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Head Shaving, Grooming & Care => Head Shaving => Topic started by: RonnieDobbs on July 29, 2014, 08:03:48 PM

Title: Best device for what I'd like to do
Post by: RonnieDobbs on July 29, 2014, 08:03:48 PM

Hey guys, great supportive forum you have here.  I'd like to take the plunge and shave my head, but I'd like some advice on the proper device.

I'd like to find a device, most likely an electric razor, where I can shave my head every other day down to a stubble/shadow length.  I know you guys have the 30 day rule, and I may try that at some point, but I'd like to see how stubble length looks before I go all the way.

I know a lot of clippers like the Wahl Balder come highly recommended, but that's a little overkill in how close it shaves , and the Philips Norelco QC5550 has been suggested, but I don't see replacement parts available for purchase so I don't want to be stuck with that.

So what devices can you reccomend that would leave me with a stubble/shadow look, using it every other day?

Title: Re: Best device for what I'd like to do
Post by: Sir Harry on July 29, 2014, 08:54:55 PM

Welcome, Ronnie! If you want a close shave with shadow appearance, I would recommend something from the Andis  series. Good luck!

Title: Re: Best device for what I'd like to do
Post by: Semi-Sly on July 30, 2014, 10:36:47 AM

Any of the home haircutting clippers with the adjustment lever on them, (like the Wahl clippers) allow you to move the clipper "out" by half a length.  This will give you the stubble look without using a guard.

You can also add a clip on guard to the blade if you would like.  You can get them as short as a 1/2 guard for the Wahl clippers.  you can buy them at any Beauty Suplly store or get them on line.

Title: Re: Best device for what I'd like to do
Post by: Goatee on July 30, 2014, 01:48:31 PM

Beard trimmers will be good too as that is what i used to use

Title: Re: Best device for what I'd like to do
Post by: Magoo on July 31, 2014, 08:48:32 AM

The only problem with beard trimmers ,it takes a lot longer to do the job.

Title: Re: Best device for what I'd like to do
Post by: Goatee on July 31, 2014, 10:33:19 AM

Quote from: Magoo on July 31, 2014, 08:48:32 AM

The only problem with beard trimmers ,it takes a lot longer to do the job.

For me, it was neither here nor there. Still pretty quick and to be honest, you need to take your time. Dont rush.

Title: Re: Best device for what I'd like to do
Post by: RonnieDobbs on August 05, 2014, 07:43:20 PM

Thanks for the replies guys.  I got a Panasonic ES8243A http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DKMY9Q/ref=s9_psimh_gw_p364_d4_i2?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=03553CHME2RCZBXR6VJ5&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1688200382&pf_rd_i=507846 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DKMY9Q/ref=s9_psimh_gw_p364_d4_i2?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=03553CHME2RCZBXR6VJ5&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1688200382&pf_rd_i=507846)

But man, it's SO LOUD.  I might have to try the Wahl Balder although I'm sure that has its own jet engine.  I'm still not thrilled with the idea of using a razor, but at least it would be quiet. 

Title: Re: Best device for what I'd like to do
Post by: Goatee on August 06, 2014, 07:24:56 AM

Quote from: RonnieDobbs on August 05, 2014, 07:43:20 PM

Thanks for the replies guys.  I got a Panasonic ES8243A http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DKMY9Q/ref=s9_psimh_gw_p364_d4_i2?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=03553CHME2RCZBXR6VJ5&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1688200382&pf_rd_i=507846 (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001DKMY9Q/ref=s9_psimh_gw_p364_d4_i2?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=03553CHME2RCZBXR6VJ5&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1688200382&pf_rd_i=507846)

But man, it's SO LOUD.  I might have to try the Wahl Balder although I'm sure that has its own jet engine.  I'm still not thrilled with the idea of using a razor, but at least it would be quiet. 

Thing is, how good is it at shaving?