Question 1

Does it really pick up as much as 8 pounds?  I need something that will get jars of pickles, syrup, peanut butter, etc. from top shelves at store

Accepted Answer

Technically it will pick up over 8 pounds. I picked up a 10-pound barbell with it because I was able to get the U under the barbell end.   Practically you will be limited by how smooth and dense the target is.  You will not be able to grasp 8 pounds using just the tips, and smooth things will rotate out - I would not trust large jars of pickles, syrup, peanut butter with this.  You can only trust jars you can get the U entirely around.  I have picked up a small peanut butter bottle with it - just make very sure you have the jar firmly in its grip and not rotating, or you will drop a lot of jars.

Question 2

What about using it to pick up debris like leaves and pinecones at the bottom of my fish pond?  (Not sure if it will stand up to use under water.)

Accepted Answer

I use mine for river litter pick-up.  It's done okay so far, but the "grabber" ends will bend if trying to pull on something buried in the bank a bit.  As far as the wear under water, mine have held up and I've had them since February.  I've been using them at least monthly since.  I hope that helps!

Question 3

How wide do the jaws open?

Accepted Answer

The jaws open to 6 inches at their tips and 4.5 inches at the base of the pads.

Question 4

Will it unscrew a ceiling screw?

Accepted Answer

If it will turn easily by hand maybe, if not you really should use a screwdriver.I have bent the arms on mine several times. They could be stronger. Plus it is really made to lift something up or lower it down. Such as a soup can, jar of pickles, coins on the floor, etc. I have gotten to where I can pick up a dime off the ground, as well as screws,nails, etc.

ASIN	B0000V0AGS
Best Sellers Rank	150,298 in Health & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care ) 308 in Reaching Aids
Brand	Unger
Colour	Green
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (17,449)
Date First Available	16 Aug. 2010
Item Weight	318 g
Material	- Select -
Model Number	92134
Product Dimensions	91.44 x 9.91 x 6.6 cm; 317.51 g
Special Features	Lightweight aluminum reacher features rubber-tipped grippers to prevent damage

Unger Reacher Grabber Tool and Trash Picker, Select, Green, 91.44 cm

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