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product_id: 558924401
title: "Series 8 Electric Razor for Men, with 4+1 Shaving Elements & Precision Long Hair Trimmer, Close & Gentle Even on Dense Beards, Wet & Dry Electric Razor with 60min Runtime, 8517s Galvano Silver"
brand: "braun"
price: "R8073"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Braun"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/558924401-series-8-electric-razor-for-men-with-4-1-shaving
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# 60min Li-Ion battery runtime 100% waterproof for wet & dry use 40° swiveling head for contour adaption Series 8 Electric Razor for Men, with 4+1 Shaving Elements & Precision Long Hair Trimmer, Close & Gentle Even on Dense Beards, Wet & Dry Electric Razor with 60min Runtime, 8517s Galvano Silver

**Brand:** braun
**Price:** R8073
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Elevate your shave game—because your beard deserves the best.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Series 8 Electric Razor for Men, with 4+1 Shaving Elements & Precision Long Hair Trimmer, Close & Gentle Even on Dense Beards, Wet & Dry Electric Razor with 60min Runtime, 8517s Galvano Silver by braun
- **How much does it cost?** R8073 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/558924401-series-8-electric-razor-for-men-with-4-1-shaving)

## Best For

- braun enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted braun brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-Day Confidence:** 60-minute cordless runtime with quick 5-minute charge for those last-minute touch-ups.
- • **Precision Meets Power:** 4+1 sonic shaving elements with AutoSense tech for a close, gentle shave—even on dense beards.
- • **Shave Anywhere, Anytime:** 100% waterproof for seamless wet or dry use—foam, gel, or even in the shower.
- • **Engineered for Endurance:** Titanium-coated, corrosion-resistant design crafted in Germany to last for years.
- • **Effortless Grooming Control:** Built-in ProTrimmer for flawless sideburn shaping and tricky hair capture.

## Overview

The Braun Series 8 8517s is a premium German-engineered electric razor featuring 4+1 sonic-powered shaving elements and a 40-degree swiveling head for an ultra-close, gentle shave. Equipped with AutoSense technology and a precision ProTrimmer, it adapts to dense beards and tricky hair with ease. Its durable titanium-coated body is fully waterproof, offering 60 minutes of cordless runtime with quick-charge capability, making it perfect for wet or dry use. Designed for longevity and superior performance, this shaver redefines grooming for the modern professional.

## Description

Level up your beard care routine and shave experience with Braun’s upgraded Series 8 Electric Shaver for men. This Braun wet and dry shaver delivers a close and gentle shave even under the chin and nose. Featuring a 40-degree swiveling head and floating blades, this foil shaver gently adapts to facial contours, ensuring closeness and skin comfort. Braun's unique Sonic Technology uses 10,000 micro-vibrations to help capture more hair while gently gliding over the skin. In addition, AutoSense technology reads and adapts to your beard to provide extra power where you need it most, for a close shave even on dense beards. The ProTrimmer, an integrated precision beard trimmer, slides out of the back of the Braun shaver to easily cut tricky hair—even fine hairs and sideburns. Braun Series 8 8517s rechargeable shavers for men use a powerful Li-Ion battery that lasts for 60 minutes of use and includes a 5-minute quick charge option. These electric shavers for men are 100% waterproof and can be used with foam, gel or even under the shower. All Series 8 men's electric shavers are made in Germany with premium craftsmanship.

Review: great razor. no gimmiky 360 swivel head, great battery life - So far this is the best foil shaver since my old series 7 i had for over 8 years using the old 70s heads that are hard to find. Its battery finally quit and i got a series 6 and then 7 of the newer style they have now. Both of those were major downgrades. This series 8 shaves as good, or better than that old series 7 and is rubberized on the back which makes grip better than the old 7. I like the included charging stand. If you're trying to decide between thos and current series 7 offerings the 7 is less powerful and the 360 head makes it cut weird and horribly on my neck and around my ears, whereas the 8 here hits both in a few glides on each side to ensure coverage. I compared both with new heads and the 8 wins hands down. Its louder than the 7, but not by enough to matter. And I've now had this a month, literally charged it the night after i got it and haven't needed to since, and i shave daily, this shaver is so effective and efficient that i literally get done in a few passes over my face, it barely uses any battery per shave. 1 month and 5 days from daye of receiving abd intial cgarging at my house and it finally needed another charge. That's awesome, if i can go about a month on each charge cycle this razor will last a long time. Its still cutting really well and shaving great as well. Still highly recommending this line over brauns current series 5/6/7 offerings. You get far better performance and functionality, better battery life and they feel built better. I had a 7075cc i upgraded from, the 360 swivel head is just a useless gimmick that, in my opinion actually made its performance worse than old series 7 i had that finally bit the dust. Plus the new series 5/6/7 heads are thin and clog with hairs very quickly, don't wash easily and aren't easily snapped on and off compared to the series 8. If you're trying to decide on spending a bit more, get the 8 and spend more its worth it. Better shave, extremely longer battery life, better features on the shaver, and just overall a far better bang for the money. Only thing is the 83m heads these use are $60ish each to buy replacements for, but i can live with that for the performance they provide me.
Review: Smooth and comfortable - I have tried other electric razors in the past and found them either uncomfortable or not very good shavers. The Braun is smooth on my face and leaves my skin comfortable and well shaved. The noise level is quite acceptable. The charging base and cleaner are large but do a good job of maintaining the shaver in clean condition and the battery always charged

