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Norelco may have done a poor job of identifying the correct replacement heads!
The product worked - have had it being used for over 2.5 years (time for a replacement). However, an Observation: from looking at the great number of negative comments for the HQ8, and looking at the Norelco website, I have come to the conclusion that there are multiple identifiers for the replacement blades - specifically, there are different types of HQ8 replacement blades. However, the typical buyer likely does not realize that. For me, I have to look for an HQ8/52.
The moral of the story - buyers need to be aware of the second qualifier. And for Norelco, their marketing department should have leadership demoted/replaced for this confusion (qualifier - there are dozens of Norelco electric razors, many of which are top quality products. The replacement blades would seem to be needing clearer definition).
Bottom line: if a customer can figure out the correct replacement blades, they will likely be satisfied with the product.
Further, Amazon is contributing to this problem by not having better standards for Norelco replacement blade acquisition. Note: I could be wrong, but I don't think so!
August 2018 · Beauty and Personal Care · verified purchase