They get cheaper and cheaper
I bought my first Philips razor in 1959 in Germany and have used the Norelco brand since then.  Each time I buy a new Norelco razor, they seem to get cheaper.  My old 5184 (at least six years old) is made much better than the 8894XL.  The old 5184 has traveled a lot and been banged around, yet, it is still in great shape.<br /><br />I purchased a new razor for the longer battery time and for a better shave. The battery on the 8894 does last much longer and the shave is a little bit better.<br /><br />But, the 8894 has a very cheap head with a flimsy hinge and latch. The slightest bump and the head pops open. The trimmer is so flimsy I need to support it with my thumb to keep it from closing. The plastic guard for the head is so poorly made that it will not stay on. The 110/220 function is in the head of the cord making for a large lump in the bag.  The 110/220 function belongs in the razor where is was in the past.<br /><br />The best constructed part of the razor package is the case. The case is as good or better than the case for my digital camera.<br /><br />They should have put the quality into the razor and provided an average case.
Rating: 2 stars