How easy is this to open/close? Does it take both hands to operate?
1876216
I just received mine and remembered this question so I wanted to come back to answer it because I don't agree with all the other reviews. I am female with fairly small hands and arthritis in both thumbs. I can open it easily with one hand and, in fact, can't figure out why you would need to hold the canister itself. I just place my hand over the top, depress the button with my arthritic thumb and gently pull up to open. To close, it's just the reverse--push the button in while pushing gently down. Before posting this, I tried it while it was empty to be sure that it would work this easily empty and it does.
599461
you can definitely open it using just one hand, however it's not as simple as lifting a lever or pulling on a latch it's a two step process, you must to press the button with your thumb and then pull.
1566515
Yes, no difference which hand you use. I have opened it one-handed both right and left.
174425
it is not push button automatic but it is very easy to open with index or thumb with a quick flick.
1706862
It takes a little repetition but it gets easier pretty quickly. I find it's easiest to pull the little nub on the back with my index finger, rather than the bar on the blade. Mine opens super quick and easy with just the one finger now. One-handed opening! I love this knife!
1620338
No, but it's not a quick switch. You'll have to pull over and use both hands.
456446
I use it often at work and I've had no difficulty. I'm 6'7" and even with large hands, I find it to be pretty easy to open and close. Like anything, the more it's used, the easier it is to handle.
406868
Per your question, I tried to operate this using only one hand and found it very difficult . I also have one made by Simmons (prosport ) that I can use with only one hand. Hope this is helpful.
1143371
Yes, it is very easy to take it out, you just have to slide both locks and the battery is out.
1626694
It's pretty easy, as I believe the hinge mechanism is assisted with spring tension. I don't believe it's lockable, but when it's full extended, it's pretty tough to accidentally shut it.
1365083
Depends on how little. I would say easier to open then to close but still a bit tough. really depends on the individual.
982443
Yes, its very easy to open one handed. You shouldn't have any problem doing so.
750149
It is tricky but can be done. You will need to use your elbow at most to hold the can if it's liquid inside. If its not liquid then you should be able to. I won't lie it will be hard to turn the side Mechanism that opens the can. The final removal part I was able to do one handed. How ever I am right handed, and this item is made for right handed people. With that said, you both should try culinare's "One Touch Automatic Can Opener". Video of product - http://www.culinare.com/movies/one_touch_full/. It looks as if you don't place it on correctly to the can it may cause opening issues for the item. Or if you use it to open oily cans/dirty/etc it can jam it up. Reviews can be found here -
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.
403677
Yes it does open easy. However I had a elastic colored headband that I use to keep it closed since it didn't come with one attached
849954
No, you need both hands, there is a trigger you pull with one hand on top and then both hands pull a trigger on the underside of the handle. It's easy to do and safe because it won't collapse but you definitely need 2 hands. I agree with the other comment though that it's a super smooth ride and easy to handle with 1 hand while pushing but not the collapsing part!
1565005
I find it very easy to open, right from the get go. You can even do it one handed. Slide the latch with your thumb and pull up on the gate. Then swing it open in either direction. It closes just as easily. Just put it back in place and let go.