All About Wahl Shavers
Wahl shavers are very popular among men all over the world. They are designed for the care of a beard, mustache and sideburns, allow you to cut, contour and give the necessary texture to facial hair. We will tell you all about the Wahl shavers in our review.
Peculiarities
Shaver is a versatile hairdressing tool similar to a mesh electric shaver. It includes a knife block, metal nets and an electric motor. It is widely used as a type of barber equipment. Wahl shavers are very popular among users. The company was named after its founder, Leo J. Wahl. In 1919 he invented the world's first electromagnetic hair clipper. In total, during his life, he was patented about 100 of his own inventions.
The descendants continued his work. So, In 1984, the company introduced the cordless beard and mustache trimmer, which immediately became an indispensable tool for brutal men with excessive facial hair. In 2009, the brand launched the famous lithium-ion battery trimmer. However, despite the wide range of products manufactured, Wahl is primarily associated with shavers. Today they are sold in 160 countries around the world.
Such popularity has led to the fact that many fakes have appeared on the market, so it is very important to familiarize yourself with the main distinctive features of this brand of shavers.
- The counterfeit may differ from the original in design, shape and shades. Errors in writing the model or engraving on the cutting unit are allowed.
- Pay attention to the cost and configuration. Too low a price should alert you, since fakes, as a rule, are one and a half to two times cheaper than the original.
- Wahl professional shavers are produced exclusively in factories located in the USA, and knife blocks - in Germany. The company's production facilities are located in other countries, but other devices are manufactured there. If a different country of origin is indicated on the case of the device offered to you, you can safely refuse to purchase. Accordingly, the devices must be engraved Made in USA or Made in Germany. The inscriptions should be in clear letters without grammatical errors.
- Keep in mind that new knives from the original machine are ready for use immediately after purchase, they do not require any additional task. If the product offered to you contains knives with uneven teeth, and the cut is difficult, then you have an imitation in front of you.
- Fraudsters often do not report attachments, combs, oil and other accessories necessary for work in the kit. In addition, they often replace premium nets with a metal lock with plastic ones.
Model overview
Wahl finale
This is one of the best selling shaver models. A distinctive feature of the product is a hypoallergenic gilded mesh, due to which irritation during shaving is significantly reduced. The product is lightweight - only 160 g. It works both on electricity and on a battery. Autonomous operation is 80 minutes. The kit includes a spare cutting head and mesh.
Of the minuses, noticeable vibration, a high level of noise during operation, as well as a rather high cost are noted. In general, this is a reliable and high-quality model that can be used both in professional conditions and for domestic use. This model is ideal for medium-length beards.
Shaver of this brand protects the neck well after a haircut, does not cause inflammation and redness on the skin.
Wahl 5 star finale
The shaver is intended for finishing.This tool is used to correct the texture and contour of the beard. The gold-plated hypoallergenic mesh is ideal for dry shaving. The bristles are cut as close to the skin as possible, so when using a shaver, you can achieve perfect skin smoothness. The shaver can be powered by mains power or a powerful lithium-ion battery. Autonomous mode of action is 80 minutes. It takes 120 minutes to charge the battery.
A power adapter is provided for connecting to the electrical network. The kit includes a protective cap on the mesh, as well as brushes for cleaning the tool after shaving. Among the shortcomings of the model, they note the high cost, as well as the need to change the nets along with the plastic cover.
Wahl Replacement Foil
Professional model, often used for contouring the beard and mustache at the end of the haircut. The device is highly efficient. The only drawback is considered to be a double mesh, therefore, with frequent pressing, the knives rub the jumper, as a result, the mesh quickly wears out and becomes faulty. The kit includes a net and some other spare parts. This model works from the mains and from the battery, without recharging the device operates for 80 minutes. The model is ideal for everyday care of small and medium beards.
Wahl mobile shaver
This model is used for dry shaving of facial hair no more than 2 mm in length. It can operate on AC power and in stand-alone mode for up to 40 minutes. Charging indication is provided. The mini shaver is compact, small-sized - you can take it with you on the road. The metal box is convenient for storage. The product has a stylish design, so it is often used as a gift option.
How to use?
Shave with a shaver should be unhurried, movements should be measured, smooth and circular. Do not press too hard on the skin; in this case, injury to the skin cannot be ruled out. First, the cheeks and neck are shaved, and the place above the upper lip, as well as the chin area, is treated last, since these areas require the most scrupulous attitude towards themselves, respectively, they take more time. For a Wahl brand shaver to serve its owner for many years, you need to properly care for it.
After any dry shave, remove any remaining hairs with a brush, and if wet shave, rinse the cutter head with water.
Today there is a large selection of shaving products. Some of the best shavers on the market today are Wahl shavers. The products of this company allow each man to choose the optimal model for himself, which will fully meet the goals of the hygienic procedure and the characteristics of the skin.
An overview of the Wahl shaver in the video below.