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Gripmaster Hand Exerciser

4.5 out of 5 stars 1,461 customer reviews
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Price: $7.99 - $61.11
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Black, Heavy Tension (9-Pounds per Finger)
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  • Using GRIPMASTER every day will build the finger strength, endurance, and dexterity so imperative to climbers at all levels.
  • Rated the #1 hand exerciser in the world, and recommended by Climbing Magazine and Rock & Ice Magazine.
  • Available in 3 strengths, please order by color; Blue - Light tension (5 lbs/finger), Red - Medium tension (7lbs/finger), Black - High tension (9lbs/finger).
  • Each unit comes with a full exercise program.
  • Patented.
D'Addario Varigrip
Strengthen Your Grip
The D'Addario Varigrip adjustable hand exerciser develops and maintains the strength and dexterity of your fingers, hands, and forearms. Learn more

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  • Domestic Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
  • International Shipping: This item is not eligible for international shipping. Learn More
  • ASIN: B0085MX3SG
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1,461 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #527 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)
    • Product Warranty: For warranty information about this product, please click here
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5.0 out of 5 starsImproved Guitar Playing In 2 Weeks
By Rahman on June 8, 2007
Size: 9 poundsColor: Black, Heavy Tension (9-Pounds per Finger) Verified Purchase
With a weight-training background I already have a number of products focusing upon forearm and grip strength. This by appearance and description seemed to fit a very specific purpose, what could be called finger-tip strength, so I went ahead and gave it a try.

Receiving it, the high-quality construction was immediately noticeable. Beginning with the highest tension [black] gripper, I began use intermittently, whenever web pages loaded in slowly, between television commercials, and so on.

I had no idea why during my twice-a-month hobbyist guitar playing, I was able to play with a marked increase in speed and accuracy. The fingers occasionally seemed to be pulled onto the fretboard like magnets. Thinking about it for a few minutes, I realized this device was the only significant change I had made over that time. Typically I had to warm-up for at least 30 to 45 minutes before my hands correctly played quicker fingering patterns. There was no lag time this time.

For the price and diminutive size of this device, it is surprising how effective it is at its focused purpose. I also noticed that, while my typing has not gotten any faster, I can type somewhat longer without becoming self-aware of fatigue.

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There are several reviews for this gripping device that claim insufficient resistance, even with the highest tension [black] version. This may be due to a misconception of the purpose and usage of this particular device. It is what could be thought of as a finger-grip strengthener, as opposed to those devices which develop palm grip-strength, which are far more common and found at any sporting goods store.

The tell-tale sign of improper use, is through where you position your grip when performing the exercises.Read more ›
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2.0 out of 5 starsDesign change is disappointing
By Brian on November 8, 2007
Size: 7 poundsColor: Red, Medium Tension (7-Pounds per Finger) Verified Purchase
I [used to] love this product. But Gripmaster has reduced the palm pad to something too uncomfortable to be useful. I have a 5lb blue version, which I use often. I decided to get a 7lb medium version. What arrived was the new version, which I didn't expect - images weren't yet updated. As of this writing, Gripmaster's own site still doesn't picture the currently sold version. I've posted my own pictures here, which compare the original with the new version. The old version was nicely padded and ergonomically large. The new version has much less padding and it feels sharp and blocky. It wears on you after too few reps. With the original, I could go as long as my finger and forearm muscles would allow; with the new one, discomfort kicks in first. As other reviewers have noted, these aren't best for developing brute strength (weights are) but rather for therapy and dexterity, which require moderately high reps. If it can't do the reps without discomfort, it's just not worth using at all.

And in case you own the original and you're thinking you'll just put the big pad on the new skeleton, forget it. They're not interchangeable, which is also disappointing. On the original you could put the pad on either side, allowing you to use all your fingers on the unified bar or independently on the buttons. Can't do that with the new one. (See the pictures.)

Too often a company makes a good product and once it gains a market foothold, they cut costs and expect it will only increase profit margin. This is a perfect example. Well, I hope this review will encourage purchasing choices that make Gripmaster regret their choice to go cheap on their customers.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsJust awesome!
By anonymous on October 23, 2006
Size: LIGHTColor: Blue, Light Tension (5-Pounds per Finger) Verified Purchase
I used to try to strengthen my fingers using the Gripp balls, and later, the Gravity Gripp, which were grip balls that were also 1 pound weights. However, they were bulky, hard to get a grip on, and heavy and pretty silly looking. So, when I saw the picture of these awesome little gizmos in a catalog, I ordered one right away. They are about the same price of the Grip balls, but they are SO much cooler! Not only is this good for fitness training, they're even better for musicians! (my instrument is piano.) These are light and flat and they fit right into a purse. I don't feel silly using this out in public -- if anyone asks, I just let them try it, and they are immediately hooked. I carried my blue one around everywhere until this weekend, when I gave it away to a friend.

It is difficult to know which tension to use. I'm a woman with small hands, and found that I am right between the blue and the red. I use the blue one for 4th and 5th finger (left hand). I can usually handle the red one for everything else, but the booklet says that repititions are more effective than heavier tension. I use mainly the blue one now. I hope to work up to the red, but that will be a while. I'm also going to buy a couple more so I can work both hands simultaneously.

I do have one caveat -- make sure you use these correctly. Don't overdo it, or try to use a heavier tension to just to feel all macho. Like any weight training, you have to press the buttons precisely to isolate the muscles. Don't use your whole arm just to get the button pressed. I found that if I started to cheat, I got a little wrist pain and felt the beginnings of tendonitis. (another reason I'm staying on the blue tension for now.)

Oh, and buy your Gripmaster here at Amazon. They are $15 each everywhere else.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 starsGreat product

I own several grip strengthening products and purchased this one because I felt I wasnt able to really work my pinky. The individual finger resistance really makes a difference.

Published 6 days ago by Dylan M.
4.0 out of 5 starsReally great item, but I wish there was a bit ...

Really great item, but I wish there was a bit more resistance. For a guy who works out 3 times a week, it hasn't measurably improved my strength but it's a great thing to have in... Read more

Published 6 days ago by thisguyrighthere
5.0 out of 5 starsBEEF UP THOSE TINY FINGERS

MY HANDS ARE NOW SO STRONG I CAN ONLY TYPE IN CAPS, ROAR!

Published 6 days ago by Nathan
3.0 out of 5 starsThree Stars

Not a very comfortable grip.

Published 7 days ago by Cat Lover
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Works great! Thanks!

Published 7 days ago by Tony Bartolatz
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Husband love it

Published 10 days ago by Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

Great

Published 10 days ago by Dorian Harvin
5.0 out of 5 stars9 pound grip master.

,convenient to use or take with me. Very effective and would recommend it. I will eventually buy the 11 pound resistance grip master when this one becomes easy to use.

Published 10 days ago by Alan Tarrant
5.0 out of 5 starsGreat tool - unconvential use suggestion inside.

Very good tool to increase hand and finger strength. I didn't realize how weak my pinky was on my non-dominant hand. :) There are several exercise suggestions on their website. Read more

Published 11 days ago by GregL
3.0 out of 5 starsThree Stars

Very usable produce for me as I am recovering from nerve damage to hand hands.

Published 11 days ago by Charley2326

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