Swing-A-Way can opener
Written: Sep 28 '07 (Updated Sep 28 '07)
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Pros: Durable, reliable, inexpensive.
Cons: Designed for "righties".
The Bottom Line: Timeless design, ergonomic before this word existed, durable for decades, reliable always, inexpensive.
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| drifttwood's Full Review: Swing-Away White Can Opener |
In my opinion, the standard by which all other daily use household can openers are judged. The tool is solid, sturdy, reliable, inexpensive, and easy to use. I have owned the same Swing-A-Way can opener for over 35-years – and this was inherited from my parents home. It’s not trendy or over-designed, just a simple tool done right and looks the part. Use it daily to open cans and bottles.
Per the previous review, food debris may occasionally build up under the cutting wheel and gear sprocket. The can opener is easily cleaned by a trip through the dishwasher, or a quick scrub with some soap and running water. Contrary to another previous review, my Swing-A-Way has not rusted, but the cutting wheel has lost it’s luster over the years. Thermoplastic handle remains true color and still slightly pliable for easy gripping.
I've never worried about the lid falling into the can because I subscribe to the "hinge" method of can opening. The Swing-A-Way cuts lids neatly, without any wavy edges
A fine product, still made in the USA. I wish more essential items were built with as much concern for utility and durability as the Swing-A-Way can opener.
Read a fine review at < http://www.core77.com/inconspicuous/swingaway.html >
Oddly, not sold at many stores despite the Swing-A-Way company selling in excess of 100-million units over last five-decades. After looking at several grocery stores, Target, and drug stores, this particular can opener is strangely hard to locate in western Los Angeles.
Recommended:
Yes
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