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Top 6 Jar Openers - Bottle and Can Opener

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The simplest daily task or household chore is a big deal to someone who has arthritic hands. Arthritis can make manual dexterity seem like an impossible dream. Assistive devices, such as quality jar openers, make up for an insufficient grip and lack of hand strength.

1. Black & Decker JW200 Lids Off™ Automatic Jar Opener

Indispensable for people who have difficulty opening jars is this electric jar opener that operates at the touch of a button with only one hand. Requires no hand strength or strenuous twisting. If opening jars is your problem, don't miss this product! My husband and I received one for a gift -- and a great gift it is!!
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2. Open Sesame

3 openers in 1 - magnetized for easy storage. This multi-beverage opener is handy and easy-to-use. Opens tin caps, pull tabs, and plastic caps. Attractive design.
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3. Oxo Good Grips Jar Opener

Fits all lids. Just wedge jar into opener and crank off the lid. Still requires some strength.
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4. One Touch Jar Opener

Automatic, one touch operation. Align the jar opener motor driven clamps over any 1-4" lid and press the button -- it's that effortless.
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5. KitchenAid Jar Opener

Opens jar lids 1 1/2 to 3 3/4 inches in diameter. Removes lids with ease by adding leverage to the lid. Dishwasher safe.
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6. Kuhn Rikon 2560 Gripper Jar Opener

Swiss jar opener. Twist the center handle to grip and untwist the lid. Opens threaded caps and lids from 1'' to 3-1/2'' in diameter.
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