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Coghlan's Can Opener - Package of 2
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Compact and easy-to-use, this handy mini can-opener from Coghlan's can hide in your cookset until you need to use it.
Shop similar products- Made from hardened carbon steel that's nickel plated to resist rusting
- Stays sharp for years
- Sold as a package of 2
Imported.
View all Coghlan's Cooking Utensils| Best Use | Backpacking Camping |
|---|---|
| Material(s) | Carbon steel |
| Dimensions | 2 x 1 inches |
| Weight | Unavailable |
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too bad they only come in 2packs
thisispete9 years ago
I was on my way camping and I forgot my can-opener. I was swinging by REI off the interstate to pick up some gas canisters for my camp stove, and I grabbed a pack of these for like $3 after tax. Pretty bummed they didn't offer them in singles, really no need for 2 of em. I have a 3rd at home, they could just as easily sell them from a little bin by the register without all the packaging that I then had to turn into landfill. If anyone wants one I now have a small collection of them. :/ For the actual product, this one feels much more flimsy than the one that was handed down to me from my Army father, but worked fine none the less.
thisispete
Oakland, CA, United States
7 people found this review helpful
Most Helpful Critical Review
It's also known as a P38
srxtreme9 years ago
It's also known as a P38. The military used to get them with there C-Rations. There's were snap locking, open or closed and were made with good steel. Been carrying mine for over 25 years and its still sharp and still works great. If your in a pinch it also works great as a flat head screw driver. Only problem with my P38 is the hole where the key ring goes is wearing thin.
I've bought many of these over the years to hand out to friends, but the quality is not there due to weak metal, that makes then go dull and even bend.
I would recommend everone have one of these, but look for a military model made of strong steel.
srxtreme
Fort Campbell, KY, United States
20 people found this review helpful
srxtreme
Fort Campbell, KY, United States
It's also known as a P38
9 years ago
It's also known as a P38. The military used to get them with there C-Rations. There's were snap locking, open or closed and were made with good steel. Been carrying mine for over 25 years and its still sharp and still works great. If your in a pinch it also works great as a flat head screw driver. Only problem with my P38 is the hole where the key ring goes is wearing thin. I've bought many of these over the years to hand out to friends, but the quality is not there due to weak metal, that makes then go dull and even bend. I would recommend everone have one of these, but look for a military model made of strong steel.
Yes , I recommend this product
thisispete
Oakland, CA, United States
too bad they only come in 2packs
9 years ago
I was on my way camping and I forgot my can-opener. I was swinging by REI off the interstate to pick up some gas canisters for my camp stove, and I grabbed a pack of these for like $3 after tax. Pretty bummed they didn't offer them in singles, really no need for 2 of em. I have a 3rd at home, they could just as easily sell them from a little bin by the register without all the packaging that I then had to turn into landfill. If anyone wants one I now have a small collection of them. :/ For the actual product, this one feels much more flimsy than the one that was handed down to me from my Army father, but worked fine none the less.
Yes , I recommend this product
Diesel2k2
Las Vegas, NV
My Quarantine/Lockdown can opener
5 years ago
These feel like great quality replicas of the military P-51 can openers. It is bigger than my old milspec P-38 and look great with a polished steel appearance. I used it today to open a can of condensed milk and it worked better than every single can opener I have tried for this can design. Went through a can of tuna like a hot knife through warm butter. Smooth and strong performance from a simple tool. Thanks for literally getting me the item in just under 2 days! Amazing customer support!
Yes , I recommend this product
Ecat
Philadelphia, PA, United States
A welcome touch of the past
7 years ago
Coghlan's Cam Opener is a nearly perfect little tool, a close replica of the military device packed with every one of the old-time ration packages (before the current "Meals Ready to Eat" came into use). The only one-star deducting point is the failure to replicate the military version's snapping-together feature. The pointed blade on this version swings loose and could cause injury or damage if carried or stored loose. I have had to wrap mine with a rubber band.
Yes , I recommend this product
Stein87
Columbia, MD, United States
Sharp and gets the job done!
11 years ago
I was a little hesitant about this product at first due to its simplicity and cost, but it really does work! This is so small and actually does stay sharp! These actually worked better than the can opener on my boyfriend's Leatherman. I will keep this in my backpack for any and all future trips!
Yes , I recommend this product
TXpedition Offroad
Arlington, TX, United States
Not your childhood version of the can opener.
8 years ago
I took this with me on my recent trip to Big Bend. My buddy forgot his can opener and I just happened to have this pair that I bought about 2 months ago. The blade kept slipping off at an angle and it was a lot harder to use than the ones I had in the scouts. Did it get the job done? yes Is it the better quality one we had growing up? nope I don't remember having to work this hard using one back in the day.
Tok2Tok
Australia
Betta Then Granpas Hands.
16 years ago
I have used these types of openers for some 20 years and have to say, they are simple, straight-forward, and work. You just pop on and manually move around the lid. Like all lids, in the end be careful of the jagged edges. This is the way to go!
Yes , I recommend this product
kater
East Lansing, MI
Not comfortable to use
15 years ago
I've had a smaller version of such opener and it was so compact and useful that I decided to buy this opener in addition, to have two. This opener is worse than the older one, because the flap cannot be fixed in either folded or unfolded position. Sharp edge within the can is thicker than I used to have with the older one, and the handle is too big for my hands (average female hands). All in all, this opener works, but it is not comfortable at all. .
No, I do not recommend this product
BABSeiders
West Richland, WA
A classic!
14 years ago
On a trip last year to Mongolia, we had to use a screw driver to open a can of pears. So, this year, I took about 20 of these for gifts for the drivers and "prizes" for the officers I train. Almost everyone I gave them to put them on their key chains immediately. It is good to practice with it before you need it, and watch out for the pointy tip!
Yes , I recommend this product
TSherry
Santa Cruz, CA
Gets it done on the outcrop!
14 years ago
I use these in the field to open tuna cans (when there isn't time to pack a lunch in the morning). Gets the job done and works great. I had mine attached to a necklace. The only problem is that it's ferrous so I had to take it off when using my brunton.
Yes , I recommend this product
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