The Braun Series 3 electric shaver is one of the most well-liked razors on the market. The shaver comes in more than 5 different models (e.g., the 340, the 370, the 390cc) and it is the entry point into the Braun series of shavers that also includes the Series 5 and Series 7.
The Braun Series 3 has a big feature set and an even bigger list of benefits, but most reviewers consistently mention the same set of likes and dislikes when it comes to the shavers. Let’s have a look:
Advantages:
1) Quick Rinse Cleaning – Quite a few people say that it’s very quick and simple to clean the Braun Series 3 by rinsing it under a tap. The models that end in a “cc” all come with a separate cleaning base (to be discussed later), but most purchasers of the standard (non “cc”) models (e.g., the 370) seem very pleased with their decisions – saying specifically that the Braun Series 3 “cleans off very nicely.”
2) Really Close Shave For An Electric – Most people say that the Braun Series 3 gives them a very smooth shave given that it is an electric shaver. The feeling is that you shouldn’t expect a shave quite as smooth as a traditional razor, but that a Series 3 will get you as smooth as possible for a powered shaver… without aggravating your skin.
Mixed Feelings:
1) The Cleaning Base Station – Reviews appear to be mixed for the base cleaning station that accompanies any “cc” Braun Series model. Some people like the simple cleaning associated with the unit, the lubrication of the shaver, and the “lemony” smell that it leaves on the shaver. Other folks complain that the base station is not necessary – saying that it consumes a lot of space on a bathroom countertop and that the cleaning / lubricating solution is too pricey.
Frustrations:
1) Head Of The Shaver Pops Off – A handful of reviewers note that earlier models of the Series 3 (in particular, the 340) have had problems with the head of the shaver popping off mid-shave. This issue appears to have been corrected in the newer models (e.g., the 390cc), but it is something to look out for it if you’re considering saving a few bucks and purchasing one of the older models.
So that’s all she wrote. Hope you enjoyed learning about the Braun Series 3 and the needs of buyers in the men’s grooming product market!
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