Is it really any good? Seems like it's #1 pitcher on Amazon, with a whopping amount of reviews, but it seems like every 4-5th review reports cracking after few days of use, WITH proper care. This is a b-day present and I don't want to buy something...
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I love it. Have been using it for several months, just bought one for my son. I always wash it by hand, as I read that many reviewers said it got hairline cracks in the pitcher. Since I wash it by hand, never had that problem (again after months of use). The key is to always keep the water level above the fruit, or the fruit will go bad quicker. The fruit lasts about a week (plus). My favorites are cantelope, watermelon (but that only good for about 5 days) and raspberries. If you use raspberries, only use frozen ones. Hope this helps. If you decide to get it, make sure to pass this information on to the receiver of the gift.
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I bought this for a gift myself and my husband was/is very happy with it. We used it more in the summer than we are now though but when we used it, it was on a daily basis. It has not shown any signs of cracking. I would feel comfortable telling you to buy it as a gift. My sister bought one for herself but was not too happy with using it but not because of it's quality, she thought she would like it but she didn't try hard enough to find a fruit combination that she would like. What I am saying is that make sure the person you are buying it for already likes that kind of stuff. I knew that my husband would and he did. I bought this for a gift myself and my husband was/is very happy with it. We used it more in the summer than we are now though but when we used it, it was on a daily basis. It has not shown any signs of cracking. I would feel comfortable telling you to buy it as a gift. My sister bought one for herself but was not too happy with using it but not because of it's quality, she thought she would like it but she didn't try hard enough to find a fruit combination that she would like. What I am saying is that make sure the person you are buying it for already likes that kind of stuff. I knew that... » Read More I bought this for a gift myself and my husband was/is very happy with it. We used it more in the summer than we are now though but when we used it, it was on a daily basis. It has not shown any signs of cracking. I would feel comfortable telling you to buy it as a gift. My sister bought one for herself but was not too happy with using it but not because of it's quality, she thought she would like it but she didn't try hard enough to find a fruit combination that she would like. What I am saying is that make sure the person you are buying it for already likes that kind of stuff. I knew that my husband would and he did. « Show Less
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The sliding shaft broke??? Wow, that's almost inconceivable but contact the seller, they put a lifetime guarantee on their product. How did you manage to break that? Were you trying to juice a baseball?
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Hey Man, I bought this machine almost a year ago today. Love it, no issues. About the reverse feature, it is great for sanding to a high level for the ultimate smooth. If you sand just one direction, some fibers can just get bent over. Reverse it and sand those off. Do I use it every day, no, do I use it, absolutely. Is it a determining factor in buying this machine? That depends on what you are turning and skill level. If you are doing bowls, it is a must. J!
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We used ours once, then washed it in the dishwasher. The lid shrunk just a little, and now will not fit over the pitcher, making it useless to us. It's possible that we put it in the bottom rack, so it may be our fault. Learn from my mistake!
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The one I recived from Amazon seems to be of very high quailty. I haven't had any trouble with mine, and would purchase again.
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Thanks for the tip - will check it out. We use it personally. The first Tempest lasted 12 years. I got tired of all the others' blades breaking and before you realize it, you are ingesting miniscule pieces of blade! Not so with the Tempest. Have had the replacement Tempest for almost 3 years now. They pulverize ice and frozen fruits without lumps. I don't care about the 2 year warranty based on having owned one for 12 years. Sure, for reassurance, a 5 year warranty would be great, but then they'd probably raise the price unnecessarily. Oh - and also, I experienced stuck chunks of fruit in the other brands' containers in the "corners". The Tempest Wave Action eliminates that problem. Thanks for the tip - will check it out. We use it personally. The first Tempest lasted 12 years. I got tired of all the others' blades breaking and before you realize it, you are ingesting miniscule pieces of blade! Not so with the Tempest. Have had the replacement Tempest for almost 3 years now. They pulverize ice and frozen fruits without lumps. I don't care about the 2 year warranty based on having owned one for 12 years. Sure, for reassurance, a 5 year warranty would be great, but then they'd probably raise the price unnecessarily. Oh - and also, I experienced stuck chunks of fruit in... » Read More Thanks for the tip - will check it out. We use it personally. The first Tempest lasted 12 years. I got tired of all the others' blades breaking and before you realize it, you are ingesting miniscule pieces of blade! Not so with the Tempest. Have had the replacement Tempest for almost 3 years now. They pulverize ice and frozen fruits without lumps. I don't care about the 2 year warranty based on having owned one for 12 years. Sure, for reassurance, a 5 year warranty would be great, but then they'd probably raise the price unnecessarily. Oh - and also, I experienced stuck chunks of fruit in the other brands' containers in the "corners". The Tempest Wave Action eliminates that problem. « Show Less
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I bought mine through Amazon and they usually have a satisfaction guarantee with anything sold through them. However, it's worth the price to at least try it...and I doubt you'll want to return it. It takes such a little that it lasts a long time!
