Is the helper handle effective? Also, do you like the wooden rather than the plain steel handles? Thanks!
1669343
This wok is heavy, and to me it's effective to manipulate the wok and clean it with one hand. The wooden handle still in perfect shape after a couple years, I use it on a ceramic stove top. I never had or used a wok with steel handles, so I can't compare.
1669344
I just very much like this wok. Yes, I do find the wooden handle helpful. I have nothing to criticize about it, and just grow more fonder of it every time I use it! Always, Hope
1669345
The helper handle is great. The wok can be heavy when it is full, so the helper handle is a lifesaver. The handle does get as hot with the wooden handle. The wok is great quality
1669346
When you divide the food, the helper handle is a must. Also being wood, the handles never get hot.
1730532
My handles are actually quite lighter due to the handles being made of the American Oak. It isn't a negative thing to me. I like it much more than the bold yellow color.
1140446
I actually stopped using mine. It works fine (as long as you don't overdo it and break the handle) but I got tired of the constant clean up and it takes up a lot of space. I also found it necessary to clean after each use because of fruit flies. It's just as easy for me to chop scraps up while I'm cooking.
1191271
It's not too bad. If you like a larger handle this is perfect with a traditional wood feel. Just tighten it and your good to go
622502
The handles are the weak point. Any "holes" in the metal will weaken it. But depending on your skill level and target material, they are pretty good. A novice like me throwing at a "mill end" .. a large flat slice of a tree.. Mine broke at the handle. However, throwing at thick layers of cardboard, they've been perfect.
1923259
The handle is steel but the grip is wooden, painted blue, while the shaft is also wood. Great shovel for pushing snow but a little too heavy for constant shoveling.
1789927
Either one will work well with wooden knife handles. Any wood treatment will help preserve the wood and keep it from drying out
426739
Yes, absolutely! This tool will make your life much easier. I hit the handle with a regular hammer and it wouldn't budge. If you have the same problem, I suggest using a mini sledge or dead blow. Good luck!
2240569
yes it has the helper handle. It works so nicely, you have to make sure not to use metal objects in it. I love it.
2184339
Though the picture doesn't show the helper handle, the cobalt teapot DOES have it. Considering the size and the weight once it's fully filled, it is a great feature to have as it helps you evenly hold to pour and it regulates the stress off of the main handle. Highly recommend it!
694128
ciao! the helper handle is the smaller handle at the opposite end of the regular, long handle. in the photo, it's on the left side. it's so you can pick the skillet up from both sides without spilling the contents.
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The handle is stationary which I find appealing. You can push it in front of you or pull it behind.
1508766
I have had no problems with the handle. It doesn't get hot and hasn't loosened at all. Please note however that when I tighten the upper portion to the bottom I do not use the handle for leverage. I grip the body of both the top and bottom to tighten. Also what is difficult to see in the pictures is that the black plastic on the handle is made of two pieces which run vertically along both sides of the handle and leaves a strip of the metal exposed. It doesn't seem to affect usability though. It's just something that was not apparent from the photos.
930619
I'll be going to a craft store some and I'm going measure the width and see if I can find the smallest but efficient handle. Wish me luck! Plus double Thanks for answering my question!
148185
I gave it to a friend of mine as a gift so I haven't used it myself but he and his wife had problems with other can openers so far I have heard no complaints from either of them using this one they both liked the fact there is a nice big handle to hold on this one. Hope this helped
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Actually shortening the handle would probably be a good idea, mine came fairly long and would throw better if it was shortened, not to mention be more manageable with shorter length. And using a different wood shouldn't cause a problem either; with heavy use you'll eventually have to get a new handle anyways and its a 'primitive' tool/weapon, so whatever you do it'll likely work out.
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Yes, the handle is steel with a wooden dowel where the hand-grip is. I do notice that it can tend to get a little cold on your hand when shoveling in very cold. I have spent over 15 hours pond-shoveling with this and the grip is pretty nice, sturdy wood, just a little cold at times.