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PriorityChef Knife Sharpener Is No Frills and Functional
With only two slots, this sharpener is very compact, which makes it easy to handle and use, regardless of whether you have large or small hands.
Dianova Cook Double Sided Diamond Sharpener, A Handheld Model That Does the Job
The hand-held Dianova Cook Double Sided Diamond Sharpener and its diamond grit surfaces did a very good job sharpening straight edge steel knives. It also sharpens scissors and other blades. The device measures 10” long, has a handle constructed of strong composite material, and is lightweight and easy to use.
Chef’s Choice 120 Diamond Hone Pro EdgeSelect Electric Knife Sharpener Review
This unit features three-stage precision sharpening for chef's knives, butcher knives, sporting knives, and serrated knives. Its solid construction makes this a durable sharpener that can even handle commercial use.
AG Russell Ceramic Knife Sharpening Rods Can Be Used Frequently
This V-sharpener uses ceramic rods set at 15° per side, creating a combined 30° angle on the blade edge. It's a simple, inexpensive sharpener for frequent use.
Camp Chef SmokePro SG 24 Pellet Grill Review
SG is short for Slide and Grill. The metal heat diffuser slides away exposing foods to the direct wood pellet flame for high temp searing. Read our review. After testing SG we were disappointed in the Slide and Grill Sear function, but it is otherwise a solid, well made smoker with many useful features earning our Silver Medal.
GoBQ Grill Review
Constructed of flame resistant, silicone coated, fiberglass fabric, GoBQ rolls up and fits in a backpack or over your shoulder on a carrying strap. Read our review. It's not for everyone, but if you value extreme mobility, you may be willing to work around its shortcomings. GoBQ earns our AmazingRibs.com Best Value Silver Medal.
Kudu Grill Review
Kudu is a fire bowl with adjustable height cook surfaces that position foods closer or further from the fire. Inspired by South African Braais, or BBQ gatherings, and similar to a number of fire bowl cookers already on the market. Many really like their Kudus. We reviewed Kudu and gave it our AmazingingRibs.com Best Silver Medal.
Corkscrews: The Foil Cutter (a.k.a. Foil Mohel)
Perfectly remove the foil from wine bottles with a foil cutter. Screwpull makes one of these handy tool to cut the foil off the bottle so you can clean the top nice and neat.
Corkscrews: Pump Style Corkscrews Reviewed
The compressed air hypodermic cork remover looks like a giant needle to be inserted through the cork. The "syringe" part is like a bicycle pump, and pumps air into the bottle until the internal pressure pushes the cork out. While they usually work fine, they can break off in the cork in the bottle or worse.
Corkscrews: Don’t Do The Double Screws
The double screw style corkscrew is one to avoid. The double screw is so-called because it removes the cork by screwing the helix into the cork and then a latch is thrown so a thread around the top helix pulls it out.
Corkscrews: The Classic Waiter’s Lever
The waiter's lever is still popular with bartenders and restaurant staffs. It is compact and folds up like a pocket knife. Its handle is hinged and one end has a fulcrum which rests on the bottle lip. Newer models like this one uses a 2-step lifter that improves leverage.
Corkscrews: The Ah-so, Don’t Let The Funny Name Fool You
The ah-so device is one of the most unique tools for removing a cork and was once the rage in California. The device has two prongs that are wiggled between the cork and the bottle neck, and with a quick twisting motion, easily yanks the cork out of the bottle without puncturing the cork. Most of the time.
Corkscrews: The Winged Screw Reviewed
When it comes to selecting the right corkscrew, there are countless design options available in the market. One type that I recommend is the winged corkscrew. It has two wing-like levers that pull the cork up through its frame when they are depressed, and they are very inexpensive, usually under $10.
Corkscrews: Electric Corkscrews Are An Interesting Option
The Oster battery operated wine opener is a really clever device. With the touch of a button it can open 30 bottles between charges.
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