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loterbol t1_j01m4pt wrote

Reply to comment by _Mechaloth_ in Guess which can opener still works? L to R- 30 + years old, 3 years old, 6 months old … planned obsolescence or crappy design (of course they increase in price tag from L-R) by Torvabrocoli

Which model?

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chapstickaddict t1_j01n828 wrote

Both their Soft Grip Can Opener and Good Grip Smooth Edge Can Opener models are great. I’ve had a soft grip standard model for nearly 20 years with no issues.

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PaleontologistUpbeat t1_j01vm3d wrote

Soft grip/touch anything isn't BIFL imo. Well maybe they retain their function, but they become disgusting in no time, if used regularly.

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chapstickaddict t1_j01xeg9 wrote

I’ve had one for almost 20 years and it’s not disgusting. If you wash it regularly it won’t get gross.

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CatWings64 t1_j0242cr wrote

I've had the same OXO soft grip model since 2003 and use it several times a week. Mine is as good as new.

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reallynotnick t1_j02x1ix wrote

It's very hit or miss, like my Steelcase chair has soft plastic arms and they are fine after a decade. But then I've had a wireless mouse with some soft touch plastic and it became gummy and sticky after a couple of years.

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Yakapo88 t1_j02wzav wrote

We have used smooth edge can opener for roughly 15 years.

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