Black & Decker EC455B

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01 Aug 2008 It works, but it has some problems! I bought one of these can openers in 2002, and it's still working. My best guess is that I've opened more than 1000 cans with it -- maybe 2000. But it has problems. First, as several people have noted, it chews up the paper labels on the outside of cans that have them. Lining up the blade with the top of the can is not always easy. And when I use it to open cans that are filled with liquid all the way to the top, a bit of the liquid always spills out during the opening process. So, overall, I'd... –David F. Nolanfrom Amazon.com
31 Jan 2005 Great product! After reading the other reviews, I felt compelled to write one myself. I have had this can opener for 1 1/2 years and it has worked without fail and is showing no signs of wearing down. I cook using canned items several times each week, so this is no unused item. The trick is to line up the can's edge under the blade, then adjust the can so that the lid-holding magnet is centered on the lid. Once that magnet is smack in the middle of the lid, the can opener works like a charm. Otherwise it ... –Shaye Jonesfrom Amazon.com
27 Oct 2003 Pretty good I have never been able to use automatic can openers, so at my house it's operator error if the thing doesn't work the first time. I like that it's tall. The lids always stay on the can opener after I have removed them. It stores very easily and cleans up pretty nicely. It does shred the wrapping on the can, but I usually throw mine away. Never had a problem with the paper going in the food. (?see comment below?) Overall, I think it's a great buy. Very sleak, I sure don't mind leaving it ... –Jennifer Francisfrom Amazon.com

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