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Review

Alligetter

By Gadget Grrl

Categories: Bathrooms, Kitchens, Health & Safety
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Manufacturer Info

Consafeco LLC

,   USA

215-337-4264

www.alligetter.com

Pros

  • Pinchers grab down into the drain or other tight spots
  • Built-in light
  • Easy to use
  • Inexpensive

Cons

  • Lightweight plastic construction

If you’ve ever lost a ring or valuable down a drain or garbage disposal you know what a pain it can be to try and retrieve it. One time while cleaning a fish tank, some of the rocks from the tanks slipped down into the drain and destroyed my garbage disposal. A new product to help with these types of dilemmas is called the “Alligetter”.

 

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The device is a trigger activated “grabber” on the end of a 12” handle. It’s super easy to use and comes ready to go right out of the box. Instead of awkwardly holding a flashlight while you fish for whatever fell down your drain, this device has a built-in flashlight to illuminate the area you are poking around in.

 

There are other uses for the device. You could use it to retrieve items under car seats or behind washers, dryers or stoves.

 

I liked the design and use of the product, however, I wish it were made of a harder and stronger grade plastic. I’m afraid if it were really stressed the ends of the device could crack.

Alligetter:  Created on October 16th, 2008.  Last Modified on October 16th, 2008

About Gadget Grrl

Gadget GrrlDiana Forbes, a.k.a. Gadget Grrl™, loves sharing the latest and greatest technology with consumers. Her "Gadget Grrl" column runs both online and in print with a circulation of 3 million readers. She appears on national and local television shows featuring live demos of the latest trends in consumer products. For more information, visit Gadget Grrl.

 

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