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2 Pack Survival Kit Can Opener, Military, P-51 Model 2 Pack Survival Kit Can Opener, Military, P-51 Model

2 Pack Survival Kit Can Opener, Military, P-51 Model

2 Pack Survival Kit Can Opener, Military, P-51 Model 2 Pack Survival Kit Can Opener, Military, P-51 Model
$ 3.88

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Based on 4,362 ratings
For traveling
9.80
Easy to clean
9.08
Durability
8.98
Easy to use
9.30
Sturdiness
9.29

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P-51 can openers in a set of two.
The blade on the handle is hinged and measures 2" long.
They're ideal for backpacking, travel, and even bug out bags because of their ultralight design.

Questions & Answers

This was purchased for our emergency supply kit. I'm not sure what to do with it now. There were no instructions included in the package. Please give me simple directions. ?

Please pay attention. These are extremely easy to put together. The blade should now be opened. The angle formed by the opener should be around 90 degrees. Another, smaller blade opens in the opposite direction from the blade hinge at the base. Hook this smaller blade under the can's outer lip. With your right hand, grip the opener with your thumb and forefinger, leaving the smaller blade in place and pressing the large blade against the top of the can as close to the rim as possible. Push the main blade through the can lid by rotating the hand at the wrist with a firm motion. Rotate the can counterclockwise with your left hand. clock- These are not ambidextrous, so use your right hand to continue a rotating sawing motion. Carry on in this manner until the lid has been cut and only 1/2-inch of the lid remains. A quarter of an inch is left unshaved. Your hand will cramp and hurt if this is your first time; just bear it. Pull up the edge of the lid opposite where you stopped cutting with the edge of the opener. The remaining lid serves as a hinge, and the can is now open. If you have a smidgeon of intelligence and common sense, you can use this device without fear.

Is it possible for these to open beer or soda bottles as well?

They can open cans with a lip, which are the ones that most electric can openers can't. NOT POP TOP CANS, but cans from the 1940s, 1950s, and 1960s.

These "openers" were known as P-openers during WWII. 38's. because opening cans in that era required 38 turns! What is the origin of the term "P-card"?

A P-type was the name given to it. Because the opener's side is stamped with the number 38. I could open a can in about 20 twists, so the story of the 38 "turns" is a hoax.

What is the distinction between the P- and the P-plus? 51, as well as the original P- 38 ?

The P- The number 38 refers to the length of the lever that was used to open the C-shaped door. small cans and rationing The P- The 51 has a length of 51mm and is used to open larger "bulk size" cans. They're two of the most basic and practical devices ever devised.

Selected User Reviews For 2 Pack Survival Kit Can Opener, Military, P-51 Model

How To Use This Tiny Can Opener Is Demonstrated In This Video   It's one thing to have these small can openers in your emergency kit, but knowing how to use them is another
5/5

It's not difficult to learn how to use one of these if you've never used one before. However, I demonstrate a few key features that you'll need to know in order to use this small device to open cans. br>br>SIZE: I've never seen such a small can opener. BR>BR>WEIGHT: BR>BR>WEIGHT: BR>WEIGHT: BR>WEIGHT: BR>WEIGHT Moreover, it is the lightestbr>br>FUNCTIONALITY: These little can openers are a little slow at first, but once you get the hang of them, you'll be able to open a can in no time. OPTIONS and ALTERNATE USES: br>br> It's worth noting that there's a small hole pre-drilled. Each of these has a hole drilled in it, allowing you to run some small-scale experiments with them. Through the opener, run a gauge cord. In terms of alternative uses, I recall seeing a video on YouTube a while back of a man skinning a deer with nothing more than the blade from his survival can opener. It is true in a pinch: The sharpened blade on this opener could be used for a variety of tasks. I'd rather not have to use it that way, but it might be useful. br>br>I did not receive this product as part of a promotion. This review is entirely based on my personal experiences with the product and my own opinions.

Harley Kennedy
Harley Kennedy
| Jul 13, 2021
Make a financial plan
5/5

I was simply fed up with wasting money on can openers that cost $20 or more and kept bending or dying after a year or two. If a can doesn't have a pull tab, this thing will open it just fine. Instead of thinking I need a can opener that turns the can into a lid, I just use old Pringles tops to cover my cans. Fancy can openers are no longer worth the money.

Caroline Bryant
Caroline Bryant
| Nov 25, 2021
It's ideal for unexpected situations
5/5

I've had a lot of these in the past, and I got these to replace the ones I lost in the Cameron Peak Fire, and they're just as good as the ones I lost. For those who haven't used these before, they won't get you out of a car, and they're pretty basic. Even so, if you don't have access to electricity or larger openers, and you use them with caution, they're fantastic!.

