topic Re: Manual Can Openers in Kitchen

Manual Can Openers

NickNack — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:06:44 GMT

I don't have a manual can opener, so if the electricity went out I wouldn't be able to open my dog's food. I was thinking about a Kuhn Rikon, but the reviews say that it's hard to get the cans open with it. Is there a brand that you would recommend? One of the reviews suggested Pampered Chef, but they're $32 and I don't want to spend that much. I've been looking on Amazon but can't decide.

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Nonametoday — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:09:35 GMT

It is only hard to get the cans open if you do not follow the instructions or you are too young to read.

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kitty60 — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:09:37 GMT

I just purchased the Kuhn Rukon, I am not mechanical and I have no problem at all. It works great.

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NickNack — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:12:42 GMT

Namealreadytaken and kitty60, thanks. That's interesting then, that the reviews say that. I do always read the directions. With the clean edge of the Kuhn Rikon, would I be able to put the plastic lid on the dog food can, or would it not grip? I guess it doesn't really matter since I would only be using it for that if the electricity went out, but I'm curious about that.

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Goldengate8361 — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:13:56 GMT

I use a $2 one that I picked up at the grocery store. It's not easy to use but I rarely need to use it so I don't mind.

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colliegirls — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:17:44 GMT

I haven't used an electric one in over 20 years. I have a Kitchen Aid can opener, it's inexpensive, fast and easy.

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circles — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:18:37 GMT

I have a kitchenaid one I bought at wal-mart....I don't even own an electric can opener...and I don't like one I have to struggle to work....(Kuhn=Rikon)

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Nonametoday — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:20:26 GMT

On 2/1/2015 NickNack said:
Namealreadytaken and kitty60, thanks. That's interesting then, that the reviews say that. I do always read the directions. With the clean edge of the Kuhn Rikon, would I be able to put the plastic lid on the dog food can, or would it not grip? I guess it doesn't really matter since I would only be using it for that if the electricity went out, but I'm curious about that.

I don't know what kind of food you use but I put the plastic lid on the cat food. Just as an aside: I got all 3 of my sons and their families one of these long ago and the kids in the family figured it out before the parents, and two of them are Mensa's. LOL.

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Mothertrucker — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:25:25 GMT

Kuhn Rikon is difficult to use? I cannot think of anything easier....Maybe using a rubber band or paperclip..AND it takes no hand strength..

Honestly, try it, you can always send back if you do not like it!

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Carmie — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:30:22 GMT

I have 2 of these can openers. They are very easy to use and I can put them in the dishwasher. I threw away my electric one because I had a difficult time keeping it clean.

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NickNack — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:34:47 GMT

On 2/1/2015 namealreadytaken said:
On 2/1/2015 NickNack said:
Namealreadytaken and kitty60, thanks. That's interesting then, that the reviews say that. I do always read the directions. With the clean edge of the Kuhn Rikon, would I be able to put the plastic lid on the dog food can, or would it not grip? I guess it doesn't really matter since I would only be using it for that if the electricity went out, but I'm curious about that.

I don't know what kind of food you use but I put the plastic lid on the cat food. Just as an aside: I got all 3 of my sons and their families one of these long ago and the kids in the family figured it out before the parents, and two of them are Mensa's. LOL.

Okay, thank you. That's good to know. My dog eats Hills prescription i/d. It should be the same type of lid as the cat food.

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NickNack — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:35:20 GMT

On 2/1/2015 Carmie said:
I have 2 of these can openers. They are very easy to use and I can put them in the dishwasher. I threw away my electric one because I had a difficult time keeping it clean.

What brand is that?

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ValuSkr — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:40:10 GMT

Here's a manual one that Bob Bowersox recommended:

Stainless Steel Deluxe Lid Lifter Can Opener With Lid Gripper

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nomless — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:43:35 GMT

Love ,Kuhn Rikon, it's very easy.

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KatieB — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:49:18 GMT

On 2/1/2015 namealreadytaken said:
It is only hard to get the cans open if you do not follow the instructions or you are too young to read.

Boy, this is such a nice reply. And be sure that I'm being sarcastic.

KatieB

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Another new name Sue — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 01:51:36 GMT

On 2/1/2015 Carmie said:
I have 2 of these can openers. They are very easy to use and I can put them in the dishwasher. I threw away my electric one because I had a difficult time keeping it clean.

Why would you want to spend a lot of money on a back-up can opener? Just get one of the above. It's what I use all the time because I don't like an electric can opener or the space it takes up.

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Carmie — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 02:17:12 GMT

On 2/1/2015 NickNack said:
On 2/1/2015 Carmie said:
I have 2 of these can openers. They are very easy to use and I can put them in the dishwasher. I threw away my electric one because I had a difficult time keeping it clean.

What brand is that?

It says Swing-a-Way embossed on the side of it. I probably purchased it at a mart type store or maybe the grocery store. I have had these for about 10 years or so. I noticed that Amazon sells them for about $6.

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Brooklynny — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 02:20:08 GMT

On 2/1/2015 NickNack said:
Namealreadytaken and kitty60, thanks. That's interesting then, that the reviews say that. I do always read the directions. With the clean edge of the Kuhn Rikon, would I be able to put the plastic lid on the dog food can, or would it not grip? I guess it doesn't really matter since I would only be using it for that if the electricity went out, but I'm curious about that.

I have the Kuhn can opener and love it. As an aside, I never store my dog's food (or any food) in the can it came in. Once I open the dog food can, I put the remaining food in a Lock&Lock. It stays fresher and doesn't turn into a rock. I personally don't like the idea of storing food in its tin can once opened.

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Kachina624 — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 02:52:12 GMT

I have pretty severe arthritis in my hands and fingers and have no trouble using the Kuhn Rikon can opener. I was just looking at Zulily today and they had a similar opener but the handle turned like a crank which seemed like it would be easier. I'd never bother to dirty a contain in order to store dog food for 2 days.

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JeanLouiseFinch — Mon, 02 Feb 2015 02:56:51 GMT

The Kuhn Rikon opener is fabulous. I use it all the time and have given several as gifts. Yes, it's a little different than a traditional can opener, but once you catch on to how it's done, it becomes second nature from then on out.