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Vestil D-HEAD-1 Steel Express-Open Manual Drum Deheader, Ratchet Drive, 3" Length x 5-1/2" Width x 14" Height

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  • Unique design is similar to a household can-opener and is very easy to use
  • Cutting blade does not leave a sharp edge on the drum
  • Vice-grip style mechanism securely attaches unit to drum
  • Steel construction gives the austerity needed to open drums

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 14.5 x 6.5 x 2.25 inches; 4 Pounds
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ D-HEAD-1
  • National Stock Number ‏ : ‎ 5110-01-558-9776
  • Date First Available ‏ : ‎ October 6, 2009
  • Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Vestil Manufacturing Co.
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B007F9INWG
  • Country of Origin ‏ : ‎ China
  • Customer Reviews:
    2.4 2.4 out of 5 stars 34 ratings

Product Description

Vestil express-open forged head drum deheader. Convert your closed head steel drums into storage containers with our Drum Deheaders. The blade is angled for maximum penetration and flattens the cut edge so there are no sharp or jagged edges. Quickly remove the head of a steel drum with our express-open drum deheader. Unique design, model D-HEAD-1, is similar to a household can-opener and is very easy to use. Comfortable handle configuration allows for maximum operator comfort. Includes vice-grip style mechanism for securely attaching unit to drum. A standard 1/2-inches ratchet drive (manual or pneumatic) must be used to operate the deheader (ratchet drive not included). Inside cutting blade does not leave a sharp edge on the drum. Opens 30 and 55 gallon steel drums and 5 gallon pails. Measures 3-inches length by 5-1/2-inches width by 41-inches height.

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    Vestil Manufacturing and all affiliates and subsidiaries is an industry leader in the production and distribution of material handling equipment. We feature over 1,000 unique product lines. We deliver value to our customers by engineering new designs and products which increase productivity, improve workplace ergonomics, and decrease worker injury.

  3. How did we get our start?

    Vestil Manufacturing Company and all affiliates and subsidiaries is a fourth-generation family-owned and operated business. We were founded in 1957 in Albion, Michigan when the owners of T & S Equipment started a new company with the intention of manufacturing truck and rail dock equipment. During the 1970’s, the company redefined its product strategy to include material handling equipment. In 1982, Vestil moved from Michigan into a new larger building in Angola, Indiana to allow for future growth opportunities.

  4. What makes our products unique?

    We deliver value to our customers by engineering new designs and products which increase productivity, improve workplace ergonomics, and decrease worker injury. We provide a broad product line to our customers in an efficient manner allowing for the best possible customer experience.

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    Vestil Manufacturing Company and all affiliates and subsidiaries operates several facilities in the same industrial campus. We have a team of full-time engineers focusing on mechanical, fluid power, electrical, and industrial disciplines. Our sales and support staff are dedicated to providing the best customer experience possible. We also take pride in being a leader and frontrunner in providing the best content and quality product data in the industry.

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2.4 out of 5 stars
2.4 out of 5
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Customers say

Customers have negative opinions about the quality, durability, performance, and cutting ability of the drum cutter. They mention that it's not worth the money, the shear-pin inside broke on first drum, and that the handle came apart. They also say that it doesn't work well at all and that it no longer cuts the heads off drums.

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6 customers mention0 positive6 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the quality of the material handling product. They mention that it's not worth the money, terrible, and doesn't work.

"...Just as well item was quite robust.Not good for promoting more sales?" Read more

"...NOT WORTH THE MONEY-- DO NOT BUY!!!" Read more

"Do NOT buy...They do not accept returns, and the product doesn't work." Read more

"Terrible product - broke after 1st drum..." Read more

4 customers mention0 positive4 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the material handling product. They mention that it broke immediately, the shear-pin inside broke on the first drum, and the handle came apart.

"Shear-pin inside broke on first drum. Took it apart and tac-welded it to get through the 12 drums we needed to dehead...." Read more

"Did not work at all, was broken immediately trying to do the job it was designed to do." Read more

"...on the second barrel while cutting with a ratchet wrench the replacement broke and now it is too late to replace without paying for the return..." Read more

"Cutter is bent and handle coming apart, only cut 2 tops. What a ripoff!!!!!" Read more

4 customers mention0 positive4 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the material handling product. They mention that it does not work well at all and that they bought a cheaper one that works 10x better.

