Braun Series 5 Electric Shaver Replacement Head, Easily
Braun Series 5 Electric Shaver Replacement Head, Easily Attach Your New Shaver Head, Compatible All Old Generation Series 5 Electric Shavers, 51S, Silve
| Weight: | 5 Grams |
| Brand: | Braun |
| Composition: | Mesh |
| Origin: | Germany |
| Volume: | 1 Cubic Centimetres |
When I purchased the razor it said it would need the foil and cutting heads replacing after 18 months. Spot on. The cut is now as sharp as new. Took 2 tries to get the right replacement though.
I’ve had my shaver for many years and although initially the shaver head seems expensive, for something I change every 18 months it saves me having to purchase a new shaver, which isn’t cheap either! So all in all very pleased.
Cheaper versions are available but I think it would be false economy. This genuine Braun part is spot on, feels even sharper than the original though that is some years ago know and the old memory isn’t what it was. Now what was I saying…… oh yes, my razor still charges and functions well so a new foil and cutter brings it back to like new. Just buy one and you will be surprised how bad your old one has become.
I had the wrong 5 series model and picking the right one really makes a difference. Be sure to check which one you need because despite fitting, it may end up pulling more or injuring you if it’s not the correct one
I always the Braun Cleaning System after every shave which helps prolong its useful life.
A useful tip is to spray the central moving mechanism inside the shaver head with silicon oil. These moving parts are plastic and I don’t think the cleaning system adequately cleans them. A regular spray with silicon oil keeps them free to fully slide, ensuring the central cutters are working to maximum efficiency. The difference in the speed and closeness of shave is definitely noticeable.
Also, after removing the old head and before fitting the new one, I thoroughly clean the top of the shaver where the head fits, including all the moving parts, especially underneath and down the side of the beard trimmer (with the trimmer fully extended). I use 95% surgical alcohol (available very cheaply from your chemist or drugstore) with a small stiff brush. The difference in performance is amazing.
Replacing the head regularly and cleaning the shaver as described above gives me a really close shave without any soreness – even without using any pre- or aftershave. These replacement foils are much cheaper than the expensive high street prices.
Seems to do the job, call me old fashioned but I worry that it is a copy and not genuine Braun although it does come in Braun packaging, but the price is very low. Having said that, it looks the part, fits and works fine. Maybe I am too cynical in my old age, let’s see how long it lasts as the original one that came with the shaver didn’t last long
Always torn when I replace the cutting head and foil on my 8 year old shaver. I thought part of the point of an electric shaver was you just used it. Otherwise, I could go back to wet shaving. It’s an expensive consumable – reducing electric shavers to the same bracket as capsule coffee machines (don’t get me started) or ink jet printers (no, really, just step back from the keyboard.)
But, but, but …
Basically, it’s like getting a new shaver. It really is. As other reviews have pointed out, you don’t notice the gradual decline in performance until you change the head. So it’s not 20 for a consumable item. It’s 20 for a new shaver about once every 2 years.
Now if only they could do something about that stupidly expensive cleaning fluid…
I have a Series 5 vintage 2012.
I’ve always used Braun and I know it’s their weakness (the foil). This one is no exception and after 9 months it started to chip.
To avoid cutting myself I bought the replacement kit.
The pattern of the foil is a simpler honeycomb. My orginal was more sofisticated. Also the center blade had a special coating on my original: not on this replacement.
Overall it’s OK. It’s a genuine Braun product and does the job. I recommend you buy the new version though.
I have a Braun 360 which I have had for some years now, I have found by making enquiries and checking on the internet that the Braun 5 series Foil and Cutter set works for my Braun 360. Once the Foil and Cutter are changed which is very easy to do. By pressing the sides of the Foil it then springs up, you then carefully grab a hold of the side of the cutter head and lift it straight off, replacing is just the complete opposite, then the razor should be as good as new.
I have been using the same 8000 series Braun shaver for some 8 years now and replace the foil every 18 months. I have never had any problems with the replacement foils or cutters, true that they need to be installed carefully to avoid bending any of the plastic parts but once installed they will keep doing their jobs. I will keep doing this until the shaver gives up but until then I have no hesitation in ordering replacement foils and cutters in this way. I note that they have updated to a new style of cutter and foil for the shaver but while I can I will stay with this one to save the cost. At the start of the day I just want my stubble gone, this gets the job done with minimal fuss.
Having read several reviews on Amazon suggesting that the quality of these replacement foils and cutters had deteriorated, I was a bit nervous about what I was going to receive. As these parts on my 3 year old 590cc were well past their due date for replacement and there were no other options available, I went ahead and ordered anyway. I needn’t have worried.
On unpacking the new ones and comparing them side by side with the originals that I was replacing, I literally couldn’t tell them apart. The only noticeable difference was that ‘Series 5’ was embossed on the side of the foil surround.
The razor now feels like brand new again. I’m very happy with my purchase.
I was unsure how long it was since I last replaced the cutter and foil but shaving seemed to be taking longer and the shaver seemed less efficient. I was dubious about ordering a replacement cutter and foil from Amazon due to those product reviews which state the product was delivered in a damaged condition due to soft packaging. What made me give it a try was the price. While Amazon were charging 20 local high street stores were charging around 10 more for the same thing if they stocked it at all. I’m glad I did. Amazon have obviously responded to the other reviewers’ complaints because mine arrived very well packed in a box.
I note that some reviewers have criticised the quality of the cutter and foil and some have claimed that the reduced quality has caused the foil to break when removing and refitting it after cleaning. There is no need to do this. I don’t understand why someone would buy a ‘clean and renew’ system shaver and then continually remove and replace the foil. Let the system do the cleaning and you will have no problem with this cutter and foil.
My Braun razor had been scrolling messages across its LCD screen for months demanding a new foil and cutter set so I eventually succumbed and ordered this. I really wish I’d done so sooner: after just a few times through the “charge and clean” cycle the replacement foil and cutter seem to have bedded in nicely – just don’t expect a perfectly comfy shave from them straight out of the pack. All in all it is a fine purchase: should last a good few years as I prefer wet shaving as a rule.
I got one of these for my 8595 shaver the manual for which recommends changing this assembly at least every 18 months. However, that is such a ballpark figure one really needs to decide for oneself. My growth is not particularly dark, fast or tough; so I usually shave every other day. The shaver itself started recommending a change-out after about 20 months or so (I guess it tries to count shaves rather than calender time!) but the shave seemed fine. After another month or so, I thought “hmmm, maybe it does….”. Got one of these packs, fitted in 10 seconds, and BAMM! Like new.
Like so many people I had not noticed the deterioration until it was quite poor. Personally, I reckon that if you shave religiously every day, you might want to consider not waiting past a year. If you’re like me, 14-16+ months. Yes, these packs aren’t cheap and the cleaning solution (e.g. the Braun CCR3 pack) isn’t free. But if you compare with the regular costs incurred running something like Gillette Fusion Power with it’s bloody expensive blades, and the cost of a decent quality gel or foam…. things like the Braun are quite cost effective!