Kendrick Duncan
Kendrick Duncan
| Jan 07, 2021
Keep them in a safe place and use them as much as possible: The can openers I got were exactly like the ones in the photo, measuring two inches long, ridged with two indentations, and stamped with the US Shelby Co
4/5

They are the larger P-shaped P-shaped P-shaped P-shaped P-shaped 51 model, and they're actually a lot easier to use than the smaller P-51 model. 38's. These can openers aren't a replacement for the ease-of-use of a traditional can opener. can be opened with a standard hand crank. They're surprisingly simple to use, but they're best suited for backup, camping, backpacking, or prepping. If you're a prepper, stock up on these: They're reasonably close to the real thing, and they're reasonably priced. Although the metal isn't as tough as it once was (you can see some rust on one of them in my photos), mine were far from "bendable" and would hold up well in a survival situation. The best part is that the cost is low enough that you can buy as many as you want and stash them wherever you want. There should be no exceptions when it comes to owning a few of these. Scenario: For one day, the road has been flooded, eroded, blocked, jammed, or otherwise rendered impassable. You haven't just gone to the supermarket. Alternatively, you may have done so and the power has gone out, causing your refrigerated food to spoil. The only safe and palatable food is lurking in the back of your pantry. Your regular can opener, which is a cheap piece of junk, is broken, lost, or stolen. So, what are my options? br>br>How to use: 1. br>br> Remove the blade by pulling it out. Place the blade's point on top of the can as close as possible to the edge. Next to the blade, there is a small sharp slot. Slide this slot down under the rim of the can, catching the lip, while keeping the blade on top of the can. Place the rim of the rimstick firmly in the slot. 2. br>br>1. br>br>br>br>br>br Use the can opener as a lever, pushing away from yourself into the top of the can and slicing it with the blade while keeping the slot under the rim. 3. br>br>4. br>br>5. br>br>6. br>br>4. Remove the blade from the canbr>br> Steps 1 and 2 should be repeated. 3. Puncture a second hole in the same direction as the first. br>br>5. Continue piercing holes in a row until the lid is removed.

Emmeline Randolph
Emmeline Randolph
| Jun 25, 2021
a nitch item with a particular- However, there is no restriction on use
5/5

"Bug Out" - RECOMMENDED - Natural catastrophe - Apocalypse Kits for the Zombie Apocalypse Very cool beans, very cool beans, very cool beans, very cool beans, very cool beans, very cool beans, very With El Nino on the horizon and the potential for trouble in S. Africa, I made the decision. It was time to get serious about our Emergency/Hurricane/Disaster Preparedness Kit, as we were expecting a lot of rain in the coming months in Florida. Well, it's just your standard oversized backpack, LOL. For bug out bags, these "can openers" are multifunctional. Opening food cans is a breeze with this tool. However, advertising should not be used to limit the utility of the tool. It can shave bark for fire starting, cut paracord for hammock construction, litter construction for transporting an injured person, securing food high up out of reach of krittters, whittle food utensils, and many other medical issues. To signal or defend oneself, one can reflect sunlight. You see, the only thing that limits you is your imagination. br>br>This is a slightly larger version of the typical military issue. The majority of them were P-. The number 38 refers to the length of the object, which is measured in millimeters. These are P-grade materials. For r1mm, 51 is the number to use. Getting a good trip is a little easier now.

Lyla Yu
Lyla Yu
| Jan 16, 2021
Cheap, tough, and not sharp enough; not recommended for home use, but excellent for camping
3/5

The items came in two sizes, and there was no instruction manual in the box, so people unfamiliar with military meals may be confused about how to use this type of can opener. They're also not sharp enough, so opening a can requires a lot of thumb pressure. This product, on the other hand, is one of the tiniest can openers available, allowing you to take it with you wherever you go and get the job done. Its price is also very low, and it is a very durable item.

Hazel THOMSON
Hazel THOMSON
| Jan 14, 2021
After a few uses, it's trash
3/5

I've had one of these for a long time. They used to last FOREVER, and everyone used to swear by and love them. They must have changed the mettle or this isn't the same brand because the bottom tooth that grabs the bottom of the can bevel now wears out after only a 5-minute use. It is now worthless after ten uses. It simply slips off the can after the bottom tooth has been shot. This is the second time it has happened. Two pack. I threw the first one away. I wish I had saved it for the photos. It's entirely up to you.

Aya Brown
Aya Brown
| Feb 10, 2021

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