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Old 07-13-2017, 08:48 AM
 
Location: Former LI'er Now Rehoboth Beach, DE
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I am having a difficult time trying to get this question answered even on google. Since it relates to equipment, I for the kitchen I will give it a try in this thread.

I fell and broke my left hand metacarpal (between wrist and finger) and as a result of the casting and immobility my grip is very weak in all but my thumb and index finger despite intensive therapy.

I dislike electric can openers because I don't want clutter on my counter. I can grip the can opener with those two fingers but it is very awkward to say the least. I currently have a swing a way can opener. DH bought me a Tornado battery operated one but if thee is even the slightest irregularity or bump it is useless.

What I am looking for is a can opener that "locks" on the can and you can simply guide it. I have seen the videos of OXO's, Tfal, Zyliss and Williams Sonoma openers.

Does anyone have actual experience with any of these.? Many thanks.
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Old 07-13-2017, 03:23 PM
 
Location: Raleigh, NC
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I've never tried one. But here's a couple to consider from Amazon that have good reviews. They aren't expensive and are Easily returned if you don't like it.

https://www.amazon.com/GreenPoint-El...DPA8Z4WDQGYQ3T

https://www.amazon.com/Electric-Rest...B3C0AEQK60X9X8

Sorry to hear about the injury.
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Old 07-13-2017, 07:16 PM
 
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This is the one you want. Read the questions and reviews.

https://www.amazon.com/Chefn-EzSquee.../dp/B002XUUSFC
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Old 07-13-2017, 07:28 PM
 
Location: Former LI'er Now Rehoboth Beach, DE
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Thanks to both of you. Yes, it was my own fault I didn't realize I had cut short the walkway and fell over a concrete flower basket. I am beyond lucky that I didn't break more than my hand as I easily could have.

I have seen the amazon reviews but was hoping that someone would have actually experience with one to recommend. IF I have to I will pick one of them and give it a try. Again thanks so much for taking the time.
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Old 07-15-2017, 01:26 AM
 
Location: South Central Texas
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With your hand in the condition it's in you may need to get use to counter clutter. Surely you can make a tiny space for this slimline opener.

We've had excellent luck with ours and it's a side cutter. Good luck with your hand.

Hamilton Beach 76606ZA Smooth Touch Can Opener
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Old 07-15-2017, 07:04 AM
 
Location: Former LI'er Now Rehoboth Beach, DE
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With your hand in the condition it's in you may need to get use to counter clutter. Surely you can make a tiny space for this slimline opener.

We've had excellent luck with ours and it's a side cutter. Good luck with your hand.

Hamilton Beach 76606ZA Smooth Touch Can Opener
Thanks but not only do I not want a electric opener, we don't use much in the way of canned products so the request is really for when DH is not at home and I am needing to open a can of something. Maybe dog food or soup.
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Old 07-15-2017, 07:54 AM
 
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This one only lasts about a year at a time but works fantastically.

https://www.amazon.com/Handy-Can-Ope...ted+can+opener

Since this is the Recipe subforum, this isn't the appropriate place for this thread. I am going to move it to the Shopping forum.

Best of luck to you.
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