I want to use it for opening oysters, sea urchins etc. - do you think it gives enough protection for that? Have you tried it with such stuff?
568825
I have not used them for such, however I have found very useful in protecting my finger when using the mandolin slicer and don't see any reason for them not to be very helpful. Good luck
568826
Doubtful. This are light weight, and more for protecting against accidental grazes with a blade. I used to work in a seafood restaurant, and the shuckers there used cloths, folded over for thickness. The blade on an oyster shucker is reletively dull, and you want something that can protect against a blunt point, pushed with a fair amount of force, vs. these, which protect against sharp blades with relatively light force. Hope that helps.
568827
I'm sure they would be adequate for that. I have not used them while holding a sharp knife and shucking oysters is not the same as using a super sharp mandolin. Besides that, they are advertised as "cut & slash resistant" and not cut proof. Good luck
568828
I would say they would be a great asset to shucking clams/oysters but after reading the following review ... use caution. they are not a guarantee. "1.0 out of 5 stars Avoid these gloves December 26, 2011 By Berry Book Pro Size Name:Large First, I've been a carver for 50 years and using safety gloves for the last 15 years. I can't say enough about how important it is to use at least one glove on the hand holding your work. These gloves, however, are one step above useless, and because they were a gift, I have to say that it was the thought that counts--and not much more! No safety glove is puncture proof, and they all say that. However, I had used these BladeX5 gloves for about an hour and cut myself on the tip of my index finger. This was NOT a puncture wound. The blade of my detail knife cut a nice HOLE across the tip and, of course, my finger bled nicely as a result. The previous glove I used has lasted for ten years and I've never had a real cut! So, find some other brand to try before resorting to these. Better to donate blood to the Red Cross."
568829
I haven't, but since it protects against sharp knives, I should think it would do the trick.
1731390
I wouldn't recommend it. While sharp and sturdy, I doubt it would withstand repeated blows or any type of blocking (I've used mine against cardboard and other soft materials and it already has a few small chips).
1479686
Yes, I would say so! I have used it for SOO many things, it seems to be pretty much universal. It is extremely sturdy once it Is all the way dry!
650487
Yes it can be used for this purpose. You can see evidence of this all over YouTube and other places. It's true that there are spring-punches specifically marketed for glass breaking, but they are the exact same product. I keep this tool in my drivers door for exactly this purpose.Ultimately however, there are better tools for underwater escape. Using a spring like this is much more likely to result in you slicing open your arm than hammer-style alternatives.
1451392
I used it for snorling in the Bahamas, I think it would be good because it doesn't float. It does fill up with water though and it's kind of hard to get it out .
2038491
I've used it to open a men's sports watch. I hope that is sufficient information.
766324
I've only used it for citrus, but think it would work well as it has a good soft area for the fruit to land.
753049
We use this for jian shu sparring (steel core with poly cover) with full sword strike, punch and kick allowed and it is taking a beating well. I agree with the other person that.at leas a little moleskin if not ear plugs (wouldn't be a good idea with jian shu) is a good idea as it can get ringy without.
1094745
no it is useless at cutting wood even so sea shells are very unlikely to be cuttable with it.
1607265
The openings would be a bit skinny for that purpose, altho it might work. It's super heavy for cutting boards or cookie sheets, or lids. Surely Amazon has a better choice for you as you might be disappointed with this one for wraps.
52940
It seems pretty durable to me. Although I do carry it in a bookbag with a laptop sleeve as well, so it's pretty well protected. As long as you aren't using it as a weapon or a hammer, it should work pretty well for you.
2018759
It is made to pick up screws and other small objects. I wouldn't use it in water.
647340
My crew was using these to pick up and move hot oysters and grill pieces and they worked well for that. They have a rubber or vinyl coating that looks like it might possible melt if you moved glowing coals. Perhaps a wet leather glove would be more suitable.
577448
I have used them for clam shell . But, I just cut along my item to open the package. The plastic will pull apart.
1583200
As an edc (every day carry) at any job where you may have to open a box on delivered items.myself,I use it to cut straps on the boxes that frozen lobster come in.works well on the typically difficult to open hard plastic used to package countless items nowadays.
2130307
Hi, I haven't actually used mine yet, but it appears to be sturdy, and yes, it should hold small seashells. Good luck! :)
1824260
I use it to make sushi. It works well with the flavoring I use to make the sushi with the nori (seaweed) on the outside of the sushi roll.