Arshi

@arshiquraishi · 22 Nov 2021

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How to open can without can opener?

come in handy, even if you do not have a can opener. Using this hack is simple and easy. Even though it may seem absurd, the metal of the spoon thins and cuts through the metal of the can lid with a touch of friction. For this trick, metal spoons are the only ones that work: plastic spoons don't work. It is possible that you could have survived the toilet paper crisis of 2021 if you had packed canned goods. You will need to place the can lid directly on the concrete or rock if you want it to work. Afterward, rub the can's lid back and forth on the concrete, pressing down firmly to create friction that'll help loosen the lid. Make sure the magic has started by checking the lid, rotating, and repeating. Perhaps you had forgotten to bring a critical ingredient for dinner while camping.

Using a can opener without a can opener:

•  Megan Hine, survival consultant and author of Mind of a Survivor, advises placing the tip of the spoon on the inner edge of the rim and rubbing it back and forth until you puncture the metal.
•  It's often quite dangerous to open a can, even if you use proper tools. You can easily cut yourself on the aluminum lid if you're not careful.
•  Can openers can keep your hands at a safe distance from razor-sharp can lids, which only amplifies that risk.
•  Despite the fact that a metal spoon is not as dangerous as a sharpened knife, the lid of the can is still quite pointed.
•  In glow of this, we should be alert when handling it. As you work your way around the entire edge, the prong of the fork should stay inside the hole, ripping the metal like an ATF can opener.
•  To rip the metal, pierce several consecutive holes and try again if you are having problems with just one small opening.

What to do if there is no can opener:

•  It works best if you place the lid directly on the concrete or rock so that it is upside down.
•  Put a lot of pressure on the lid of the can then rub it back and forth on the concrete, creating a lot of friction that will loosen the lid.
•  To determine if the magic has begun, check the lid and rotate. Start by cutting the first slit, and then continue pressing the spoon tip around the edge.
•  By doing so, you will make sure the lid is at least open enough to allow you to bend it backward.
•  In the event that you forgot to work out your forearms today, you can utilize this method to cover them.
•  To ensure optimal control of the utensil, position your hand so that your thumb is grasping the round part of the spoon handle.

The first time we moved to Ecuador, we experienced this issue. Just before moving into our newly-purchased apartment, we had bought all the houseware and groceries we would need. When we got hungry, we didn't have a can opener. There is a possibility that your can opener is broken, lost, or hidden in storage boxes. It may not even be available in your hotel room or vacation rental. There might be a time or two when you feel like tucking into a tin of baked beans. However, you might discover that the thin metal lid prevents you from doing so.

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