Does the crimper on the handle get in the way? Also - is this made in China?
2086816
No the crimper does not get in the way. As for "made in China"? Don't know that answer. The only thing printed on the pastry blender is "pastry crimper" & "Amco houseworks".
2086817
I called customer service and they told me that it is manufactured in China. :(
2086818
it is made by amco..I do not find any "China made" ! I have arthritis in my hands and the handle works very well . The crimper you face forward and isn't in the way. It is quite large and does an excellent job making crumb topping for cakes and pies !! I give it 10 stars !
2086819
Hi, it is a large handle and I have small hands so it does not get in my way. Also, there is no mention of where the item is made. Thanks
2086820
bought this for my daughter in law. she wanted this specific one. she bakes, so not a problem for her.tried to look on AMCO site, think you will have to contact and ask them where it is made.
2086821
Amco Houseworks, LLC is based in Vernon Hills, Illinois and it is a former subsidiary of Leggett & Platt, Incorporated .. so I assume that it is made in US, but not explicit. Some links bellow for further information.http://investing.businessweek.com/research/stocks/private/snapshot.asp?privcapId=1470792http://amcohouseworks.com/about-us/
2261664
Got this a while ago, it is solid and well made, it is bolted to my work bench so if the "made in china" is on the bottom then we are out of luck, did not see where it was made on anywhere visible on the vise, I have tossed box & papers. I have read the other answers and I just have to shake my head.
1218735
no, it is made in china. Sorry. I wish. If you do get it you will have to remove one blade so that you can get out broken lead pieces that get wedged inside. I really like mine now that I did that.
960293
It's made in China to Zyliss specifications. Not everything in China is poorly made. Some very high quality products are made in China, and this opener is high quality.
611724
I purchased mine last spring and the handle was made of both metal and plastic. The piece you grip is plastic while the sides that go to the tool are metal. It also rotates easily around the tool which I thought would be a problem but it actually was really convenient I thought. I wouldn't hesitate to buy it again for the price, especially compared to name brand electric jackhammers. I've used it to rip up a basement floor, patio, and sidewalk. All with no issues. Sorry this is more info, I've just been really pleased with this tool.
685339
Let's say orthogonal to the handles, yes there are two crimps. Obviously it's completely normal and the way they are built. Since the metal is twisted back like you say, there is no danger of getting cut. This small area as someone else said is almost exactly one inch long.
1723492
I threw the box away but believe it was made in China. More importantly, I have tossed this new kettle away. The handle gets so hot you burn your hand unless you use a pot holder. Almost impossible to pull the cap up to pour with a pot holder around the handle. Totally not like my very old Revere kettle which finally broke down after many/many years of service.
879916
The end of the handle is plastic as is the clamp turner, but the rest is metal. This hasn't been a problem so far.
351948
It seems strong its made in China tho.I know Irwin is good stuff love there vise grips. The best vise would be to find one in a old mans garage.any vise made these days from China.I dont know how good the grade of cast iron is.I bought this vise off Amazon its good for the price.you get what you pay for.
7578
You have to compress the handles till it releases, otherwise you will have an incomplete crimp. I really like it and would recommend it to anyone.
1202636
As with other reviews, mine says made in Finland, no mention of China. I imagine it might be engineered in Finland, perhaps the handle (a pretty damn indestructible plastic from my experience) or the sheath manufactured in China and then the entire axe is manufactured in Finland. This may upset some people, but there are few things we now use which are made in a single country from start to finish. Bottom line, if you want a great hatchet for a great price, buy this.
1096978
I can check tonight, I believe it is indeed made in China, yes it does have some little issues that need touched up. The fence does not go to full 90° due to casting flash and it has a few rough edges. Once these issues are cleaned up it is a very capable saw, just don't force it. Let the blade do the work. get in a hurry and you will end up smoking the blade. I love mine, even with its flaws it is the lowest cost non abrasive blade saw I have found.
564515
I looked on the bottom of my pan and all over it. I see nothing to indicate what country it was made in...sorry. The handle is a separate piece that is screwed onto another metal piece which appears to be spotwelded to the main pan/bowl. I use the pan on average about twice a week and hand wash it. I have had no problems with the handle or anything else concerning the pan since I purchased it. I haven't even had to tighten the screw on the handle.
162139
Mine was made in China, too, which disappointed me at first...however, I believe the engineering is still German. I absolutely love this can opener's smooth operation and even bought one for my elderly grandparents who also really like it. Absolutely beats any handheld can opener I've ever had and I've had it for at least a year or two.
154460
No, it's made in China. However, it's robust and it's the best can opener I'ver ever had to date. in my opinion, the fact that it's entirely guaranteed for five years says it all. I would recommend it's purchase to anyone.
1714487
Yeah, the one I got from amazon is "made in china".Also, after having this for several months now, I don't like it as much. Not worth the price.
564514
The handle is securely attached. No idea where it was made, but at this price you have to figure it's made in China.