What is the best hickory nut cracker?

Question

We have just purchased a home that has a humongous hickory tree. We literally have a million hickory nuts on the ground. Some have been there a very long time. Can you tell me what I need to do at this point to try to salvage the good ones?

Answer 1

As far as a nutcracker goes... That will be almost completely up to preference. Now, for picking and storing... This article will help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/nut-trees/hickory/harvesting-hickory-nuts.htm