Stainless Steel Lithium Ion+ - 9818A

This is the best groomer ever! I've tried them all and this by far the best. Don't waste money on cheaper groomers. You will be very happy that you purchased this.

OK, I have to say that with this purchase, Wahl has made me a customer for life. I've had this unit for 7 months, and there's no way I'm giving this baby up. The body is solid and heavy, much heavier than I had expected. I don't know if it's just that solidly made or if they have added weights, but when you pick it up, you'll know you're holding a very solid object. That's not a negative, the weight actually makes it a bit easier to control in delicate trimming situations. The blades are also very sharp. You could cut yourself if you use it without a guard. After 7 months of daily use, they remain as sharp as they were. The lithium battery is great. NEVER get anything else. I've recharged this razor twice since I bought it, and once was just to be sure because it had been a long time and I was going on a trip. It doesn't suffer from power fade and it stays charged. In a way, that's a problem, because it goes full throttle until it literally stops. Literally. The charge LED does blink to let you know when it needs charging, but the charge lasts so long that you just don't notice it. That one qualifies as a first world problem - my trimmer charge lasts too long. Please note: the description reads (or at least did read) that the unit includes the adjustable blade. That's incorrect. It includes just about every size and attachment you could ever want, but it doesn't include that accessory. For most guys, that's not a problem. It was for me, however. I called Wahl just to see if such an adjustable attachment was available. That's where they hooked me forever. Ok, first, when I called the 800 number, a human being answered. I know, right? An actual human being! And they were friendly!! I didn't know what to do. What button do you push to say hello? Anyway, I asked for customer service, and she said she would be glad to help me. No transferring me around the system? One would almost think they cared about their customers. I told her what I was looking for and what model I had, and to my surprise, she said, oh yes, they could provide that. I whipped out my credit card to purchase the attachment, and then didn't need it. They were happy to send the part to me free of charge, and they even paid the shipping. She did apologize, however, because it wouldn't be ready to ship for a week or so. I called back about a week later to see if it had shipped (ok, I was impatient and wanted to use my new toy). They had all the information immediately available and confirmed that it had shipped as promised. That kind of service is rare, and the unit could have fallen apart at this point and I still would have bought the next unit from them. So, to sum up, this is a great product from a great company at a reasonable price. You would be a fool to buy anything else. Edit 2015-12-29: I've had requests for a link to the adjustable blade Wahl sent me. I don't have a link, but i have posted a picture so you know what's available.

I bought this as a replacement for my previous trimmer, which was the exact same trimmer (just an older model). I had the older trimmer for a LONG time with no issues until recently when the power button broke, rendering the entire unit useless. I think the only real upgrade on this newer model is the power cord and the bigger carry pouch. Also, the blade guards are different from my older model, but I am able to use the old guards on the new model (I like the older ones better). So far, this new one is working as expected.

I purchase this Wahl SS2L/9818 trimmer thinking it was a T line up as a barber trimmer. I guess I didn't read the description. The Wahl beard trimmer has a good battery life and the build quality is top notch; the case is made of stainless steel. I like the quick change blade attachment but if you are looking to use this as a barber trimmer for line ups it doesn't cut very well, but there is an attachment you can order directly through Wahl is part number is SKU-02229-100 All in all I would purchase this trimmer based on its versatility, long charge life & build quality at this price range.

I ordered this from Amazon, and received it Jan.29 of 2019. I had Wahl corded clippers that I had been using for more than 10 years. They weren't particularly well taken care of, but they had lasted a long time. I would trim my hair and beard the same length, ranging from 3/8ths of an inch to 1 inch, but they were wearing out. I found these on Amazon, and BECAUSE they were a Wahl product, they were my choice. Now, I use these to cut hair and beard, and while they are smaller, and perhaps not as quick at cutting hair as my old Wahls, they work for me, taking a little longer, but more control, and easier to use often. Their power is enough - but if hair (not beard) is the only use, there are better options perhaps. But, right out of the box, some problems. In the instructions. and the reviews, a red "plug" was supposed to be included that prevents the clippers from being turned on accidentally, wasn't included. I could live with that. But in the directions the charging light was supposed to go off when fully charged, this light remains on. I was so disappointed. Felt I had to send it back - because although it worked, charging problems could mean bigger issues. I emailed Wahl, and called, and had the best service experience I've had in a LONG time. Like, FOREVER long time. Customer Service was friendly and accommodating. Polite chit chat, asked for my address, and just said they'd ship me another one. I received the new one 2/7 2019. Very fast service! I did notice that this one also was missing the red safety plug. I read the instructions on the replacement clippers, and they were slightly different. In fact, no red safety plug, and the light stayed ON when the clippers were fully charged. So, they had sent me the wrong instructions with the first unit! They both work perfect. So 5 stars for the product and it's function. and 5 stars for a customer service that was so helpful, I asked several times if more information from me was necessary. How can you go wrong with a well reviewed product, at a fair price, that the company backs up 110%? You can't!

