February 23rd, 2007 in Lifehack
Open a Can Without a Can Opener
Nothing too fancy here, just a demonstration from Instructables of how to open a can if you don’t have a can opener. I’ve had many occasions when I didn’t have a can opener and never thought to try opening the can with a knife. The typical disclaimers apply here: if you try this, be extra careful not to cut yourself. Do any of you know a safer way to do this? If so, please let us know in the comments.
Open a can with a knife – [Instructables]
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Glenn says on February 23rd, 2007 at 9:05 pm
This reminds me a lot of Russian Roulette. You get away with it five times, the sixth time you are going to hurt yourself really bad. If you are, ah “silly” enough to try this, don’t use a folding pocket knife.
Regards,
Glenn
matt m says on February 24th, 2007 at 9:17 am
Hi,
I would try a screwdriver to punch the first hole, since it is ofen more sturdy than a knife. Then widen the opening with a knife.
Michael B says on February 24th, 2007 at 1:25 pm
Actually, a very long time ago, I picked up a little p38, a military can opener, that hangs on my keychain. You’d be surprised how many times in life that little thing has saved the day. Even as a professional chef, there were times a can opener couldn’t be found, especially in catering situations, and that little thing prevented a disaster. Worth stopping by your local Army surplus store and grabbing.
Andy says on February 24th, 2007 at 2:00 pm
A worse (but quicker) would be to use your teeth as this girl on youtube ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmZqH2cFRgw ) does – NOT that I’m recommending this
Haymoon says on February 28th, 2007 at 7:12 am
After piercing a start point on the can try facing the blade away from you and using the back of the leverwise on the edge of the can, take small “bites”.
A bit slower but safer
Haymoon says on February 28th, 2007 at 8:26 am
Sorry! the last post should read
After piercing a start point on the can try facing the blade away from you and using the back of the knife leverwise on the edge of the can, take small “bites”.
A bit slower but safer
Ryan says on June 4th, 2007 at 12:33 am
LOL! That guy thinks he’s tough while he’s whimpering!
Chanio says on September 1st, 2007 at 4:31 pm
I once tried with a screwdriver (punched three holes and took some little piece of the tin out). Then holded the piece with my pliers and screw it until all the top of the can was cut out. Just by screwing it. (a very tough job, must I say :))
sam says on January 9th, 2008 at 5:24 am
i need to reiterate michael b’s comment about the p38. it is very handy and easy to use. i eat away from home and on the road often. it has changed my life. every good boy scout should carry one.
Carlos says on March 31st, 2009 at 2:55 pm
you are a lifesaver!
Bill says on July 26th, 2009 at 12:19 pm
Of course!…Awesome
Sunitaaa says on October 17th, 2009 at 4:23 pm
lol.
thanks a lot!