I am looking for an opener like this one that my ten year old can operate, do you feel an junior chef in training can use this product?
1888395
My wife and I purchased this opener from bed bath and beyond about 6mos. ago. This opener does work well and is easy to learn. However, It does leave a sharp edge on the can itself and both of us have been cut by the can trying to dig out dog food out of a tall can.I will sell you mine cheap as I am tired of being ultra careful and still getting cut.
1888396
Yes it is very simple to operate, set it atop the can, press the button and it'll do the work. Great device for little hands that can't use the hand operated openers.
1888397
Yes, it is easy to use and seems safer than other types, which require strength and skill. The opener requires the person to shut it off by using the same black button to turn it on before it will stop rotating.
1888398
yes, it's fairly easy...just push button once to open can, then again to shut it off and then it detaches itself.
1888399
This should be as safe as any other motorized kitchen appliance as long as you observe normal precautions like keeping long, loose, clothing and hair and fingers away from moving parts.
327079
My five year old can use it with my help. He hasn't developed the fine motor skills needed to keep the gear teeth meshed, and often skips a few teeth, leading to some frustration.It's hard to say if at 6 years old one could master it completely- that depends on each child's development. But with a little practice maybe they could do it.
1769924
I don't think it could. Best bet is to call customer support at 704-424-5787. This is the best opener I have had in 40 years. Extremely quite. Good luck.
2066749
My son is 11 and is amazing with it now. I'd say it's appropriate for any child who has adult supervision, and once you feel confident that your son/daughter can handle it properly and practices the proper techniques and safety precaution then he/she is able to use it on their own.
711349
I have played with 12-15-year-olds, and it works great. Don't know about 10-year-olds. And I didn't know there was a junior version. Sorry I can't be more definitive.
138476
No! You need a mandolin for that. Or better yet, get a good sharp chef's knife, learn how to keep it sharp and watch a YouTube video or two. It's pretty easy.
15102
My ten and five year old share it. Its ok for target practice in the back yard. It will hurt. I shot my ten year old and he cried, he shot me and I apologized, I didnt think it would sting as much as it did. The sting only lasted about 3 seconds. If your ten year old wants to us it to train to hunt then I suggest something more powerful as this is more of a toy. A good toy none the less.
1566886
I thought so . . . it's a family owned business and I'm really happy with my purchase. I've had the can opener for over 6 mo. and it works great. To answer your question, you might contact the company through their website at www.keetzen.com
1641307
Yes, my daughter is ten and uses it. It's a smaller size so it doesn't take up as much room but is still very functional.
2153535
I believe so. My 10 yr old son is a beginner and just starting lessons, but I wanted to give him something he can grow with.
1794051
I am not sure, maybe not. But, However after about 1 or 2 hours of playing around I can wave it open with ease! but I am sure it is a Great knife. when you get a little of practice.
2041252
Depends on the twelve year old. Any knife is dangerous or destructive in the hand of anyone not mature enough to have one. I'm 48 and I got my first knife when I was 11 or 12.
1073168
If your 10 year old wants play food I would go with this product. I think it's focused toward a younger demographic, but it the best play food I've seen.
883173
yes this would be great for a 10 year old. It has so many options for creativity. My granddaughter loves it and she is 8. I like it because it's easy to use for a younger child but it has the potential to be interesting for her when she is older.
1240365
I would say a 3-4 year old could use with supervision and some help. The grater requires two hands to operate (as do all hand held graters) so and adult or older child would have to steady the grater as the child turned the handle.
1460756
I think it would great for 10 year olds. It's a lovely instrument but it's sturdy.
841269
YES. I bought one for my daughter and loved it so much I bought one for myself. VERY CLEVER KITCHEN TOOL!!