Is this supposed to be easier to use then just a basic can opener?
1764823
No. This can open was made for light duty and easy carry. Great for survival & emergency use but definitely not easier to use than the basic twist-handled opener.
1764824
Its easier to carry than a regular can opener. Its easy if you practice a few times with it.
1764825
This is intended to be ultra light and compact. No, it is not easier...it is not any more difficult either.
1764826
I cant say its easier but it is much smaller and light weight. and gets the job done. I would recommend it if your back packing or putting it in a emergency kit
1764827
Not really,but you can eat out of a can for survival anywhere with this opener in your pocket, its easy to use instead of a sharp knife ,the army used something like this thing, it was called a p38 attached to dog tag.
89058
Yes, the can opener is easy to line up, and then just press the lever down on top and the can is secure until you release the lever again. This one also works for tall cans when other openers do not.
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.
2087523
It only need light pressure to use it, compared to regular can openers. I was surprised myself how minimal strenght is needed. So far, mine is still working perfect.
1037391
The lock feature keep the opener closed with little hand pressure once the can is pierced.....So, that removes the necessity of maintaining a strong grip on the 2 handles when opening a can.Yes, much easier on arthritic hands.
539583
It is confusing, isn't it? Place the front of the opener on the top edge of the can with the turning handle on the top, and with the handles spread apart. Place it so that the edge of the can is between the two cog wheels that are on the underside of the opener, and when in place, close the handles together and turn the handle on the top. It is so smooth and quiet that you don't think that anything is happening, and you cannot see it, because the cut is being made on the top side of the can, not the cover. After making a full turn, remove the opener, turn it sideways and use the little pinch-pliers to remove the lid. Voila! The safest and most convenient opened can you can have! It is confusing, isn't it? Place the front of the opener on the top edge of the can with the turning handle on the top, and with the handles spread apart. Place it so that the edge of the can is between the two cog wheels that are on the underside of the opener, and when in place, close the handles together and turn the handle on the top. It is so smooth and quiet that you don't think that anything is happening, and you cannot see it, because the cut is being made on the top side of the can, not the cover. After making a full turn, remove the opener, turn it sideways and use the little... » Read More It is confusing, isn't it? Place the front of the opener on the top edge of the can with the turning handle on the top, and with the handles spread apart. Place it so that the edge of the can is between the two cog wheels that are on the underside of the opener, and when in place, close the handles together and turn the handle on the top. It is so smooth and quiet that you don't think that anything is happening, and you cannot see it, because the cut is being made on the top side of the can, not the cover. After making a full turn, remove the opener, turn it sideways and use the little pinch-pliers to remove the lid. Voila! The safest and most convenient opened can you can have! « Show Less
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.
977306
It may be worth a try. I believe setting the unit onto the can and pushing the button would be easier than any electric can opener I've seen. However, be aware that my history was ... I had two and they both failed after about 6 months (in both cases, the unit WOULD NOT LET GO OF THE CAN.. the cutting blade was embedded into the can surface and would not retract. If its worth a $20 gamble to you, try it.
2087527
No, with the larger knob, it is much, much easier. I have diminished strength in my hands, and this product definitely makes opening cans so much easier.
1550698
I initially had some trouble with proper placement of the opener on the can, and the operation is so smooth that it was hard to tell if the opener was working - there is none of the typical pop or whosh when the can is punctured. Also, the tiny lid remover takes some getting used to - you can't see it when it is properly on the can. I have had the opener for several months and it is truly the best, easiest and most reliable opener - manual or electric - that I have ever used.
1672043
It works better that the old style openers. My wife and I both have arthritic in the hands. Hope this helps.
653965
Have to agree with Carrie here. I've had the opener for just 4 months and opened maybe 100 cans, and it requires 2 or 3 times around the can to get a clean cut open now.
1055415
honestly i recommend you don't bother.but if you insist, you have to to be near perfectly level and near perfectly square to the tangent line. then while maintaing that position, slide the lever closed. don't let that motion tweak the alignment or you'll have to start over.i sent that piece of junk back and now have the easiest to use can opener. it's the Kuhn Rikon opener. all you have to do is be anywhere near the edge of the can and start turning the crank. it grabs immediately and makes quick easy work (as it should) of removing the lid.
2087525
It is much, much easier to use than any manual can opener I have ever had. Even weak hand strength can use it with ease. My right wrist is fused and this is a blessing.
1333611
Yes it does a good job for me. I open jumbo sized cans quite often for special recipes that require quantities of certain canned vegetables. The best help to get the larger cans opened smoothly are the excellent grip you can get on the stainless steel handles. Go for it it works.
2028999
yes...size of can would not matter....after you complete a revolution of the opener you might not think the can opened...there is no distinct click...plus this opener cuts right under the lid, not thru it...so just work the lid a little after and you'll find it opens cans 'different'...but very nice
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!!!!!!!!!!