UPDATE - DECEMBER 2015 - After my review update of April, this trimmer went downhill decisively, and yet maddingly random and sporadic. Frankly it's been driving me nuts for 8 months. I have been SO busy with other things that addressing this faulty trimmer had not been at the top of my list, so continued to make me CRAZY. When I plug the charger cord into the trmmer, pushing the plug all the way in DOES NOT solve the problem as it seemed to briefly. The LED was flashing randomly with the charger plugged in, more or less corresponing to wiggling it, SOMETIMES, the LED would not light at all -- seeming to indicate the plug is not making contact and it's not charging. THEN, WHEN I REMOVED THE CHARGER PLUG, THE TRIMMER TURNED ON! Truly bizarre. Never has it just charged normally when I plugged it in. Also, several times when I plugged the charger plug in, the trimmer it went on! It would appear that the electronic control cirucuit on these trimmers are defective (many other reviews showing similar symptoms). This is going from 4 stars to one, and I will contact Wahl's customer service to see what happens. I see from reviews that some customers received a replacement which also had the same problem. Clearly I was overly hasty to give this product a good review, given the downhill experience since I bought and reviewed it. (Don't review this kind of product so soon after you buy it.) (PREVIOUS) UPDATE - APRIL 2015 - When I plugged the charging cord into the shaver, the light indicating that it charging was flickering randomly and I discovered that the "charging" indicator light when on and off when moving the plug and socket where it plugs into the shaver --- seeming to mean that there's a bad connection inside the socket inside the clipper body. I was planning on calling the company and returning it, but didn't get around to it. HOWEVER, I THEN REALIZED THAT I WASN'T PUSHING THE PLUG ALL THE WAY INTO THE SOCKET. APPARENTLY YOU MUST PUSH IT IN WITH SOME FORCE, UNTIL IT CLICKS INTO PLACE. After I discovered that and was careful to push it in hard all the way it seemed to be OK. I've been otherwise happy with it, because it gets the job done. However another minor complaint is that the design of the body isn't very ergonomically efficeint --- the designer probably didn't use a focus group, etc. It is a simple, univorm very smooth (slipery) shape, and since it's exactly the same on all sides, you cannot tell by feel which side is which. Assuming I'll keep this and not return it, I'm likely to cover the body, possibly with that mesh rubber shelf liner stuf that has a strong gripping friction. This will allow a more secure grip on the clipper. (End of April 2015 update) Original reveiw: This is well worth the additional cost. I have power tools and know well the benefits of lithium-ion battery power. (Good lithium-ion power tools are expensive, but one truly doesn't regret having paid it, very much worth the cost --- tons of power for the weight and very durable.) I bought this to replace a rechargeable Wahl that had a special rechargeable Ni-cad battery, and it seemed to cut in and out (fast, slow fast slow) very irritating, I tried everything possible to fix it, and nothing worked. It seemed like a junk toy that way. To be fair, I didn't oil the cutter regularly, which maybe many users fail to do, and possibly may have made some difference. I'm going to try to lube this one regularly with mineral oil, available inexpensively from any drugstore. This kind of clipper should be lubed on a regular baisis. In summary, it seems surprising that any company sells such junk and at the same time also sells the very best available quality products, which this clipper clearly is.

Update....I change my rating of this product to a five-star now because the company did make amends for the lost money order. I want to thank them very much for what they did and that's why I'm changing my rating. I forgot I even wrote this review until I just noticed it today. So I figured I better change the rating now since I noticed it here. I have the new head for the shaver and it works like a charm. As I say this is always been a good shaver,it was just a misunderstanding with the company.all is good and thank you again for everything!!! :-) Original review below..... I have to give this Shaver Kit the lowest rating I can because of the company's incompentency!! First off this shaver does NOT include the foil shaver heads. Granted, I knew that PRIOR to ordering this shaver kit . But that wasnt the issue. I didnt think it was going to be a problem ordering the extra heads direct from the WAHL company itself as they said I COULD with no problem!! I emailed them and they gave me all the info that I needed to order the heads direct from them and thier prices was literally HALF the cost of what third part sellers on Amazon were selling them for. I asked WAHL if i could send them a money order since they DID NOT have any Amazon acount to purchase from or else i would have ordred from thier Amazon store. But they DIDNT. so i had to send them a money order!. As i say they gave me all the information to order them.. SO i sent them a money order on NOVEMBER 8th. Money order was purchased on the 8th and sent out same day!.It was total of 20.95 for two heads and shipping cost. Now mind you this letter only had to go from Northern NY to Conneticut. The letter was supposedly delivered with in that week. But they litterally LOST it in thier company. It has been OVER a MONTH now and it still has NOT been cashed as of yet ...so I guess that shouldnt be an issue, right? .. It isnt like i am out the money ..... But YEAH in away i am because i called the place i got the money order from and they said that it will cost me 15$ initital fee to get a refund. So all i would be getting back is $5.95 Now to me that is NOT worth it at all!!! But a friend of mine said he WOULD actually get the refund just to be satisfied that the money order wasnt going to be cashed later from someone at WAHL company and pocketing it. Granted he made a VERY GOOD point because WHO knows what they would do once i completely write it off and forgot all about it. Boom they cash it and put the 20 bucks in thier pocket. But here's the clicker, i would have to get YET ANOTHER money order for the initial of $15 just to send back to the actuall HQ of the Money Order Company just to get a refund and stop payment on the first money order!!!.. Yeah and watch that one get lost too??? Now I ask you all.... what would you do?!?! I guess someone from WAHL is making a nice $20.95 tip from me!!!

Working perfect after 5 years

Gorgeous stainless steel body, blades are sharp, holds the charge really well. I had braun and phillips before of the similar kind of product, both were total garbage. This is made so much better and actually holds the charge, unlike the Braun and Phillips one, which would so much charge even when not in use, so every time I used it, the battery would be flat. Only negative would be the on/off button. It is not very responsive, often needs persuasion and several presses to turn on. That's the only thing that I would improve, perhaps attachments can be improved to feel a bit more premium and durable too, although let it be said none have broken or anything

Happy we bought it!

Nice

I nearly vomited in my hands when I opened the battered-up box and removed this product, as it was covered in the previous owners hair clippings. Absolutely vile. I cannot tell you how disgusting this is. Terrible terrible terrible

This is professional grade stuff. Charges extremely fast. The look, feel and finish is top notch. The guides are so well designed, you just can't go wrong with the hair cut. Highly recommended if you wish to get the haircuts at home. The results though will look professional.