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Silver garlic press with ergonomic handles, 44 pressing feet, 5.1 by 5.2 by 16.6 cm

Iwatani CGPS-1 garlic press 5.1x5.2x16.6 cm 171 g 44 pressing feet

SKU CH-M4YZ-TV4M1 MPN CGPS-1

Crushes garlic efficiently with 44 angled pressing feet in a compact zinc-alloy body weighing 171 g

  • Color familySilver
  • Number of sets1
  • Size or dimensions5.1 cm × 5.2 cm × 16.6 cm
  • Product typeCooking Twine & Twine Dispensers
  • Product colorSilver
  • Number of items1
  • Crushes multiple cloves at once with 44 angled pressing feet
  • Ergonomic zinc-alloy handle weighs only 171 g for easy squeezing
  • Rust-proof electroplated finish stays bright after years of use
  • Compact 15.8 x 5.8 x 3.5 cm design stores in any drawer
  • Dishwasher-safe and hand-washable for quick cleanup

Compact Garlic Press for Everyday Cooks

The Iwatani CGPS-1 measures 5.1 cm x 5.2 cm x 16.6 cm and weighs 171 g. Its zinc-alloy body with 44 angled pressing feet crushes multiple cloves at once, peeled or unpeeled. The ergonomic handle reduces hand strain during repeated use. It suits home cooks who want quick, fine mince without a knife.

Limits of the Manual Press Mechanism

The tool relies on hand force, so very large or extremely hard cloves may need pre-slicing. The 44 pressing feet and matching cavity holes maximise yield but cannot process whole heads in one motion. Stainless-steel pins secure the hinge, yet the mechanism has no mechanical advantage beyond the lever arm. Output texture is fixed by the hole pattern.

Simple Clean-Up with One Common Trap

The press is dishwasher safe and also cleans easily by hand under running water. The mirror electroplated finish resists rust and odour retention. The main issue is garlic skin accumulating inside the cavity and around the pressing feet; a small brush or toothpick clears it quickly. No disassembly is required for routine maintenance.

How it compares

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Price $12.99
Cheaper than about 80% of the 1,685 comparable items (median $19.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameIwatani
Model nameCGPS-1
Part numberCGPS-1
Product typeCooking Twine & Twine Dispensers
Product colorSilver
Color familySilver
Size & build
Size or dimensions5.1 cm × 5.2 cm × 16.6 cm
In the box
Number of items1
Number of sets1

Questions about this item

How many pressing feet does the CGPS-1 have?

The CGPS-1 has 44 angled pressing feet that align with the cavity holes to mince garlic efficiently, whether the cloves are peeled or not.

Is the zinc-alloy body with stainless-steel pins dishwasher safe?

Yes — the electroplated zinc-alloy body and stainless-steel pin construction resist rust and deformation, and the supplier lists the press as both hand-wash and machine-wash safe.

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