Here's one http://www.chefsresource.com/ezs-100-2.html I just typed 'one handed can opener'into google.
I don't know if this is any good altho it does look like it, I've never actually bought a single gadget to help with my bpi, too pig headed I guess! I use a normal can opener with one hand, I kind of nibble my way round the edge of the tin. Sure, it takes me probably twice as long as someone without a bpi but we are talking maybe 20 seconds here, I don't even think about it :0)
Hope this helps, if Joe finds a good one let us know will you, someone else might find it useful. Good luck!
Can openers? HELP
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jennyb
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cbe411
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Re: Can openers? HELP
Check out this Gizmo by Black & Decker, this is what I use and its great! It is really easy and ther really is nothing to it. You just clip it on the edge of a can and it does its own thing! I would highly recomend it!
http://www.epinions.com/Black_Decker_Gi ... Appliances
Court xo
http://www.epinions.com/Black_Decker_Gi ... Appliances
Court xo
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admin
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Re: Can openers? HELP
This is one of the lst things I bought when I was injured (the next was a hair dryer/brush in one) and I loved the can opener. It works great with one-hand. I actually got mine at Target for around $20.00.
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Judy-T
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Re: Can openers? HELP
The one I use is by hamilton beach. It is very easy to use and to store. It is kind of like the gizmo, but I got it before the gizmo came out.It is one of my favorite gadgets. Has anyone tried the new jar openers that are out?
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rachelcasa
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Re: Can openers? HELP
We have the Black & Decker Gizmo. It's a small electronic one that works great!
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Karl w/ a K
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Re: Can openers? HELP
Traci,
My wife bought me a Black & Decker Gizmo because , like Jenny, I'm pig headed. It really does work great. Very easy to start, and once you start it, it travels around the can by itself.
Cheers....Karl....
My wife bought me a Black & Decker Gizmo because , like Jenny, I'm pig headed. It really does work great. Very easy to start, and once you start it, it travels around the can by itself.
Cheers....Karl....
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Kath
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- Injury Description, Date, extent, surgical intervention etc: I am ROBPI, global injury, Horner's Syndrome. No surgery but PT started at 2 weeks old under the direction of New York Hospital. I wore a brace 24/7 for the first 11 months of my life. I've never let my injury be used as an excuse not to do something. I've approach all things, in life, as a challenge. I approach anything new wondering if I can do it. I tried so many things I might never have tried, if I were not obpi. Being OBPI has made me strong, creative, more determined and persistent. I believe that being obpi has given me a very strong sense of humor and compassion for others.
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Re: Can openers? HELP
I have the Gizmo too! I have always had and electric can opener. I got one 39 years ago and never realized I could not use a regular one until we had a power failure... LOL...
I like the Gizmo but the old fashion electric one I had was even more one handed user friendly. But, they don't make them anymore and I am robpi so I have to use it left handed.
KathM
I like the Gizmo but the old fashion electric one I had was even more one handed user friendly. But, they don't make them anymore and I am robpi so I have to use it left handed.
KathM
Kath robpi/adult
Kathleen Mallozzi
Kathleen Mallozzi
Re: Can openers? HELP
I use what my Dad used to call a bulldog can opener. Sort of a handle w/a blade and hook on it that you lever up and down around the can. I also keep a few Army "P-38's" around too altho I have to hold the can between my feet in both cases. What's a Gizmo?
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Kath
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- Location: New York
Re: Can openers? HELP
Ronin
Here is the link to the Gizmo
http://www.blackanddeckerappliances.com ... =APP+EM200&.
I like it but find it harder because I can use my bpi hand a bit and I think it confuses me.... hmmm is it a bpi moment or a senior moment... not sure. LOL
It is really a good little can opener. I have it awhile but I think I paid less for it. I guess I looked for a sale... LOL..
KathM
Here is the link to the Gizmo
http://www.blackanddeckerappliances.com ... =APP+EM200&.
I like it but find it harder because I can use my bpi hand a bit and I think it confuses me.... hmmm is it a bpi moment or a senior moment... not sure. LOL
It is really a good little can opener. I have it awhile but I think I paid less for it. I guess I looked for a sale... LOL..
KathM
Kath robpi/adult
Kathleen Mallozzi
Kathleen Mallozzi