Can this can opener be used easily by a left-handed person?
2086881
The one I received is a right handed can opener, and you could hold it with the handles away from you but it makes it awkward to use that way, and not just because I'm not left handed.
2197455
I am right handed, but I did try it just to see if I could open a can with my left hand and it seemed to work ok. I hope this is helpful to you.
525922
I actually went to the kitchen and checked whether you could twist the handle with your left hand. You cannot. But the handle twists VERY easily so if you have even just a little bit of strength in your right hand, I believe it would be easy to use. I just love mind and it has lasted for many many years and still opens cans easily - but I am right handed.
352339
I can use it with either hand and it works so well, I have begun to use it all the time. Good luck!
658579
I am left handed and just tried this can opener using only my right hand. It was possible with a little extra dexterity in the right hand fingers. I had to lift up the handle/blade first, then place the can (medium size can of chili beans) under the blade and lower the cutter and hold the can in place and push down on the handle to start the cutting and hold the can in place all at the same time. So I would say it is possible on small to medium cans with one hand. It will just take a little extra time.Don't think it can be done with large heavy cans that will require one hand to operate the opener and one hand to hold the large can. Hope this helps. I am left handed and just tried this can opener using only my right hand. It was possible with a little extra dexterity in the right hand fingers. I had to lift up the handle/blade first, then place the can (medium size can of chili beans) under the blade and lower the cutter and hold the can in place and push down on the handle to start the cutting and hold the can in place all at the same time. So I would say it is possible on small to medium cans with one hand. It will just take a little extra time.Don't think it can be done with large heavy cans that will require one hand to operate the... » Read More I am left handed and just tried this can opener using only my right hand. It was possible with a little extra dexterity in the right hand fingers. I had to lift up the handle/blade first, then place the can (medium size can of chili beans) under the blade and lower the cutter and hold the can in place and push down on the handle to start the cutting and hold the can in place all at the same time. So I would say it is possible on small to medium cans with one hand. It will just take a little extra time.Don't think it can be done with large heavy cans that will require one hand to operate the opener and one hand to hold the large can. Hope this helps. « Show Less
712899
Not with one hand, but it's a one hand open. There are great videos on youtube that show all the features and how to use.
372416
No lefthanders here. You would have to turn the handle with your right hand. It is relatively easy to turn - depends on kind of can that needs opening.
326173
I tried both left and right hand and I was able to use the opener. However, It is best if someone holds the bottle or he sits down and put the wine bottle between his legs. Hope this helps.
1997638
I'm right handed, but I sorta tested it for you and it seemed very flexible. It is definitely made for right handed people but I think you could easily use it left handed due to it's flexibility. Hope that helps.
2225391
Yes. The handles are ambidextrous. They are not shaped in a right handed specific shape.
352342
While holding the opener in your right hand, you would have to push a couple of fingers from the right hand against the other half of the handle to open it up, but it can be done. I am able to use it one handed.
899149
Yes, I'm left handed and it is great design. Easy to navigate with. Recommended.
125653
I believe so. We have not tried it left handed but the setup asks for left or right handedness.
561272
Honestly, I don't know. However, I can tell you that I am left handed and it does't make a difference in operation for me. Additionally, this was an exceptional purchase. It was easy to assemble and use. We use it for almost everything including homemade pizza, and the side burner is really convenient.
525925
Absolutely. As a left-handed person myself, I have no problem turning the crank. I also have severe arthritis in my right thumb and this product helps tremendously. Buy it, you won't be disappointed.
1566515
Yes, no difference which hand you use. I have opened it one-handed both right and left.
1646962
Hi., I am right handed and it was easy to use on the right hand., the only thing was the bristels flatten only after 5 times I used it