They don't ship to Europe, so it doesn't really matter, but my first impression was "pretty cool, can maybe soundproof my studio with that". But it's pretty expensive and every block seems to be printed with the .com name? I ain't paying for that!

I guess Jeroen is working on an English translation?

My mother has exactly this peeler - and had it for ages. It might even be a gift from her mother. It's exceptionally durable.

However, I quit peeling my potatoes since i prefer them with the skin on. Healthier too.

I am still pretty fond of what the US potentially has to offer in sights and people, but this latest 'welcoming' policy change is the last straw:

http://www.cnn.com/2007/TRAVEL/12/10/visitors.fingerprints/index.html

Ten fingerprints?! Christ...