Is this designed to pierce the top of the can like the typical "old school" can opener such as a swing-a-way?
492431
Yes, it pierces the top of the can but it does it very close to the edge so that virtually no sharp edge is left on the can. The lid is removed and discarded and its edge is quite sharp. This is not a safe-edge opener such as the "Good Cook Classic 4 in 1 Can Opener".
1959183
No, in spite of what others may indicate, this does not work on larger cans. You'll need to keep two openers in your drawer if this is one of them.
696787
No, but there's a magnet on the front of the can opener (in front of the cutter see red spot in picture) that allows you to use the can opener to "reach" into the can once the lid is cut and remove it without touching it with your fingers. I didn't think I'd use it but I have and it works well. Just rise well between uses.
658580
I don't think so. I have to hold the can with my left hand and push the lever down with my right hand. I open big cans of dog food and they are heavy. The lever does not stay up on it's own while you try to position the can under the cutter. I think it would be very difficult. I hope this info was helpful.
1362368
Yes. Just place opener in a sink or four sided area, so that when the can is released from the locked position it is less likely to tip over. I have limited hand movement, and I have found that using the opener in this way works well for me.
1035200
Possibly, if it were mounted securely enough on a wall where you could apply enough force. I have not tried using mine for that purpose, and I would NOT want to say that it would definitely work.My suggestion would be to cut both ends out of the tin can, flatten the can length-wise, slip the two ends into the flattened can, then partially bend the can across its midpoint to capture the sharp "lids." Yeah, more work. I just drop the lid into the empty can, then throw it into a bag that I put in the recycle bin.
977305
This may be worth a try for your needs however the original model that i purchased from sharper image worked much better than this model. Exact same design but more consistant in opening cans. Sometimes you have to hold down and apply pressure and guide it to cut the lid all the way around. Despite these things the design and style of this opener could be operated with one hand
1116337
Yes. You press the button for a second and the can opener rotates one full circle and then stops. It is always opened after this rotation.
701752
No, just the old fashioned, jagged-ish edge on the lid. This is a good serviceable opener, just not fancy. Ours has been chugging along well and is still working great.
1959185
It does, but you must crank the handle, at least 40 to 50 half turns, which is hard on my hands also if your can if bent anywhere around the rim, your pretty much outta luck with this opener
1111453
i think that might be hard to do. because you hold the can up there and then press down the lever, and the can opener does the rest. no need to hold the can. when the can is done the can opener still holds onto the can. i love this can opener. i highly recommend it. :)
1018754
It cuts from the inside of the top of the can basicly like any other can opener does. I hope this helps.
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.
934609
Yes. Actually, it depends on how far from the ceiling the opener is located. The side peices are about 30" long and need to be cut to work in various situations.
730917
This can opener DOESN'T CUT ANYTHING. It breaks the seal and separates the metal top that is glued onto the metal can. If the top of the can looks like the bottom of the can, it will separate both. If the bottom of the can is a single rounded piece, then it will only take the top off. Looking in my cabinet now I see I have both types.
1083819
No. I don't believe there is such a thing as a SS can opener. I have used mine for 14 years and it still works great. It started rusting years ago where the handles rub in close contact when closing on the can. This is unavoidable-otherwise you would have a loose joint. A little mineral oil would help, but I haven't bothered.
1093686
yes....although you have to be able to hold the can that you are opening....i think there are better one-handedcan openers on the market....try checking the handicapped sites!!!!!!!!!!