I had one just like Austin's Norelco at one time and really liked it (in fact I think I bought it in 1980). Had the 2 head one for a short time another time, it's just not the same. Later I had a Braun and I think it did do a pretty good job. The motor finally gave out after about 15 years.
I'd buy another Braun, and may one day for when I'm looking for something quick, but I do it manually the vast majority of the time. I use Schick razors, but they have two blades. Personally, I have not found the 3, 4, or 5 blade ones that abound any better, so I stick with them. They have a little thing between the blades to push to clean them, which I like.