Nutcracker in the test: Who cracks the nut?
The functional (gourmet):
At 20 euros. Manufacturer: WMF
With the "gourmet" nutcracker, which can be obtained from www.wmf.de, nuts of all kinds can be cracked, as it has two different sized cutouts. Just put the nut in and push it - if you dosed the power right, the cores even stay healthy. Visually, the nutcracker is not a highlight, but it fits perfectly into the kitchen drawer next to the can opener.
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Conclusion: Functional and effective. The fun factor is low, but even hard almond shells can not resist this nutcracker!
The Minimalist (Nut Splitter)
At 13 euros. Manufacturer: Alessi
One way ahead: with the "Nut Splitter" only walnuts can be cracked - but with little effort. Just put the nutcracker on top of the nut and turn it: There are already two halves of the nut with an intact shell (!) And seeds there, just waiting to be eaten. In addition, the heart-shaped "Nut Splitter" draped decoratively in the nutshell. You can order it via www.design3000.de.
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Conclusion: An ideal nutcracker for those who want to use the nutshells for crafts.
The brutal
At 35 euros. Manufacturer: menu
Crack nuts and reduce aggression? This works out! Just pick up the nutcracker from "menu", available at www.design3000.de, put a nut on the metal plate, put the rubber bell over it and neatly bang it with your fist. You already have - depending on your strength - more or less healthy nut kernels. Whether hazelnuts or walnuts, this nutcracker manages all. Only with almonds he has made flabby. And he does not take much space either.
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Conclusion: First hit it and then enjoy. Even so goes Nüsseknacken!
The innovative (Ray!)
Around the 32 euros. Design: Ralf Webermann
The "Ray!" Nutcracker, which you can order at www.connox.de, works on the principle of the Zwille: You throw the nut into a rubber balloon and pull on it until tension arises. Then just release the balloon and fling the nut against the integrated metal plate. Even hard almonds can be cracked like that.
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Conclusion: Optical not a highlight - but that's how nut cracking is really fun!
The classic (Husar):
At 50 euros. Manufacturer: Seiffener Volkskunst
Definitely a special case. Although the "hussar" is a real eye-catcher that decorates the windowsill or next to the Christmas tree, it is less suitable for cracking nuts. You can order it at www.erzgebirge-palace.com.
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Conclusion: Unfortunately, our "Husar" was not a big help in cracking nuts - but a real eye-catcher!