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Good reviews.....I was cleaning mine just this week & broke off 1 wand circle.....better to rinse it like the other suggestion & when storing .....wrap in a grocery bag ( or ) !!
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We have had ours for a couple of months now. We like it very much - never had the problem that you are talking about. Like anything new, it is a good idea to use it a few times by heating it up and throwing away the water. The only thing about it is that it is a bit slower to heat up than our previous kettle. We discovered the reason is that the heating element is sealed below. One could actually brew tea in this model - looks like it would be easy to clean because of the design.
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Although I was VERY careful using and cleaning it, it did not last long. I didn't even recycle it to a thrift shop. I saw it in a retail store this week.....for MUCH less than I paid for it through Amazon. It was exactly the same......not really a bargain since it would be thrown away too. I agree with Sasha: I would be interested in a QUALITY version.
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Jesse, That's the same question that I would like to have answered. We will need to call the Manufacturer and hope they give us an honest answer. We do not have the capability to truly discern if the pitcher leeches chemicals, but the Manufacturer or the US Testing LAB (someone help me with the name) should already know. That's where I would call to see if it's even been tested yet. The FDA isn't really concerned with our health and welfare so don't even bother calling there. I hope that you can get the answers for all of us - the ones who have bought and ones that want to buy. Glass is the only product that I know that does not leech chemicals, this is a type of plastic. They covered only BPA-free. Their website is www.takeya.com, they have a Contact page with their addresses, phone numbers, and an email form. 714.374.9900 x 314
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it's plastic....put it can still break. . . as I found out this evening. sigh. I'm sure it'll be cheaper to just buy a whole new unit rather than replace the pitcher. I may decide to get a nutri ninja. I may just get nothing. #sadface
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I liked the looks of the pitcher,,nice thick glass,,,I have not used it yet as I wanted it and the sugar bowl on hand for company. I had a problem with the packaging tho..I ordered a butter dish, a creamer, and 2 sugar bowls,,,the butter dish was chipped, one sugar bowl was totally damaged...although bubble wrap was secured around each item the box was over sized and contents bounced around loosely...I did not send it back,,,,I threw the broken items away....I just tried the pitcher,,,,one small drip from the spout.
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It's all about how you handle it. Consider it a collectible, made from plastic and metal cast. If dropped on its head I could see it possibly breaking. I personally haven't had any issues. It's dropped once or twice and it works just the same as ever. I did have to return the first one I'd ordered because the tip wasn't glued sufficiently. If was loose and sort of rattled around on its base. Had I dropped that one on hardwood floor I could totally see it breaking. But that's why I returned it. Just inspect it well, handle with care and you'll be okay. ☺��
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I have only had it for a few weeks and totally love it. It's a $20.00 pitcher that is saving me lots of money on soft drinks and bottled water. If I have to replace it every year, I think I am okay with that.
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Return it. I got mine in unbroken condition, and I've used it for over a year now and have had no problems whatsoever. I've read the reviews from others saying their pot arrived broken. I guess I lucked out with a gentle deliver person. I think the tea pot is great.