Stainless Steel Nutcracker and Chestnut Shelling Tool

Stainless Steel Chestnut Scorer

Score an X in fresh chestnut shells before roasting.

Fits chestnuts up to 5 cm (1.97 in) in diameter.

Score First. Roast, Then Peel.

1. Place. Set one fresh chestnut in the lower cradle, directly beneath the X-shaped blade.
2. Squeeze. Close the handles, remove the chestnut, and check for an X-shaped score in the shell.
3. Roast and peel. After roasting, let the chestnut cool enough to handle, then peel away the shell and inner skin by hand.

Brushed Stainless Steel

A stainless steel kitchen tool for preparing fresh chestnuts.

Serrated X-Shaped Blade

Squeeze the handles to score an X in the shell before the chestnut goes into the oven.

Long Handles for Leverage

Grip the long handles and squeeze to score one chestnut at a time.

Textured Chestnut Cradle

The recessed cradle helps hold the chestnut in position as you squeeze. Center it under the blade before closing the handles.

Slim for Drawer Storage

At 17 cm (6.69 in) long, the scorer tucks into a kitchen drawer alongside your utensils.

Specifications

Color: Silver

Material: Stainless steel

Tool dimensions: 17 × 3 cm (6.69 × 1.18 in)

Weight: 93.1 g (3.28 oz)

Maximum chestnut diameter: 5 cm (1.97 in)

What size chestnuts can I use?

Use fresh chestnuts up to 5 cm (1.97 in) in diameter. Measure across the widest point of the shell to check the fit.

Does it peel the chestnut for me?

The tool scores the shell before cooking. After roasting, let the chestnut cool enough to handle, then remove the shell and thin inner skin by hand.

Why might the inner skin still stick?

The cut opens the outer shell. The thin inner skin can still cling to the chestnut after roasting, and peeling results can vary from batch to batch.

How should I position the chestnut?

Set one chestnut in the center of the lower cradle, beneath the blade. If it shifts as you bring the handles together, reopen the tool and reposition it before squeezing.

Can I use it for walnuts or hazelnuts?

This tool is designed to score fresh chestnuts. Use a dedicated nutcracker for walnuts and hazelnuts.

Package Includes

1 × Stainless Steel Chestnut Scorer

Notes

Keep fingers away from the serrated blade and keep the tool out of reach of children.

Color may vary slightly depending on lighting and screen settings.