Question 1

Have there been any shavings from the bead? I tried a similar opener years ago which left slender metal shavings at times.

Accepted Answer

I didn't see any.  I don't use a lot of canned food, so haven't used it a lot.  I got a good, clean cut.  It didn't cut the paper either, which I usually have with every other opener I've used.  Other than being messier since it cuts the side below the rim, I like it.  It seems a lot less dangerous because there isn't the sharp edge you get with others.

Question 2

How does it work for left-handed people? I saw in one review that it turns clock-wise, which seems decidedly anti-lefty.

Accepted Answer

It is not truly ambidextrous.  As the other person answering commented, if you use this left handed you will be turning the handle towards you while if right handed you turn it away from you.  But since unlike most can openers which are held clamped by the left hand and cranked by the right hand (making them extremely difficult for lefties to operate) this can opener is self clamping - you hold the can and crank with either hand - so it is at least lefty usable.  But,  due to your arm NOT having symmetrical musculature, it is always easier to turn a handle AWAY than it is to turn toward yourself.  That is why can openers and MANY OTHER devices crank in the direction they do, for the benefit of the majority right handed population.

Question 3

what is the warranty  information and durability of opener?

Accepted Answer

It seems pretty durable.  I don't remember if there is any warranty.  I find it difficult to use because it requires a lot of pressure to hold it down on the can, but it is working OK.

Question 4

Are the edges of the can smooth after using this cutter?

Accepted Answer

Just as time is relative so are the can edges after using this opener. They are smooth in relation to the lid off a can opened the old-fashioned way.

ASIN	B012YHV6MC
Best Sellers Rank	#259,114 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #472 in Manual Can Openers
Blade Material Type	Stainless Steel
Brand Name	Bartelli
Color	Black
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (1,796)
Item Dimensions W x H	38W x 114H millimeters
Item Weight	4.79 Ounces
Manufacturer	Bartelli
Manufacturer Part Number	BCO-301b
Material Type	Stainless Steel
Model Number	BCO-301b
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Operation Mode	Manual
Size	Large
UPC	731882494754
Unit Count	1.0 Count

Good Grips can Opener Single Handed

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