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trumpypumpyinyourrumpy
Don’t try and change me baby
EmmaMelisande
Right handed facists
BigCityBoyyy
Yeah it's a right-handed world for us lefties
fakeirish
I prefer the other way
mizzchanandlerbong
Other way seems safer. Put the sharp edged top back into the can; no sharp edges poking at you in the trash. This way? So much sharp...
Endocrom
You don't even have to cut the top out all the way, stop a bit before you make a complete circle and you have it all in one piece.
Aquatomahawk
I once lived with a house full of chefs opened my cans like this they nearly lost their minds
PruningTheBumfluff
They probably thought you were an idiot.
idontbelievethis
That's how I've always used mine
KingBeardy
Did anyone really need this?
HerrBisch
If the comments are to be believed then yes, very much so. I'm as surprised as you are.
That's fine, when civilization collapses, those who know how to wield can openers shall be Kings among men.
DelGriffithShowerRings
I can’t wait until I’m in a kitchen full of people to pull out this little trick! Might get me laid-Prob not
DahliGandhi
jbcars4life
They'll probably be relatives....
ryanjoseph666
TheDeltaMoo
All the better!
Speaking from your own experience I’m sure.....
BukkakeRider3000
I've been doing this since I was 12. So far zero can opener-related sex.
jeroenemans
Username begs to differ...
ProfXomox
Family reunions can be tricky like that
MrKibbs
Jesus... I have gray hair and I'm now learn about this? My life is a lie.
CarnivorousCactus
Was expecting an absolute mess á la HowToBasic. I'm heavily disappointed now.
PurpleBaconKitten
I was waiting for some 'howtobasic' thing to happen...are there other ways that people open cans?
Pheats
It's ok but leaves sharp edges
ff7cstrife
It’s meant either way but the way shown introduces sharp edges and meant for full use. The other way allows it to be wrapped and saved.
avervetmonkey
I was taught to never store things in cans, because of oxidization after opening resulting in even stronger tin flavour.
BeckyLookAtHerButt
TIL
Leaving a lovely sharpened edge around the top of the can? This is not good advice.
flamingflamingo
Uh, no. This doesn't do that. This basically just removes the sealed lid. There are no sharp edges left.
Been opening cans like this my entire life and haven't once cut myself.
solaslunas
Why are you touching the top edge can anyway? It's than trying to scrape food past a ragged lip the inside
It's not dangerous, same way using a knife for chopping isn't. If you're careless and use it wrong, you're gonna get hurt.
soapydux
Where do I put the batteries
JaromirAzarov
I hardly ever have to use a can opener because pretty much all food cans nowadays have "soda-can-like" openers (at least in Germany).
Lanka
Some tiny cans of tomato are only ones without that I've seen in past 5 years. Probably too small area for well working pull-lid..
madknitterlady
Same here in Finland
colinstu
Mostly like this in US too. Only ones that don’t are like the cheapest of the cheap of any option.
AmArschdieRaeuber
Also we have can openers that don't cut open the tin. They do it differently, hard to explain
Automatvapen
Is it a portal gun?
No they bend the lid and it just comes loose. Not sure how to say it in english
Like this? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezFy9AQJ-ME Looks like magic to me :P
That's it, yes
FiftyShadesOfCauliflower
I have a talent for breaking them off :\
MistressLyda
Google "Ring Pull Can Opener". A spoon also works.
Laynal
place thumb on lid - use thumb as leverage.
sarkie
Lies
Zeldadog
No
Isaacprksh
Well...I'm stupid
Ilovesmitty894evr
_did yall seeiously not know this??
Seriously*
mycatsanarsehole
This is a bad way to do it. Leaves a sharp edge for the recyclers to cut themselves on.
The recyclers are supposed to be wearing heavy duty gloves that can take sharp edges, there where metal recycling is manual.
shadowex3
This leaves you with a razor sharp can and only works on some designs.
Caerphilian1
This is the only way I've ever done it... am I missing out on something here?
Some people were never taught it to do this way, and so to them it's as radical as opening an egg the opposite way they're used to.
Wait. There's another way to open an egg?!
There are two stereotype sides to open breakfast eggs on (pointy end vs round), and many different ways to open eggs when not for breakfast.
KnowmSaying
Same I don't understand what the big deal is
HowManyTimesAmIAllowedToChangeThis
What else lies have i been living?
