If men did not have hair trimmers, we might as well go back to the Stone Age. A groomer is required to maintain a clean and attractive appearance, and it has become an essential need for a man on a daily.
That said, this article discusses Panasonic’s body trimmer ER-GK60. Panasonic produces a broad series of electrical shaving devices and beard trimmers. However, the brand launched the i-Shaper line, which produces V-shaped hair trimmers, making it its first body groomer.
The ER-GK60 is a full-body groomer that is rechargeable and cordless. When grooming underarms, legs, chest, and other areas, the product is designed to be thorough and gentle on the skin.
In a hurry? Here is a quick overview of the Panasonic Body Trimmer ER-GK60-S
Panasonic Body Hair Trimmer for Men Multiple Attachments 40 Minutes Run Time Proects Sensitive Skin Trim As Close As 0.1mm
Complete Review of Panasonic ER-GK60-S Body Trimmer
When it comes to body trimmers, Panasonic’s ER-GK60-S has become one of the most popular models. Here’s everything to know about it.
V-Shaped Head
The trimmer has an unusual design that distinguishes it from other body hair trimmers. Unlike other trimmers, which have blades perpendicular to the body, the position of the cutter in the Panasonic ER-GK60-S is longitudinally relative to the person’s body.
Panasonic claims the new approach with their slim V-Shaped head allows the user to trim areas difficult to reach easily. The head is shaped like a wedge and can be used on either side. This is a specific benefit because you can use either hand to hold it.
Although it appears to be an idea that will solve many problems, it has some trivial flaws in terms of performance.
Trimmer attachments
The device is sold with a total of 3 comb attachments that may be used to achieve any hair length that is desired. When used in delicate spots, such as the crotch, the 2mm attachment is required. It is referred to as a ‘Skin guard attachment’. It has 2 comb attachments for hair lengths ranging from 3-6 mm. The thin blade also enables you to cut hair as short as 0.1 mm in length without using any of the attachments.
Rounded edge blades
The curved and rounded ends of the Panasonic ER-GK60 blades lower the risk of cuts and let you use the trimmer without any attachments. Bear in mind how the skin guard should always be used whenever the device is used on delicate areas, such as the groin. The safety and efficiency of this type of blade design will be discussed later on.
Cordless, Wet & Dry Operation
Since the trimmer is waterproof, rinsing it with water or using it while showering or with shaving cream is safe. It functions without a cord and has a rechargeable battery that allows you to use it for approximately 40 minutes, as claimed by Panasonic.
Build Quality And Ergonomics
Although the Panasonic ER-GK60-S is purely made of plastic, it is of top quality. There is no bending, clanking, or rough surfaces, and the trimmer has a solid, well-made feel. Other body groomers have comb attachments that are frequently weak and unappealing. The Panasonic product is comparably better when it comes to this, and it is good and sturdy.
The 3 comb attachments are included with the Panasonic ER-GK60
The problem for most body trimmers is that they get jammed or skip over wet skin. So, if you sweat slightly, shaving without baby powder is usually a chore. Luckily, the 3 comb attachments comprised in the Panasonic ER-GK60-S kit have a distinct advantage as they glide smoothly over damp skin. Sweat is not a concern with this trimmer; it works effortlessly. Due to the material and its shape, all three attachments move seamlessly over the skin.
The body groomer is relatively light, and it weighs 137 grams, which is less than the weight of the double-head Philips groomers. The Panasonic product is pleasant to use due to its lightweight and slim design.
It has a ribbed and matte finish to its body, which offers a good grip despite not being covered in rubber. With its unusual V-Shaped head, this device works very well when using it or how you hold it. This aspect will be discussed further in the performance section.
Battery life & Performance
The primary concern with the ER-GK60-S is its battery life. It comes with a NiMh battery that is rechargeable. It only lasts 40 minutes when used without the cable, and it requires a long 8 hours to fully charge to 100%.
Li-ion batteries became more popular in recent years, and this is so because NiMh batteries are infamous for losing charge even when unused. For example, you must continuously charge the groomer for 18 hours once every 6 months to store energy in the battery.
Although it’s chargeable whenever you want, Panasonic recommends that you do so after withdrawing the battery completely. Optimistically, the device lasts an impressive 1.5 hours on only one charge, more than nearly twice the 40 minutes claimed by Panasonic. The ER-GK60-S is one of the top body-groomers in this category.
When the groomer is placed on the charging stand, a red led light illuminates. But even if the battery reaches full charge, the light does not turn off.
In different parts of the world, the input voltage ranges from 110-120v to 220-230v. As a result, there is no global voltage adapter that permits European chargers to be used in the United States (unless a separate voltage converter is used).
The ER-GK60-S comes with 1 attachment for delicate areas and 2 combs though it can also be used without any attachments. Its usages range from manscaping, trimming leg hair, armpit hair, chest hair to hair on the forearms, as well as abs.
All-in-all it is a mixed product with excellent battery autonomy, which makes up for the cons.
Bottom Line
Panasonic is an internationally known company renowned for its electrical products. Their trimmer, ER-GK60-S, is one of the best models made for body grooming. Being a dry and wet shaving/trimming device, the device can be easily cleaned and stored, and it does not cause any harm to your skin.
This trimmer is highly recommended to people with delicate skin, and we suggest you give it a try. Panasonic markets this trimmer as an all-in-one solution for a man’s grooming needs and it doesn’t fall short on that.
