Kuhn Rikon Original Swiss Peeler 3-Pack Red/Green/Yellow
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I like this style of peeler and was replacing something I had for years. I thought Kuhn Rikon was a pretty decent brand so I got this. After one round in the dish washer it started to rust. Now the blade is totally covered in rust and I'm throwing it away because I don't want metal in my food.
This is a piece of junk.
Holding this peeler is awkward. It feels very small in your hand and the way the handle is designed, it's not easy to grip. Also, since the body is made from pliable / bendable plastic, the blade came out of the handle when I tried to wash it. I had to pop it back in, in order to use it. Not a good sign.
Also, not sure if this is good or bad, but it shaves very thin slices from whatever it is you're trying to peel. Since it's not adjustable (most, if not all peelers, are not), if thin slices are not your thing, you just have to keep peeling.
Unfortunately, I can't give a long term review of this peeler... The thing rusted after the first time I used it!
Don't waste your time or money on this.
As a longtime cook I am always on the outlook for the best, most efficient instruments. This automatically excludes 95% of items sold. This "French peeler" is near perfection. Why would anyone use anything differently? I can remove the skins of peaches, pears and mangos, slice cheese, peel and thinly slice potatoes...and the price can't be beat.
The Kuhn, by the way, was selected as the best peeler of 2018 at 1/3 -1/4 the cost of higher end competitors.
We have worn out (after 10 years or so) this peeler and can't live without them. No one in our town had them in stock when our last one quit peeling properly, so we bought a couple different ones locally while these were on order. I needed to peel some lemons for limoncello so thought I would try all 3 types. I needed a really thin peel (no white from the lemon) and the Kuhn Rikon peeler was the absolute best. So, if you want thin peels, this is the set to get.
I have other products by this manufacturer that I absolutely love, so I had no reservations when ordering this product. I wish I had read the questions, reviews, and description a little further before I purchased. They work perfectly until it’s time to clean them. I always double check before I put anything in the dishwasher. The symbol molded on the product seems to indicate that it is dishwasher safe... but this is very misleading. After reading more about this item I found out that it’s “not recommended” to run through the dishwasher. They seriously need to make that clear on the product itself. Maybe add an X through the symbol to indicate that it is in fact not dishwasher safe. I get that it probably would be fine IF you dry it right after the cycle is complete... but let’s be honest. NO ONE sits by their dishwasher and waits for the cycle to end so they can dry a peeler. I have never had issues washing other peelers in the dishwasher before. I would NOT recommend this product.
Price: US $13.52
Rating: 4.3 / 5.0 from 11 Reviews
Specification
The ultimate all-purpose Y peeler in a set of 3 - ideal for a wide variety of fruit and vegetables (both soft and hard) and more
Feature a razor-sharp straight carbon steel blade that maximizes smoothness and minimizes wastage
Incorporates a convenient potato eye remover and is suitable for right and left-handed use
Dishwasher safe but hand-washing with warm, soapy water is recommended (always dry the blade thoroughly)
Made in Rikon, Switzerland since 1986 and more than 20 million sold worldwide
Description
Size:Set of 3 | Color:Red/Green/Yellow
Launched in 1986, the Original Swiss Peeler by KUHN RIKON has sold more than 20 million units worldwide and continues to out-perform its competitors at a fraction of the cost. True to its roots, it is still manufactured at the home of KUHN RIKON, in Switzerland, to this day. And don’t be fooled by its featherweight design - the razor-sharp carbon steel blade will tackle a wide variety of fruit, vegetables and more with minimum fuss.
Best peelers on the market for the price. Let's be honest no one is ever going to take the time to replace the blade of their peeler when it isn't sharp anymore, might as well just replace them as needed, and the price point on these fits that.
These are shaped strangely because they are meant to be held differently from the traditional peelers, and in holding these Y peelers properly you are afforded more dexterity, control and ultimately speed when using this device. I've peeled a ton of potatoes in my day, and Y peelers are most efficient for the task, same story for carrots.
If you work in kitchens and peel things, put one of these in your knife bag! You wont regret it if you lose it, and you'll be glad you have it when you need it.
My son introduced me to this peeler and I have introduced others as I like them so much. For me, there was a small learning curve as I was used to ‘ye old potato peeler’, but once I got the hang of it, peeling veggies is a breeze. And not just veggies. I peeled a dozen apples this morning in no time at all.
My first peeler is over five years old and still as sharp as the day son gave it to me. I rinse it in hot water, lay on the window sill to air dry and then store it to nothing rubs against the blades. I recently bought another set, kept one for myself (always good to have a back up) and gave the other two to my sister. She loves it too.
These peelers were on my Amazon list for a quite awhile. They were recommended by America'sTest Kitchen and Serious Food. I peeled a couple of middle-sized potatoes and the peeler easily did its job quite well. I wish the handles were at least an inch or two longer than they are and a bit heavier and thicker. I'd gladly take two peelers rather than three for the price if the handles were more comfortable to hold.
I’m sure these work great, but a little disappointed to find it’s just 3 peelers but different colours. What I was actually after are different cuts from each, in particular thin matchstick cut.
When you skim through the product images, it’s shows different cuts. Misleading and annoying.
Just digging deep into the actual product page and it says it’s just 3 peelers. Why can’t you make that clear at the top of the description and also change the images used.
These get heavy use in the pub kitchen where I work. The best value little sharpeners in bright colours so they are easy to spot amongst the piles of peelings! Very sharp and smooth cutting blades that last very well.
Product information
Size:Set of 3 | Color:Red/Green/Yellow| Product Dimensions | 6.25 x 3 x 1.5 inches |
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| Item Weight | 0.704 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Kuhn Rikon |
| ASIN | B001BCFTWU |
| Domestic Shipping | Item can be shipped within U.S. |
| International Shipping | This item can be shipped to select countries outside of the U.S. Learn More |
| Item model number | 2784 |
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