## Features

- NEXT-LEVEL PREMIUM ELECTRIC RAZOR: Redesigned to upgrade your shave with a 40-degree swiveling head and 4 sonic-powered compact shaving elements to deliver a close and gentle shave even under chin and nose
- ULTIMATE PRECISION ON TRICKY HAIR: This electric shaver for men is equipped with a ProTrimmer for more accurate sideburn shaping and to capture fine hairs
- BUILT TO LAST FOR YEARS: Made in Germany, this durable cordless shaver for men is titanium-coated for resistance to corrosion and 100% waterproof with a powerful 60-minute Li-Ion battery runtime
- UP TO 2 YEARS OF WARRANTY: 100% Made in Germany
- INCLUDES: Braun Series 8 8517s Men's Electric Shaver with built-in Precision Trimmer, Galvano Silver, Fabric Razor Travel Case, Charging stand and Cleaning Brush
- Movember 2025 Participant

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0CFC8NRZL |
| Additional Features | Waterproof |
| Battery Average Life | 60 minutes |
| Battery Description | Rechargeable |
| Best Sellers Rank | #15,847 in Beauty & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Beauty & Personal Care ) #27 in Men's Foil Shavers |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Brand | Braun |
| Brand Name | Braun |
| Color | Silver |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 874 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00069055138427 |
| Head Type | Foil |
| Included Components | Attachment, Charger, Protective Cap |
| Item Weight | 0.58 kg |
| Manufacturer | Procter & Gamble |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 8517s |
| Model Name | Series 8 |
| Model Number | 8517s |
| Number of Blades | 4 |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Beard |
| Special Feature | Waterproof |
| UPC | 069055138427 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Braun
- **Model Name:** Series 8
- **Power Source:** Battery Powered
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Beard
- **Special Feature:** Waterproof

## Images

![Series 8 Electric Razor for Men, with 4+1 Shaving Elements & Precision Long Hair Trimmer, Close & Gentle Even on Dense Beards, Wet & Dry Electric Razor with 60min Runtime, 8517s Galvano Silver - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81TeS8zBy2L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size** options.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ great razor. no gimmiky 360 swivel head, great battery life
*by K***0 on July 23, 2025*

So far this is the best foil shaver since my old series 7 i had for over 8 years using the old 70s heads that are hard to find. Its battery finally quit and i got a series 6 and then 7 of the newer style they have now. Both of those were major downgrades. This series 8 shaves as good, or better than that old series 7 and is rubberized on the back which makes grip better than the old 7. I like the included charging stand. If you're trying to decide between thos and current series 7 offerings the 7 is less powerful and the 360 head makes it cut weird and horribly on my neck and around my ears, whereas the 8 here hits both in a few glides on each side to ensure coverage. I compared both with new heads and the 8 wins hands down. Its louder than the 7, but not by enough to matter. And I've now had this a month, literally charged it the night after i got it and haven't needed to since, and i shave daily, this shaver is so effective and efficient that i literally get done in a few passes over my face, it barely uses any battery per shave. 1 month and 5 days from daye of receiving abd intial cgarging at my house and it finally needed another charge. That's awesome, if i can go about a month on each charge cycle this razor will last a long time. Its still cutting really well and shaving great as well. Still highly recommending this line over brauns current series 5/6/7 offerings. You get far better performance and functionality, better battery life and they feel built better. I had a 7075cc i upgraded from, the 360 swivel head is just a useless gimmick that, in my opinion actually made its performance worse than old series 7 i had that finally bit the dust. Plus the new series 5/6/7 heads are thin and clog with hairs very quickly, don't wash easily and aren't easily snapped on and off compared to the series 8. If you're trying to decide on spending a bit more, get the 8 and spend more its worth it. Better shave, extremely longer battery life, better features on the shaver, and just overall a far better bang for the money. Only thing is the 83m heads these use are $60ish each to buy replacements for, but i can live with that for the performance they provide me.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Smooth and comfortable
*by A***N on July 22, 2026*

I have tried other electric razors in the past and found them either uncomfortable or not very good shavers. The Braun is smooth on my face and leaves my skin comfortable and well shaved. The noise level is quite acceptable. The charging base and cleaner are large but do a good job of maintaining the shaver in clean condition and the battery always charged

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Razor, love the dock
*by E***L on July 24, 2026*

I have this and now a series 5. I love the self cleaning dock! The shave is close! I'm in the military so I need to shave every day. It does seem to struggle with some of my neck but I have issues with normal razors there as well. For me this shaves like I used a real razor 3 hours earlier. Does have a nice carring case for travel as well. Ive used other electric razors and this seems to be my favorite, I hope the blades last a while!

## Frequently Bought Together

- Braun Series 8 Electric Razor for Men, with 4+1 Shaving Elements & Precision Long Hair Trimmer, Close & Gentle Even on Dense Beards, Wet & Dry Electric Razor with 60min Runtime, 8517s Galvano Silver
- Braun Series 8 83M Electric Shaver Head Replacement Cassette, Silver
- Braun Clean & Renew Refill Cartridges CCR, Replacement Shaver Cleaner Solution for Clean&Charge Cleaning System, Pack of 6

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-07-30*