Wahl 9877-500 “The Goatee” Advanced Dual Blade, Rechargeable/Cordless Beard, Goatee & Mustache Trimmer
Jul13
Amazon.com Product Description
The Wahl Goatee Trimmer features precision ground high carbon steel blades that stay sharp and give you the perfect trim every time. Easily tighten up your beard, mustache, goatee, and neckline quickly and precisely. With an ergonomic shape that is easy to maneuver, you’ll have no problem mastering the Goatee Trimmer.
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The Goatee Trimmer features a patented dual head that rotates between a full-size blade and a detail blade, giving you the right tool for achieving the exact look that you want. The standard guide has eleven positions for trimming to various lengths, and an additional three guide combs give you even more options. The stubble guide gives you the rugged look of a perfect two-day stubble.
Included with the set is a storage base that organizes the accessories and keeps everything neat. A cleaning brush and blade oil is also included to keep your trimmer in tip-top shape. The Wahl Goatee Trimmer is backed by a 5-year warranty.
About Wahl
Wahl has been inventing and manufacturing grooming appliances for over 89 years in Sterling, IL. In 1984, Wahl invented the first consumer cordless beard and mustache trimmer. The company remains steadfast to its roots by providing professional quality products. Unlike its competition, its trimmers are engineered and manufactured in a Wahl factory. No other company equals the quality, durability and professional heritage of Wahl.
What’s in the Box
Goatee trimmer unit, 11-position guide, standard guide combs (stubble guide, 1/8-inch, 3/16-inch), mustache comb, cleaning brush, blade oil, charger, storage base, instructions/styling guide.
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Product Description
Features patented dual head that rotates 360 degrees from full size blade to detail blade insuring performance, precision and control, 11-position length guide that quickly detaches without losing your favorite setting form 1/16″ to 1/2″. Self-sharpening high compression fortified steel blades are precision-honed for accuracy and durability. Detail blade provides the utmost precision & control to define your style. Includes hold-all storage base, oil, cleaning brush, mustache comb, charger, and English/Spanish instructions.
3:53 am on July 2nd, 2009
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good product
Good product
. I use it on my whole beard with no guard for that 5 o’clock shaddow look. Had it for a month and the motor is already feeling like it’s losing power, but it is…
4:14 am on July 2nd, 2009
The 1st Wahl trimmer that I purchased failed within a few weeks. I posted my review on Amazon and was contacted soon after by a Wahl representative. He offered an opportunity to change my opinion about the product and sent me a replacement unit free of charge.
I did buy a different brand trimmer when the 1st failed but it’s the Wahl that I depend on for everyday use. The replacement trimmer doesn’t cut to the short length that I prefer.
The Wahl’s 11 position guard is more than adequate. I use level 1 for a cut that’s a few days more than the stubble look. I tried the stubble guard but didn’t really have a need for it. The battery life is very good. I use the trimmer 3-4 times a week and charge it after 3 weeks or so. It can also be used while it’s being charged.
I was quite impressed that someone from Wahl took the time to read user reviews about their products and to personally respond. The reason I purchased the Wahl trimmer is because of brand familiarity and especially because my barber recommended it. My review is based on extended use of the replacement trimmer and I am more than satisfied with it. It’s less expensive than the other brand I purchased and it works great.
10:44 am on July 2nd, 2009
1.0 out of 5 stars
attachments
the big attachment that you see on the pic goes on and off easily
but the other attachments you have to snap on…and are a MAJOR PAIN to be able get off…
11:45 am on July 2nd, 2009
in buying yet another norelco, phillips, etc…, etc….. The prices were right but I knew they would last just as long as the last 5 that I carefully selected off the shelf of Target, Sears, wherever. Which would be from 7 months to a ripe, old 13 months. So, I was paying for this tool essentially every year, sometimes twice a year, and I didn’t think this was right. And I hated having to search for yet another one after I got used to using the one I had. Ask anyone and they’ll tell you a new beard/mustache/goatee trimmer can be an adventure in a new style when you first use it.
Of course, I liked each one I bought, in terms of functionality and its looks, and it did the job (little did I know). I also almost went with the new Vacuum assisted models (including Wahl’s version) but after reading a couple of reviews I went with this one.
Once I received this gem I knew I was missing out these many years. What a quality piece of engineering. You can feel it as a big difference between the “Consumer” brands, Norelco, and others, etc….
Also, from the first use you can tell the difference in results, I’m still the same uninformed goatee trimming guy I was before I got this but I could see the difference in quality on the first use. It looked like a professional cut versus what I had gotten out of my old Norelco just the week before (still not a pro’s style but that’s my problem not the trimmers).
So my perception was one of instant difference in quality of cut which I think is the result of the blades, motor power and the design of the trim guide attachment. Obviously I didn’t go to any training before getting the Wahl so it had to be the tool itself.
If you want the pleasure of using a quality tool go with a Wahl, as most reviews remark on this aspect I expect most, if not all, enjoy this quality.
One caveat though, I did read where some guys are snapping off the little button that releases the attachment on the head. I don’t think Wahl’s engineers can bring themselves to design anything that won’t last a good long time so the operation of this little button can feel inordinately stiff or difficult. This is absolutely the result of using previous trimmers with latches, buttons, what have you, that are so soft in operation that you feel there is something wrong with the Wahl.
Do as I did and armed with the knowledge of previous guys breaking this thing, have faith that it actually works especially well, press it firmly and then slide the attachment off, which is also a firmer fit then you are likely use to, but, again, have faith and it will go on and off as well as you like, and likely last longer than you might want to believe.
So, I couldn’t be happier with this tool and am looking forward to having it continue to work for a few good years, as I expect it will. In fact, I also bought the nose-hair trimmer and that’s a nice piece of work as well, but that’s another review.
2:36 pm on July 2nd, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
Powerful, reliable, quality trimmer
This trimmer provides strong cut, even for close trims on a thick beard. This works better without turbo than my older trimmer did with turbo.
3:51 pm on July 2nd, 2009
Excellent trimmer! Smooth mechanics and DOES NOT pull hair! Just as promised. Nice weight and ergonomically comfortable in the hand. Would purchase a Wahl again.
9:12 pm on July 2nd, 2009
4.0 out of 5 stars
Well worth the money
I’ve used several “trimming” products over the years. The Wahl does a fine job and has several trim length options – good buy.
9:20 pm on July 2nd, 2009
2.0 out of 5 stars
Fake cradle, design flaw
Wanted to finally replace my old Conair and heard good things about Wahl. I was disappointed that the cradle didn’t actually charge the battery, you have to manually plug into the…
3:03 am on July 3rd, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
Wahl 9877-500
I had purchased one a few years ago, and it did very well. I like it well enough to order another.
4:53 am on July 3rd, 2009
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not a beard or mustache trimmer.
All I can say is that I am completely dissatisfied with this product. It is very cheaply made and a very poor trimmer.
11:40 am on July 3rd, 2009
3.0 out of 5 stars
Barely gets the job done
I have had similar Wahl shaver products in the past and this seems the weakest of the bunch. At first I thought the battery was not charged all the way when I first turned it on,…
12:33 pm on July 3rd, 2009
3.0 out of 5 stars
Works ok
As a basic trimmer it works well. The smaller blade is not very useful. On mine, the battery has had some problems holding a charge.
6:20 pm on July 3rd, 2009
4.0 out of 5 stars
Great for beards and for great price
I bought this to replace a different brand that wasn’t cordless and will say I recommend it. The swivel head is nice for switching from a wide area to a close-in, and I was…