not the perfect shaver [SEP] I have been using Philips/ Norelco shavers for the past 12 years; and for the past 5 years, I have been using the 8894 model. for no good reason, I wanted a change and assumed that the new Philips Norelco 1090 would be more improved than the 8894.<br />I was wrong.<br />These are the highlights of the 1090 in comparison to the 8894<br />1. Louder.<br />2. less power; 65 minutes verses 100 minutes<br />3. the shave is not better; practically the 8894 shaves closer.<br />4. Plastic casing; 8894 had a leather travel case.<br />5. Slightly lighter than the 8894.<br />6. All the 10 series, rate the same<br />Bottom line if you have been using the 8894 and want a change; my advice is stick to your old shaver and save the money. If you are buying a new shaver, go for the 7810 instead, as the 8894 is no longer in stock.