Todays methods of cracking nutshells are hard to use, require hand strength, and often times damage the actual nut during cracking. However, this sleek and ergonomically designed nut cracker easily cracks hard-shelled nuts while protecting the tender meat inside. This invention features a handheld tool similar in design and function to that of a pair of scissors.

The new nut cracker has two handles conjoined by a swiveling device that allows it to open and close. The interior of the handles have a series of serrated teeth for cracking the nutshell without damaging the nut itself. The user easily clamps the handles together and effortlessly cracks the shell of the nut. The nut cracking tool is designed to be easy to squeeze, enabling it to efffectively crack nutshells in an efficient manner. In addition, this tool is compact/portable, lightweight and dishwasher safe.

Additional Benefits/Features: - The nut cracker can be made in various sizes, styles, and colors to fit a variety of special applications and decor. - The design used is simple and uncomplicated, allowing it to be easily mass-produced from a variety of materials (wood, hard plastic, metal, etc.) at a very affordable and competitive price. - It has a comfortable handle which allows for easy handling. - It can be operated by a child or someone with limited hand strength. - The newly designed nutcracker cracks pecans, walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds; and can also be used for shellfish. - This nut cracker is ideal for use in the home and commercial establishments.

For information contact Gwendolyn at myideas@earthlink.net, phone #: (352)-622-6449 or (352)-361-8290.