Dante805
Your wife has been cheating on you for 2 years
GonzoRunner
How to peel a banana the right way: https://youtu.be/P8svUCSuMS4
TheRealCentralIntelligenceAgency
Licking doorknobs on other planets is illegal
EmpoleonMaster649
I don't know but I can tell you now MY LIFE IS A LIE!
jhawker27
Twinkle twinkle little star is the same tune as the alphabet song
AgolfHiller
Rince tuperware containers with cold water first when you finish things like pasta so it doesn't get a nasty orange look
safetcup
Really? Wow
mormacil
Wait what pasta gets a weird orange look? I can't recall ever seeing that. Is that just cheap pasta or something?
It's the sauce my man. When you don't clean the plastic properly it'll start looking fucking nasty
Oooh, now I get it. I honestly use of margarine cups etc. They don't really go orange and if they do I just throw them out.
Sathzur
tomato-based sauces turn tupperware orange
iamwang
You’re not fat because of slow metabolism
shimmernshine
They're big-boned.
GiantEarlobe
Although slow metabolism is a factor in weight gain
ff36
Not a major one, intake and expenditure are the only things that really matter
CoolOnCraze
Also, slow metabolism is a consequence of being overweight. Losing weight/gaining muscle will speed up your metabolism
No and yes, losing weight won't really but increasing muscle will. Just dieting is likely to slow you down even more without exercise.
theslowestsloth
Yes but thats not the reason.
mmiigg
Oranges are actually green and only turn orange because of cold temperatures in N. America.
problematicpolarbear
wait seriously ?
flamingling
Yes there’s lots of cold weather in Florida.
BigJewishHulk
An ex gf of mine worked at a green house, that painted them orange. I have played with the machine myself.
Hmm.. if you're anything like me, most of the worldview you were sold as a young person. Most folks are lying about the present and future
I sense Jed McKenna
My bad, but I don't get the reference. Guess I could google, but im too drunk and lazy right now. Is Jed worth a look up?
If you’re into enlightenment and that sort of stuff. His books are more of a 'no bullshit' guide to enlightenment.
rakhsh
Look at your petrol gauge in your car. It has a triangle showing what side of the car the fuel filler is on
wait what? Where? I know my filler is on the passenger side and the gauge is also on the same side, which is different than most cars I own
PostmodernSemanticQuagmire
My mum told me this last week and I was stunned.
muhvitus
Ive never understood why people use that kind of can opener when this works without any issues
JuliaKawanova
This is the best and only one I know how to use.
I hate these :D I prefer the ones that are a single solid chunk of metal, with a plastic handle, e.g.
LurkerOfDarkness
The other type is easier, especially with low cans, but this type should be in every home as either backup or to take on a trip...
Euffy
I am confused. Isn't this how everyone opens cans ? Think I'm missing something. What is different ? I can't think of any other way to open.
bikemancs
I'm 34, this is the first time I've ever seen this method. I've always used the "vertical" method.
FrozenWaterIsCool
mritty
What she does at first, holding the opener vertically, is how most people do it.
That said, cant imagine there's much difference either way. It's just a slightly different angle.
vegemitelover
Really? What the fuck
Well I'm UK. Maybe American ones are different ?
I’m Aussie but yes I would assume so!
...have never seen anyone do that before. There's even a flat edge to rest against the top so I'm not sure why you would try it vertically.
strangledbyaturtleneck
There are different kinds, most of the cheaper ones do the vertical cutting. The horizontal ones are "safety" kind because no sharp edges
AisBreaker
Does not work horizontally with any of my cans. The can lip is too tall or the can opener is too short, either way it doesn't cut into it
Because that’s the way we were taught. Because that’s the way our parents were taught. Because that’s they way *they* were taught. Etc.
gekkepoes
First time vertical I had to use a fork to find the lid pushed inside the can. This is much better.
Nommy86
There are different types, some that cut like this and some that are from the top
Alphahi
I have the exact same as used and I always cut from the top.
StaleChipsll
I don't follow. I'm aware of two different types of can opener, but I think the one in the gif is typically used top down.
ButtTrumpett
Correct. You’re both saying the same thing
JeezusJuice
No they aren’t. He’s saying this is the kind meant to cut from the top, used to cut the side.
But used*
gingerytinge
Butt used
Drougals
Some do both.
By "from the top", do you mean a churchkey style opener?
RaynebowDeathtrap
A what?
Churchkey? It's a old-style can opener. Metal lever with a pointy wedge that punches a triangular hole in the can.
