i typically buy lemons at Costco and they're huge - any opinion on whether i should buy the orange squeezer instead of lemon squeezer for these?
1778992
I neasure my lemon-lime combo (lemon) at 68 mm & the orange at 84 mm. sorry i canot find a inch tape right now. i have never found an oversize lemon for the combo but i don't know about cosco's lemons. cut a "big" one in half and measure the diameter. you can always force fit a somewhat oversize fruit. -- bigger is almost always better here unlike waistlines
1778993
Honestly, I would recommend the OXO reamer for that. It's amazing, so thorough and easy to use. The Amco squeezers are awkward, slippery, and difficult to use. I found it most useful for juicing pomegranates, but that's about it.
1778994
I cut my lemons or limes in half, place the cut side down in the squeezer, and squeeze. If you place the round half up, it is harder to squeeze and the squeezer does not do a good job. Very seldom will you find lemons or limes the size of oranges. In any case, if you squeeze oranges a lot, you can still use the orange squeezer for lemons or limes. I like the small Mexican ( Key ) limes best for their flavor. I use a mechanical rotating juicer for oranges.
1778995
Yes.. I have an orange tree and a couple of Lemon tree's that make lemons that are larger than normal.. This orange version of the press works great. Especially if you put the slices in upside down. (cut the lemon in half, put the flat part facing down into the cup) You will get more juice out and end up with a rind that is inside-out. also be sure to throw some of those rinds in the garbage disposal with Ice, cleans it up and makes it smell good.
1778996
I use my orange squeezer for all citrus that fits. It's the only one that I have ever used and it works great for what I need as I have arthritis in my hands...so I may not be getting the all the juice possible.
2031496
Not at all awkward to use - I find it easier to use than the stationary kind and much kinder on my wrist and shoulder. Plus, it takes significantly less room to store than the stationary kind. Wood ribs dig into fruit much better than glass/ceramic reamers for more juice. Ream in the middle of the fruit first to get the majority of fruit/juice, then angle slightly to "scrape" out any remaining on the sides of the citrus "shell."
1326612
Probable not. If they are that small you are likely better to use a lemon on lime press. This machine is best for oranges down to lemons.
1315199
Some citrus, definitely! Due to the larger size of the press, lemons and limes, for example, are usually too small. However, it's perfect for oranges and grapefruit.
2062084
I've used mine for many months without any problems yet and it works great! I use peppercorns purchased from Costco--it comes in the rectangular clear plastic bottle. I don't know if this is a common or uncommon size for peppercorns. I don't remember anything in the instructions showing how to take it apart for cleaning so I don't think it is meant to be user serviceable. I suggest contacting the seller so they can help you determine whether or not it is a bad unit. Good luck.
1130319
I am not sure if I understand your question. If you use the allen wrench that they provided and move the lower "cup & cone" holder up a bit it will squeeze the fruit more. Some oranges are different in many ways than others. The bigger diameter oranges don't squeeze as good as the smaller ones because the cup & cone isn't big enough for the large fruit (poor design).
1297849
The 800JEXL looks and sounds like it means business. When you see it you think, (in a overly macho tone) 'Yeah ... this thing juices'. The BJE200XL on the other hand, while I'm sure it works well for $100, looks more a toy with it's circular window and cleanup sounds like it's a real PITA. If you're going to buy a juicer, spend the money on fresh fruit and vegetables, and take the time to juice them, you might as well do yourself a favor and get the best model you can.
499996
Exactly. The Vitamix is great and I love it but it is not a juicer. If you can afford it it is great to eventually have both.
1777863
I got two of those Costco 3 gallon drink dispensers (they have a base, and are advertised with lemonade). I hope they're OK! I still have to transport the water home in the 1 gallon containers so they're in there maybe an hour or three at most...
526329
Not terribly bad. I have an Acme juicer (heavy duty) http://www.amazon.com/6001-Juicerator-550-Watt-Extractor-Stainless/dp/B0028RXDFM/ref=sr_1_1?s=home-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1400894810&sr=1-1&keywords=acme+juicer on my farm and it leaves REALLY dry pulp....BUT....it's more of a hassle to clean. It's an okay juicer. You may also want to check out the Champion juicer http://www.amazon.com/Heavy-Duty-Commercial-Juicer-in-Black/dp/B000E4C53M which has the ability to run frozen fruit through it for sorbet-like frozen goodies. Heavy duty! At the price point the Breville XL is a decent juicer that is well made, sturdy, and does the job. I am a value shopper so I chose the version with the stainless juicing piece as well as the stainless spigot. I don't trust plastic much in the long run....... The Breville is a nice machine, well designed, heavy grade stainless and produces a good juice with some moisture left in the pulp. Good luck!
1250483
No, you would need to cut the lemon into pieces, you are better off squeezing by hand or getting a traditional juicer stick.
1724048
I worry this product isn't the best for you. I have no problem with smaller lemons, but bigger lemons are really hard to juice using this item. Also, it's pretty heavy as far as juice presses go. I might recommend something more like this for you: Chef'n Juicester Citrus Juicer and Reamer (Small)
2004789
Doris, For lemons and limes, the Metrokane works reasonably well....as long as they are small. Forget about oranges; the crank shaft gets stuck in one of the grooves and it just doesn't work. I ended up purchasing a vintage Wearever juicer that does a fantastic job!
597901
No problems, it's very durable. I am able to squeeze halves of an orange or large limes, quite easily, extracting almost all of the juice and pulp, with only the rinds remaining. I purchased the utensil more than six months ago, and use it almost daily. I don't think you'll be disappointed!
1670578
The larger holds more peppercorns. I like the lengthier one, but if it's a pricy difference, go with the smaller. Make sure that both have an adjustable grinder. You want fine and coarse ground pepper.
1298045
I haven't tried key limes. At BJ's (the local equivalent of Costco, etc.), they sell bags of undersized limes which aren't much bigger than key limes, and it works fine on them. You press down on the fruit with the palm of your hand on to a spinning plastic apparatus. It isn't dangerous, and I think you'd be fine if you're careful.
714337
Smaller oranges yes,limes and lemons for sure. But you won't get all the juice out. I'd stick with those hand held ones that you have to twist the fruit over it to get the juice. We bought ours and barely use it. Might be just because I like to get every last bit out.