![]() 4,546,545, entitled “Pineapple Cutter” by Hirano discloses a pineapple cutter with a cylindrical body having a cutting edge at the surface end of the lower portion, a pair of handles connected to the outer surface of the cylindrical body, a pressing sheet mounted on the inner portion of the cylindrical body slidable in the vertical direction and a pushing member secured to the upper portion of the cylindrical body connected with the pressing sheet. Slicers of vegetables and fruit have been used in the past to ease the removal of the edible portion of the vegetable or fruit for consumption by a user. More particularly, the invention pertains to a watermelon slicer. The invention pertains to the field of food slicers. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION Field of the Invention The aforementioned applications are hereby incorporated herein by reference. 24, 2012, and is entitled “Watermelon Slicer”. 12, 2013 entitled “Watermelon Slicer”, which claims the benefit of and is a continuation-in-part of application Ser. Look for a slicer that also cuts cantaloupes, honeydews and even pineapples.This is a continuation of application Ser. Any slicer that can cut through a thick watermelon rind without damaging the fruit inside can cut other types of fruit, too. What other things will a watermelon slicer cut?Ī. Look for a slicer that is dishwasher-safe so you can avoid handling the sharp blades. Never use a wire brush, because its particles can become embedded in the stainless steel, damage the protective oxide coating and let your slicer rust like ordinary steel. How should I clean the metal parts of my stainless steel watermelon slicer?Ī. If kids want to help, hand them a melon baller and ask them to scoop out little round balls for you. Most have sharp edges that are unsuitable for children. Watermelon slicer FAQ Are watermelon slicers safe for kids to use?Ī. Larger slicers that cut full slices of melon with the rind attached cost $20-$50. Watermelon slicers that cut small cubes from the flesh cost as little as $10. How much you can expect to spend on a watermelon slicer Watermelon forks are a great thing to have along on picnics when you’re serving melon balls or cubes.Use a melon baller near the rind to get all the watermelon most slicers miss. Most slicers cut straight lines and don’t work in the curved areas near the rind, wasting a lot of the tasty fruit. Melon ballers let you get all the fruit inside the melon.If you want to get the most fruit from your melons, look for slicers that let you work in curved areas. Melons have curved edges, and most watermelon slicers have straight blades. Because slicers get wet with watermelon juice, look for non-slip grips. Generally speaking, the larger the grip and the more cushion it has, the easier it is to use. Look for slicers that make sharp-edged cuts, so the cubes are more uniform and more attractive on the plate. Part of cutting up a watermelon is to make the fruit easier to serve and more convenient to handle. What to look for in a quality watermelon slicer Uniformity of cut Beyond that, the melon will not fit inside the slicer’s cutting area. Most of the largest watermelon slicers can only handle fruits less than 12 inches in diameter. Stainless steel bladesĪll stainless steel is made to resist corrosion. Look for products with stainless steel labeled 316, 304, 430, 18/8 or 18/10 because it is safe to use with all fresh foods and does not leave a metallic taste. Keep in mind that the longer the tool, the more effort you have to put into the cutting. The longer the blade, the deeper you can cut into your watermelon and the fewer strokes you need to cut up an entire melon. Others dig into the fruit and remove cubes or balls. Scooping: Some slicers scoop the fruit as you push the tool through the fleshy part. ![]() Slicers need to be strong enough to cut through the thick green rind in a dozen places at once. Slicers work by pushing down with even pressure from both hands at once. Slicing: To work properly, a whole-melon slicer must be wider than the melon.Others like to use the whole watermelon as kegs with tapping kits for cool summer drinks. Some people like watermelon slicers because they’re quick, easy to use and cut melons in ways that make them even more fun to eat. What to know before you buy a watermelon slicer If you are looking for classic triangular melon slices with the rind attached, take a look at the Mannice Extra-Large Handheld Multifunction Watermelon Slicing Tool. ![]() There are quite a few tools that make cutting your melon easier, and each works in a different way. Because watermelon rinds are so thick, cutting them can be a real effort. They are also a great source of vitamin A, vitamin C and potassium. Watermelons are one of the great summer fun foods.
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