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Review on πŸ’― Efficient and Stylish Hamilton Beach 76389R OpenStation Can Opener in Sleek Black Design by Jeff Westra

Revainrating 5 out of 5

I'm so glad I bought this can opener!

My 110 lb dog accidentally ran into me while chasing another dog and threw me completely off my feet causing my 116 lb body to land on my right side. I didn't know it at the time, but landing on your arm in an extended position can tear your ulnar collateral ligament (CLL), much like a sports injury from repetitive ball throwing. Imagine a really bad blood test where they have to stick a needle in your arm 5-6 times and dig around a bit before they finally find a vein. Then imagine that pain 24/7. In any case, the UCL breakage has made using a manual can opener, which I've used without a problem for all my 68 years, a torture. So after a long search and reading reviews I decided on this can opener. And i love it! Easy to attach container; Big banks need a little help, but how difficult is it? The magnet that's supposed to hold the lid off when you take the jar out doesn't really work, but I'm all about opening the jar pain-free! It doesn't leave smooth edges, so you just need to be careful when washing the cans before throwing them in the trash. I use a bottle brush, they're cheap and prevent injury. It takes up little space if you want to leave it on the counter. I've read that people aren't very happy with the plastic lever, but as long as you're not rough with things it shouldn't be a problem. I use the opener probably every other day and haven't had any problems so far. I don't think it's particularly loud; It's a can opener, not a radio you'll want to leave on for a few hours. I'm very glad I bought this can opener, I think it works great.

Pros
  • Crossing my fingers
Cons
  • Lots of things