16 Nutcrackers »Herkules«

Finally, a nutcracker that actually handles walnuts without me having to wrestle with it. The grip feels solid and the cracking mechanism works smoothly every time.

The lever mechanism feels solid and cracks even the toughest walnuts without bending. I just wish it was a bit easier to clean between the hinges after a big baking session.

The grip on the Herkules is sturdy enough that even wet walnuts don't slip, and the hinge action is smooth right out of the box. It cracked a few smaller hazelnuts a bit too aggressively, but for regular use it's a solid tool.