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| 1 | # Standard Grippers by Cannon PowerWorks | 1 | # Standard Grippers by Cannon PowerWorks |
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| 3 | **Cannon PowerWorks** offers a carefully crafted line of **Standard Grippers**, designed to meet the needs of grip strength enthusiasts and athletes. These grippers, handmade in Minnesota, are named after increasingly hard metals and feature their respective chemical symbols stamped on the handles. With aggressive knurling and durable oil-tempered springs, the **Standard Grippers** are built to fill key gaps in strength training. | 3 | Standard Grippers are made by Matt Cannon of **Cannon PowerWorks** |
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| 5 | ## Overview of Standard Grippers | ||
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| 7 | The **Standard Grippers** line includes models ranging from softer metals like **Tin** to harder, more challenging metals like **Tungsten**. Each gripper is designed to provide a unique level of resistance, allowing athletes to progressively build their grip strength. These grippers are popular due to their simple yet effective design, featuring aluminum handles and reliable springs that ensure consistent resistance over time. | ||
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| 9 | ### Resistance Levels and Models | ||
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| 11 | Here are the specific models of **Standard Grippers** offered by Cannon PowerWorks, along with their approximate resistance levels and handle abbreviations: | ||
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| 13 | - **Tin (Sn)** – The lightest model, ideal for those just beginning grip strength training or for warm-ups. | ||
| 14 | - **Zinc (Zn)** – A slight step up from Tin, providing moderate resistance for beginners. | ||
| 15 | - **Silver (Ag)** – A popular entry-level gripper for beginners developing a baseline of grip strength. | ||
| 16 | - **Gold (Au)** – A great option for those looking to progress from lighter grippers. | ||
| 17 | - **Copper (Cu)** – Provides a more challenging resistance for intermediate athletes. | ||
| 18 | - **Platinum (Pt)** – A solid intermediate-level gripper for those advancing in their training. | ||
| 19 | - **Iron (Fe)** – A tough gripper for serious grip strength practitioners. | ||
| 20 | - **Nickel (Ni)** – A step-up in difficulty, intended for advanced users. | ||
| 21 | - **Cobalt (Co)** – A high-resistance gripper for those nearing elite levels of hand strength. | ||
| 22 | - **Titanium (Ti)** – Ideal for athletes seeking a challenging test of their grip. | ||
| 23 | - **Tungsten (W)** – One of the hardest grippers, offering elite-level resistance. | ||
| 24 | - **Unobtainium (Ub)** – A rare, extremely challenging model designed for the top-tier grip athletes. | ||
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| 26 | Each model is meticulously crafted to provide specific resistance levels, ensuring athletes can steadily increase their hand strength as they move through the lineup. | ||
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| 28 | ## Design and Build Quality | ||
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| 30 | The **Standard Grippers** are known for their robust design. Key features include: | ||
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| 32 | - **Knurled Aluminum Handles:** These provide a secure grip, preventing slippage during high-resistance closes. | ||
| 33 | - **Oil-Tempered Springs:** Designed to offer consistent resistance over long-term use. | ||
| 34 | - **Engraved Abbreviations:** Each gripper’s handle is stamped with the chemical symbol of its respective metal, ensuring easy identification of the model. | ||
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| 36 | The attention to detail in the build quality ensures that these grippers can withstand heavy use over time, making them a dependable addition to any grip strength training routine. | ||
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| 38 | ## Who Should Use Standard Grippers? | ||
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| 40 | The **Standard Grippers** line is suitable for athletes at various stages of grip training: | ||
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| 42 | - **Beginners** can start with the **Tin (Sn)** or **Zinc (Zn)** models to develop basic hand strength. | ||
| 43 | - **Intermediate Users** can work with **Silver (Ag)**, **Gold (Au)**, and **Copper (Cu)** to continue building strength. | ||
| 44 | - **Advanced Athletes** will benefit from models like **Iron (Fe)**, **Nickel (Ni)**, and **Cobalt (Co)** as they push their limits. | ||
| 45 | - **Elite Athletes** can test their strength with **Titanium (Ti)**, **Tungsten (W)**, and the extremely challenging **Unobtainium (Ub)**. | ||
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| 47 | ## Training Applications | ||
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| 49 | These grippers can be used in various ways to build grip strength: | ||
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| 51 | - **Repetition Training:** Perform multiple sets of squeezes to build endurance and overall hand strength. | ||
| 52 | - **Max Effort Closes:** Attempt to fully close the gripper and hold for a few seconds to maximize strength. | ||
| 53 | - **Progressive Resistance:** Start with a lighter model and progressively move up to more challenging grippers as strength improves. | ||
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| 55 | ## Conclusion | ||
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| 57 | The **Standard Grippers by Cannon PowerWorks** provide athletes with a durable, reliable way to build grip strength over time. With models ranging from **Tin (Sn)** to **Unobtainium (Ub)**, athletes can progressively challenge themselves as they move through the lineup. Whether you’re a beginner or an elite athlete, these grippers offer a structured and effective approach to improving grip strength. | ||
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| 59 | For more information on these grippers, visit the official product page [here](https://cannonpowerworks.com/collections/standard-grippers). | ||