Can you drain a can of tuna with the lid after using this can opener on it? Suggestion for smooth edge &amp; tuna?
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No, you can't do the "tuna squeeze" with the lid. The opener doesn't cut inside the sealing ridge, it cuts under it. I have a plastic, eared strainer I use for tuna (among other things). Not surprisingly, Amazon has several available as "tuna strainer", between $5 & $10. You might also find one in the kitchen gadget section of your local store(s).
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Bill, looks like a lot of people have already given the same answer as mine. I use a tin can (originally containing Irish steel cut rolled oatmeal) and cut a slit in the top. I just slip the used blades into the can and dispose of the entire can when full. I've been using the same can for a couple of years and it still isn't close to being full.
2076474
Yes, and I love it. I usually place it on the can so that the "cutting edge" is just touching the can and press the big black button. When it has circled the can I press the button again and pick it up. Sometimes it continues to turn after removing it but it stops as soon as I press the button. It fits snuggly in a drawer just below my counter top and is easily accessable and out of sight.
1159623
Usually it stays in the opener. Couple times it remained on the can, but it is safe to pick up with your fingers. Edges are smooth do not cause any cuts.
381455
I love this can. I had original for 6 years and just got the 2nd for recycling. I would say that maybe the staninless would be better than the plastic. My dog tried to chew open the plastic lid and it has left not-so-nice marks... would maybe be less apparent on the stainless.
539584
hold it horizontally (not vertically as typical opener) squeeze tight and turn nob, it takes a couple times around the can (sometimes going in the reverse direction helps)
481721
With the turner face-up (as you see in the picture) place the can under the opener. Now move the opener to the edge and grip the handles until you feel slight tug, then turn the thumb wheel. It will be so smooth in turning that you might think that it is indeed not cutting the lid. When the wheel turns freely, you're done. Next, there is a niche on the left side of the housing plate, (pliers) to lift off the lid! This opener is the best opener I have EVER used and far superior than any available in the marketplace! Don't give up, you'll be glad you didn't.
717756
All I can say is that when the can is opened by this great opener, there are no sharp edges on it; important if you have a cat/dog who likes to eat whatever tuna's left...
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Sean&Dawn;, we have had the EXACT same problem! This one has been great. It just FEELS more durable, and has worked like a dream. I seriosuly can't believe I'm saying this about a can opener, but it's the truth!
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I purchased this exact model, in my local store, when it first came out years ago. Yes, it is still working, just like new. My wife and I use ours on a daily basis. We have had no trouble with neither shards of metal nor shreds of paper like other reviewers have complained, and the cord continues to retract and portract easily. You really cannot use the lid to push in and strain tuna, but we would not want to do that any (YUCK!), we just use a can strainer made for that specific purpose. We've used and had been through a lot of can openers and this particular one is by far the best we have used to date. Sorry about the rambling on but I wanted to share our particular experience. Hope this helps.
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Yes, that happened with mine, though it was a great can opener before that happened. I do submerge mine, though I don't let it sit in dishwater. I'm going to try using oil on the gears per Jeremy M's comment (thanks, Jeremy) and see what happens. I think contact info is in the reviews on one of these USA-made openers; that will be next step.
1510492
You may have trouble getting it to close onto the can. Sometimes, it takes a little force to break the seal of the can. The smooth operation of the crank arm allows you to turn the handle without moving your hand or wrist. I did a practice can by forming my right hand in a "C" shape while opening the can with a straight wrist. It was harder to open than usual but I could open a can with a minimal amount of strength. It is a lot easier to use than the old can openers from the 70's.
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Hello from Ocean Naturals. We recommend draining the free water in our Skipjack Tuna in Water, but not pressing hard, so you retain moisture. For our Albacore Tuna in Italian Olive Oil, you can drain the oil if you want, but please reserve it since it has infused with the Albacore and is a very flavorful addition to salad dressings, sauces and is delicious over pasta.
1250685
If your can opener is working right, the lid should just lift off. Unfortunately, the last one I bought from Amazon does not completely remove the lid most of the time. The first one I had worked beautifully.
2028997
If you are speaking about the big cans yes that's the reason why I brought it. I would not use it to open cans that need to be drained like tuna because the can opens from the side.
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The thickness of can rims varies widely. You would not notice this with a conventional can opener, but you will notice it with this one. So its effectiveness may vary from the day you buy it. Depending on the variety of cans you buy.As to how long it will last: it is mechanical and is used on metal cans, so it will wear out. That's just reality. If you use thin rimmed cans where you have to go around two or three times it will probably wear out two or three times quicker. Etc. I am here to buy a replacement for one we've owned quite a few years and is wearing out. But it's worth it for the safety factor alone. Our dog can lick the tuna cans without fear of cutting her tongue. :-) The thickness of can rims varies widely. You would not notice this with a conventional can opener, but you will notice it with this one. So its effectiveness may vary from the day you buy it. Depending on the variety of cans you buy.As to how long it will last: it is mechanical and is used on metal cans, so it will wear out. That's just reality. If you use thin rimmed cans where you have to go around two or three times it will probably wear out two or three times quicker. Etc. I am here to buy a replacement for one we've owned quite a few years and is wearing out. But it's worth... » Read More The thickness of can rims varies widely. You would not notice this with a conventional can opener, but you will notice it with this one. So its effectiveness may vary from the day you buy it. Depending on the variety of cans you buy.As to how long it will last: it is mechanical and is used on metal cans, so it will wear out. That's just reality. If you use thin rimmed cans where you have to go around two or three times it will probably wear out two or three times quicker. Etc. I am here to buy a replacement for one we've owned quite a few years and is wearing out. But it's worth it for the safety factor alone. Our dog can lick the tuna cans without fear of cutting her tongue. :-) « Show Less
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Yes, it would be a little more difficult but the liquid will come out of the side of the can instead of the top. But it is still doable. The only downside to this can opener is that I always put the lid inside of the can once the product is out. Now the lid won't fit :-) Still worth this can opener, I love it.