OXO Good Grips 2-Piece Peeler/Parer Set

by OXO

Product Features

• Comfortable, nonslip handle absorbs pressure from hands
• Peeler's swiveling twin blades have flexible action
• Peeler has built-in potato eye remover
• Parer features a sharp, tapered stainless-steel blade
• Safe to use in dishwasher

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.5 x 2.8 x 1.8 inches ; 8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004OCJG
• Item model number: 24080
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,820 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #32 in Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Knives & Cutlery Accessories > Paring Knives
  • #45 in Kitchen & Dining > Kitchen Utensils & Gadgets > Fruit & Vegetable Tools > Peelers

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

For peeling a Granny Smith apple or a fruit with a tougher skin, the swivel peeler by Oxo is an essential tool. Its rotating, flexible stainless steel blades contour to almost any surface. It's got an oversize handle opening for hanging storage, and its built-in potato eye remover lets you carve out blemishes without digging. The blade size and excellent handle make the paring knife equally essential. With a sharp, tapered stainless-steel blade, it's designed for smaller jobs, slicing through fruits and paring vegetables with ease. The Good Grips line features durable, nonslip flexible handles on every product. Ergonomically designed to fit the palm comfortably and softly, the pressure-absorbing processed rubber handle puts less tension on the hands, while providing an outstanding grip. Made from the same material as dishwasher gaskets are constructed of, the handles are slip-proof, wet or dry, as well as dishwasher-safe. Good Grips products are moderately priced and have won the Tylenol/Arthritis Foundation Design Award. --Laurie Notaro

Product Description

Peel it, then pare it. This handy combination allows you to experience the OXO difference when it comes to kitchen prep. If you, or someone you love, has arthritis or similar manual constraints, OXO can make life in the kitchen a lot easier.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars OXO Rocks-O, April 28, 2000

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Richard Wells (Seattle, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: OXO Good Grips 2-Piece Peeler/Parer Set (Kitchen)

I am consistently amazed at the high quality and low price of all the OXO kitchen products. Though I like heftier knives, this peeler is the best. The only caveat is that it takes a little getting used to the "direction of peel" - towards you, but once you do get used to it (a couple of carrots should suffice) you'll never go back to the classic at your mother's house.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars One Heck of a Kitchen Set...Just Avoid the Diswasher!, November 29, 2000

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njbookworm (New Jersey) - See all my reviews

This review is from: OXO Good Grips 2-Piece Peeler/Parer Set (Kitchen)

I bought this set when I first moved into my apartment, as I've been a fan of the Good Grips products for a while now. This set is absolutely indespensible, as I use these tools almost every day.

Peeler: This is wonderful for peeling potatoes, as the easy-to-grip handle and swivel blade help you to comfortably maneuver around bumpy and slippery surfaces.

Knife: Since purchasing the set 4 months ago, my knife has stayed incredibly sharp and is able to cut through everything from crunchy carrots to smooshy tomatoes.

Here's why the set didn't get the "5" rating: The pair should be hand washed and *not* put in the dishwasher. The knife got a tad rusty after running it through a cycle. Note: This was easy to correct with a Brillo pad and a little elbow grease.

However, I don't think you should let this "diswasher drama" sway you from purchasing this set, as the benefits *far* outweigh the limitations.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars disappointing peeler!, May 1, 2001

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G. Ronzani "BizTraveler" (Beijing, China) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: OXO Good Grips 2-Piece Peeler/Parer Set (Kitchen)

The paring knife has proved quite good, but I cannot find strong enough terms to express my disappointment in the peeler. I can't understand all the recommendations. It requires an undue amount of pressure to peel at all, digs chunks out of the vegetable and doesn't peel smoothly. It feels as though I've used a rather dull knife instead of a highly recommended kitchen tool. Even my small crew of teenage peelers have opted to use our old one from the grocery store. It has no curved edge to remove eyes and although the handle is very comfortable, it is otherwise useless.