BraunElectric Razor for Men, M90 Mobile Electric Shaver, Precision Trimmer, Washable

Men and shaving... A history of frustrating choices.Exposed sharp edges (rocks, razors, blades, etc.) causing pain and bloodshed even in todays refined form led to the popularity of the convenient and gentle electric razor. While equally effective for most users, electric razors are often expensive, and do wear out (the shield, the blade assembly sharpness, and the battery or motor mechanism). In my life I've needed to travel internationally and domestically frequently and for a lengthy stay at times, so the convenience of the electric razor was offset by its bulk, its damage in travel, and its power/plug requirements.Enter the smaller, lighter, shave-anywhere battery operated electric shaver! Found my first one while in Japan in the 80's, discovered Braun also made one while in Germany a few years later; never used anything else from then on. Used these little gems for well over a decade before their wearing out prompted me to find Braun sold the model 370 here in the US... recently that model disappeared. Now here is the 370's replacement in an improved design, the Model M90 (M60 without a trimmer). The M90 is more attractive, protects the battery compartment better, has a more effective positioning of the trimmer, and has a better designed shaving head screen than its Model 370 predecessor; the M90 and M60 are also designed to be washable for cleaning.These lightweight, take-with-you shavers are powered by two standard AA cells of any sort. If you take 5 minutes to carefully shave, you will get at least two weeks of operation from most batteries. I use 1300 mAH NiMH rechargeable AA cells, and that is my experience; good Alkaline AA's or higher capacity NiMH AA's will run another week longer.The M90 is well protected for travel in your kit with its swing about cover. Batteries for it can be found everywhere. It gives a good shave (mileage may vary for men with very heavy beards). It's easily cleaned... What's not to love?And it's economical - so when the shave head foil fails (I've worn out 3 model 370's over the last 20 years) or the blade seems too dull, just be sure you have a backup replacement M90 stuffed away in your dresser drawer. (Don't bother hunting for a replacement shave head or blade assembly.)So Why not buy one to keep in the car to freshen up? Why not permanently have one in your toiletries travel kit if you're a frequent traveler? A mix of three M90's and M60's will cost less than one of the most popular cordless or even corded electric shavers... and the M90/M60 will in many cases last just as long if not longer, given equal treatment of the shave head... and replacing just the head assembly on an electric will cost more than a new M90 or M60!Panasonic sell a similarly sized Model ES3831 wet/dry 2-AA cell powered mobile shaver. The Braun protects the shaving head better in travel with its swing cover versus the Panasonic's plastic snap-on/off cover. The Braun M90 has a trimmer and attached cleaning brush. And the Braun (in my opinion) gives a closer shave.

This little electric razor is without peer, for the very special and specific needs where it best serves me. My main and everyday shaver lives in my bedroom at home and gets used there most every morning. But I have used this amazing little Braun razor for over fifteen years now, for my on the spot, must-have backup razor needs! I have two of these failsafe shavers, and they go with me wherever I go! One travels with me in my car, and the other lives in my dop-kit, ready to be there when I must travel on short notice! I am on the move a lot, and the one in my car serves me more frequently than any of my shavers, and keeps me shaved, neat and tidy as needed throughout the day's needs and demands. These little razors are easy to use while on the move, and they are absolutely indestructible! I know of no other small, strong and easy to use electric razor that uses standard AA batteries and that shaves and travels as well as my favorite small Braun M-90 shavers do!

I purchased this travel shaver because I have a Braun Series 7 for home use and I like it. I needed something lighter and smaller for travel and this one seemed to fit the bill. I like the idea of using "AA" batteries instead of having to lug around (and potentially lose) yet another power cord. This is not a shaver for everyday use, but for a back-up unit or a one or two week trip it did a great job plus it fits in my travel kit nicely. Kinda loud, but it works well enough that you only have to have it on for a few minutes. I like Braun products in general, and the price of this shaver is fair, assuming it works for a few years as a travel shaver.Bottom line: recommendedSeptember 2011 UPDATE:I've had this shaver for about a year and a half now and I still think it is a great value. I have taken it all over the world a couple of times now and the motor is still working strong. The only problem is the foil. After about 25 hours of use it wore out. I couldn't use my Braun on my last trip due to the foil wear. I was relegated to a razor and cream for a week...yikes, razor burn made me miss my Braun shaver oh so much. I bought another foil for $11 with free shipping on Amazon so I am all ready for my next trip. Still a fine travel shaver, just keep an eye on the foil and replace it immediately upon signs of wear.April 2014 UPDATE:This little monster keeps on going and going. Motor is still as strong as when I bought it and regular maintenance keeps it if fine working condition. I am upgrading my review to HIGHLY RECOMMENDEDFebruary 2015 UPDATE:Another 8 trips since my last review, a battery refresh, and this razor just keeps on going! Couldn't be happier.May 2017 Update:Countless trips around the world now with this mighty little razor and not a single problem. I installed a new screen and batteries when needed (not very often) and it just keeps on going.November 2023 Update:This little travel shaver has survived longer than my career. I retired two years ago and this little guy is still going strong. I use it for leisure vacation trips now to stay civilized.