turn) with color photographs would have improved things drastically.
All in all not bad, not great, about $15 bucks sounds right.
Customer Review: Lots for your money
Summary: 5 Stars
I've had this for two months now and like it. I use the adjustable head for trimming eye brows and underarm/chest hair. I use one of the fixed heads for a daily "scruffy" beard look. The shaver itself feels very solid but not too heavy. It's not overly loud, and seems to cut as well as if not better than other units I've tried in that price range. If you're expecting something like a professional would have, then be prepared to pay professional prices.
PROS:
Great for the price (I'd pay $30+ for one if I had to)
Shaver seems like a solid, quality unit
Trim guides for a wide range of cut lengths
Batteries so far have 2 months of daily use and still going strong
Comes with head lube for longer blade life
CONS:
Trim guides seem like they'll break easily (but haven't yet)
Trim guides changing can be tricky (READ THE DIRECTIONS)
No travel case
Stand works great until you bump it - accessories aren't secure
I've struggled to take the guides on and off many times and have yet to break one. When I first got the unit, I fumbled with them for a while, but once I actually read the directions, I could change them pretty easily.
Wahl's comsumer products are not US made, but they are still headquartered in Sterling, Illinois and still produce their professional line in the US. These days it's as close as you're going to get to supporting American manufacturing.
Customer Review: fantastic little trimmer
Summary: 4 Stars
I got this for my boyfriend for Christmas. He had been asking for one for awhile, and for the price I don't know why I kept putting it off. For 13 bucks, it's well worth it.
He comes and goes with having a beard, but the last couple of months he has really been sticking with it. He said this trimmer works great, aside from sometimes shooting little hairs into his eyes, which was the only downside he could find. It comes with a couple little accessories including a stand and oil to keep it running well. He did mention that he's never needed to stop to clean it out, like you sometimes have to do with the big trimmers.
I also use it when I'm giving him a haircut, it's really great for around the ears and the back of the neck. Around the ear is a spot I've struggled with(hold the ear down, get a good angle, get the large trimmers to maneuver that spot, etc etc) and now I can do it without having him hold his ear out of the way and in the process, having his hand in my way. Also, and this is a huge plus!: he no longer worries about me chopping one of his ears off...which I got a large chunk once when using scissors. oops!
The only downfall was that it's battery operated. I don't like tossing batteries in the garbage because it's both toxic and expensive, but if you get rechargables for this, you're all set.
definitely a great buy at a great price. I hope they last forever!
Customer Review: If you purchase this trimmer, then PLEASE KEEP YOUR RECEIPT
Summary: 1 Stars
I have had either a beard or goatee for the last 28 years, and for most of this time I owned a Wahl trimmer. My first Wahl lasted 10 years, my second Wahl lasted for 8 years. I took a 3 year break using a Norelco (which was a Christmas gift), however, I was never satisfied with the cut at longer settings. I ultimately went back to various Wahl trimmers, yet they all gave out (battery, motor, etc) in less than 2 years.
Deciding to give Wahl one last chance. I purchased the "All-in-One Trimmer Kit," given that it had a 5-year warranty. The battery quit recharging after the 3rd month, and Wahl's position was since I failed to keep my receipt, there was no warranty coverage. Please note that my failure to keep the receipt was definitely my fault. However, I can say, through personal experience, that Wahl's quality and performance has SIGNIFICANTLY declined over the years (based on my last four purchases), and this was the last Wahl trimmer that I will ever own. If you cannot purchase any other trimmer but a Wahl, my advice is that you hold fast to your receipt...because I fear you will need it sooner rather than later. If any other option is available to you, I would strongly urge you to consider it, rather than purchasing a Wahl.
Customer Review: Clipper works well but need attention to detail
Summary: 4 Stars
The Wahl clipper does what it should, especially at the price. I think that it will run a long time on the AA batteries. I prefer this over the rechargeables that are never charged when you need them and eventually wear out. It trims well and is well made for the price.
What I DON'T like:
1) The clipper head tines are flat on the end instead of tapered, so you have to go over your beard several times to clip it all. The tines do not comb the hairs into the slots to be cut, at least not very well.
2) The plastic attachments work well at setting the clip height, but they are VERY hard to get on and off - I feel that I am going to break one every time I remove it. Not well designed. There is one attachment that is adjustable - I leave that on most of the time to minimize removal, but I still have to take it off to use the bare head for close trimming.
3) The base unit does not hold all the attachments very well - they are always scattered around my counter.
Would I buy one again - probably - this is still a very good deal. I do expect to break one of the plastic attachments in the near future. I'll bet that they are not available separately!