Does this can opener leave metal shavings on the rim if you cut around more than one time? That seems to be a problem with other side cutting openers.
1260730
I haven't had that problem, but I don't generally go around the rim more than one time since one revolution is all you need to open the can.
1260731
No metal shavings. Sometimes the can opener does not open the first time around, though.
1260732
No. It cuts the lid on the outside so you can put it back on, in case you wanted to only use part of the contents. It's definitely one of the best openers I've ever used.
1263794
I have not seen that happen on this knife, although I haven't tried to pry anything with it. This one replaced an identical knife I had owned for at least 10 years. That one broke in half when it was dropped on the floor. I don't intend to try that with this one.
1216083
I have found that this safety cutting can opener works very well cutting the bond.From my past experience with this type of can opener,it will start to lose the ability to cut cleanly with age.Over all this is my favorite safety can opener and just bought the same one for my daughter.Its safe to load in the top section of a dish washer and doesn't rust. There is nothing worst then a can opener that rust.
2010045
Hi! I finally got the blade off my can opener! There is a little lever that says "blade release" that needed to be pushed down, but, I kept moving the handle either too much or not enough while I pulled on it, but, finally, it popped off. Now if I can only remember how I did it for thenext time!! :) Thank you all.
918499
I haven't had that problem. I use an electric carving knife. But it's hard plastic so just like a plastic or wood cutting board it will get cuts over time. Not like it will effect your cutting though.
1809043
I have used it on all sizes of cans. It's very nice not to end up with sharp edges. I've found that it opens cans more smoothly than my standard opener, which sometimes requires me to go over sections of the lid a couple of times before it will detach.
1980693
No you have to sharpen one side each in a right and left slot. then hone it in a separate slot. It is really superior to whst I used to have on my electric can opener.
1974633
No it does not. I have not found that to be a problem. It cuts clean and handles easily.
727536
In my experience, make sure the aluminum piece that goes up next to the blade is adjusted properly. If not it will rub against the blade. More information would be helpfull
730917
This can opener DOESN'T CUT ANYTHING. It breaks the seal and separates the metal top that is glued onto the metal can. If the top of the can looks like the bottom of the can, it will separate both. If the bottom of the can is a single rounded piece, then it will only take the top off. Looking in my cabinet now I see I have both types.
357467
I did have the same problem when I first used it. I shut off the trimmer and moved the blade head with my hand ( or hit it on your palm) and it was fine after that.
1735508
After a while, I started noticing that when the handles are locked together there isn't enough pressure applied to the cutting mechanism. I sometimes have to squeeze the handles together like with a conventional opener in order to get the opener to work. For me, this problem started happening after maybe 50 cans. That said, it is _still_ better than any other can opener out there.
1248569
Yes, the cut lid edge is sharp. The can lid is pierced and sliced at an angle since the cutting wheel is canted at about a 15 degree angle to the handle, essentially making a round knife edge, like any other piercing type of opener. That being said, I have yet to find an opener that does not make a sharp edge to be consistently effective or efficient.
1684823
That would happen of the bade is too tight. A little bit of loosening up and a spot of oil does the job but I find that the initial groove does not hinder the knife opening later. This is because it is not an assisted opening and kept quite tight.
1735509
If it doesn't cut for them..then I would say they have a serious operating problem! My cuts just fine..I've been using it everyday since i purchased! Keep it clean..and in the locked position after use! Open the locking device with the spring hinged lock handle..and open the opener wide enough to accept the next can to be opened..make sure it is positioned to cut into the can lid..and press (using some pressure..depending on the 'temper' of the metal of the can..as some cans are softer metal) )..then rotate the cutting gear handle and the cutting blade will do what it's designed to do! Open the can!! Don't be too 'girly'..it's a tool!! And..tools requie at least some skill! If it doesn't cut for them..then I would say they have a serious operating problem! My cuts just fine..I've been using it everyday since i purchased! Keep it clean..and in the locked position after use! Open the locking device with the spring hinged lock handle..and open the opener wide enough to accept the next can to be opened..make sure it is positioned to cut into the can lid..and press (using some pressure..depending on the 'temper' of the metal of the can..as some cans are softer metal) )..then rotate the cutting gear handle and the cutting blade will do what it's designed to do! Open... » Read More If it doesn't cut for them..then I would say they have a serious operating problem! My cuts just fine..I've been using it everyday since i purchased! Keep it clean..and in the locked position after use! Open the locking device with the spring hinged lock handle..and open the opener wide enough to accept the next can to be opened..make sure it is positioned to cut into the can lid..and press (using some pressure..depending on the 'temper' of the metal of the can..as some cans are softer metal) )..then rotate the cutting gear handle and the cutting blade will do what it's designed to do! Open the can!! Don't be too 'girly'..it's a tool!! And..tools requie at least some skill! « Show Less
124113
The cutting edge seems to stay pretty clean. Once in awhile a strip of paper from the can being opened will be caught behind the cutting head. It is easy to pull out though.
1083819
No. I don't believe there is such a thing as a SS can opener. I have used mine for 14 years and it still works great. It started rusting years ago where the handles rub in close contact when closing on the can. This is unavoidable-otherwise you would have a loose joint. A little mineral oil would help, but I haven't bothered.