A hand-held peeler 2 suitable for removal of tough outer skin from a fruit or vegetable comprises a housing 4 having a front end 6 and an opposing rear end 8, the housing 4 having an ergonomic outer surface defining an internal cavity (figure 3, 14) which houses an oscillating motor (figure 3, 18). The motor (figure 3, 18) vibrates a blade 16 which is configured to be located at, or adjacent, the front end 6. A power source is in communication with the motor (figure 3, 18). An actuator 22 is in communication with the power source and/or to operate the motor (figure 3, 18). The housing 4 may be an elongate. The power source may be a battery pack which may be rechargeable via an inlet in the housing 4 using a charger. There may be a dock provided. The charger may have means for holding a fruit or vegetable. The charger may comprise an induction charger. There may be a blade cover configured to receive and extend across the blade 16.
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