"Does not work what so ever used it for 2 barrels an it broke.... not worth 10 bucks" Read more

"Did not work at all, was broken immediately trying to do the job it was designed to do." Read more

"...This does not work well at all. I bought a cheaper one that works 10x this. Plus they do not offer returns. Just an FYI." Read more

"It just doesn't work...." Read more

3 customers mention0 positive3 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the cutting ability of the material handling product. They mention that it is too slow and won't hardly cut. Some customers also mention that the handle comes apart and that the wheel bent on an angle so it no longer cuts the heads off drums.

"...2 more, and then the cut wheel bent on an angle so it no longer cuts the heads off drums. Ordered a wesco brand one. Don't buy this!..." Read more

"Wouldn’t recommend it.It’s too slow and it won’t hardly cut" Read more

"Cutter is bent and handle coming apart, only cut 2 tops. What a ripoff!!!!!" Read more

Cutter is bent and handle coming apart, only cut 2 tops
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Cutter is bent and handle coming apart, only cut 2 tops
Cutter is bent and handle coming apart, only cut 2 tops. What a ripoff!!!!!
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PAUL WOGLOM
1.0 out of 5 stars Terrible product - broke after 1st drum
Reviewed in the United States on August 18, 2023
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Shear-pin inside broke on first drum. Took it apart and tac-welded it to get through the 12 drums we needed to dehead. Got through 2 more, and then the cut wheel bent on an angle so it no longer cuts the heads off drums. Ordered a wesco brand one. Don't buy this! Whoever invented this: I hope your ketchup forever has tons of the clear stuff come out first.
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bbbiswn
5.0 out of 5 stars Hmmmm
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2022
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Harder to use than expected, however did a great job
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Isaac
1.0 out of 5 stars Not worth the money
Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2020
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Does not work what so ever used it for 2 barrels an it broke.... not worth 10 bucks
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MLC
1.0 out of 5 stars Did not work at all, was broken immediately trying to do the job it was designed to do.
Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2022
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Did not work at all, was broken immediately trying to do the job it was designed to do.
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Laine Vickers
4.0 out of 5 stars Drum deheader
Reviewed in the United States on October 21, 2022
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Great idea, with practice works well. Disappointed with the assembly, cutting wheel wouldn't turn and the retaining pin only partly in. Had to remove and descale inside cutter , refit. Amazing the difference. A little care goes along way. All mention that the card board box packaging was almost completely destroyed on arrival. Just as well item was quite robust.
Not good for promoting more sales?
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Charlotte D.
1.0 out of 5 stars It’s a piece of junk. Wouldn’t recommend it
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2023
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Wouldn’t recommend it.It’s too slow and it won’t hardly cut
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Jeff
1.0 out of 5 stars JUNK
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2013
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The first deheader I received had a broken gear. After having it replaced it cut the first barrel perfectly, on the second barrel while cutting with a ratchet wrench the replacement broke and now it is too late to replace without paying for the return shipping and taking a restocking fee out of my purchase price. This is the biggest, most expensive piece of junk that I have ever purchased from AMAZON.
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1.0 out of 5 stars It just doesn't work.
Reviewed in the United States on October 18, 2022
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The "vice grip" clamp immediately pops open requiring that to be held instead of the handle and as a result it doesn't like to stay on the lip because you have no leverage. The drive teeth that grip the outside lip aren't hardened well enough and smoothed over on 1 barrel and cutting wheel isn't sharp enough to pierce. 20 minutes and failed to remove 1 drum head. Then I find out its non returnable. With there had been a review before I bought it, so now you've been warned!
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CVB
1.0 out of 5 stars Drum lid leaver on-er.
Reviewed in Canada on November 2, 2021
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Can’t cut drum tops off with a piece of human poop. Fact. If you want to perfect how NOT to get the lid off a barrel, you definitely gotta get yourself one of these!!
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Brian L Watts
1.0 out of 5 stars Dont buy this !!!
Reviewed in Canada on March 23, 2020
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THIS PRODUCT DOES NOT WORK AND THEY WILL NOT ALLOW A RETURN !!!!
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