I had one as a kid in our kitchen! I never knew the name since it was connected to a can opener. Just thought the whole thing was a can ope>
Also, +1
Straga27
No, some attach on the side and cut around the lip of the can on the inside, preventing a sharp edge. This type just cuts it all off,
leaving a continuous sharp edge all the way around.
Ohh! Haven't seen those. But then again, i'm no can-opener aficionado. Next time im checking out kitchen utensils, I'll keep an eye out!
shortbuswastaken
The other way the lid is the the sharp part, but you're definitely still not safe
DefaultImgurUsername
Yup. Have used both. This type is easier to use but I prefer the other type that I call sharptoothes
EverythingISeeIsAJojosReference
I do the latter mostly for tuna cans
nidhoggr
Nice. Canned before time
Matt420itsmybirthdayimnotapothead
God damn it
The fuck died you just say.
Madbull34
So... cut off the rounded protective edge?
Missy0witch
It leaves crazy sharp tins, its just easier to do
Th3H1ghlander
Only works for cans that have a short lip, or an opener with a deep stance.A lot of cans with tall lips where I live & it just doesn’t work.
Grizwald1
OP's mum has the long lips and a wide stance, i think it'll work.
Predacane35
Yeah, people don't know this because it doesn't often work.
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albinoALPACA
Did he just stab that man with a rock? What is this from?
Yesthatone
It's a tea cup, from Chronicles of Riddick.
willunconditionallydownvoterepoststatistics
I think its more to seperate the seal. Rather than cut through the metal.
bingebammer
No it cuts
clucja1
How else you can you kill a man with a tin can? Eh close enough
Skipadedodah
No it cuts inside the lip, leaving the rounded edge intact
goldfishcrackersbetweentheseats
No. This cuts it so that there's no sharp edge. It creates almost a lid you can put back on the top. I have a Pampered Chef one it's dope
Gremlynn4023
If you use a special designed opener for this maybe. This is done with a regular opener, and it does leave sharp, jagged edges on the can.
MuffyTheHamburgerSlayer
That's just a bog standard hardware store Swing-a-Way can opener.
anSSLerrorhasoccuredandasecureconnectiontotheservercannotbemade
There is always going to be a sharp side. Usually people avoid the sharp bit. Are an infomercial person?
doing it not this way the sharp is on the lid, which then gets put inside the can and won't slice through a trash bag.
LeonSandcastle
You can use the top to recap the can if you do it this way
What? No
A can is only used as a container, after opening it is emptied and trown away. Never save product in an opened can, unless it is motor oil.
Trimbl
What about bacon grease
jridley
Agreed, old cans are where bacon grease is collected on the stove.
JaxJamesTheTenaciousTurtle
Paint?
Also worms, It seems some people open a can of worms, but fail to find a solution.
Macish
I think the concern is less about reuse, more disposal. Looks like a recipe for a nice slash through a refuse sack. And then a tetanus shot!
Oh never thought about that.All the trash except paper and glass is trown in the same bin here, then never to be touched by hands again(1/2)
When collected (automated robot arm pucks up the garbage bins, lol) it goes to the recycling plant, were all materials are seperated (2/2)
How does your sharp tin can get from your kitchen bin to the garbage bin on the street? It's at that point where the danger lies! I gave /1
AncientSeraph
The Dutch separate tins from waste these days.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dz88ym_0v0M
FPAlpha
I'm 42.. but holy fucking shit!
JiffyGee
I did it this way when I was 6.
OneInThePinkTwoInTheStink
Well, I guess.you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Like you, I excel at doing it the incorrect way.
reitza9
I'm 43 and had to drop everything and open a can of anything just to try this. All I can say is whaaaaaaaaat?
GiggleWiggleJiggle
Belgium!
doesn't work with all cans.
mavruda
Same here - I was doing it wrong through all these time :(
Buckbeak1486
This*
changedmysusernamecauseofreasons
Oh shit! How did i not know this????
ZlaZena
Why has this been kept as a secret from all us "adults" for so long? :O
randomfrag
29 here, what is this shit!!!!
DrJanItor9000
27 here, I didn't know this wasn't common knowledge.. There are different styles that do it vertically, but I've used these since I was 5-7
SometimesIdontwanttolaugh
After watching this I felt the same when I found out I was wrong how babies are made when I was 12.
AntiTrollPatrol
ME TOO!!!!!
testesttest123
It ruins the can opener after while because it's more strain on the device this way...unless you have a quality product this one would fail.
IIRC they were banned in some states because they make an excellent weapon, like reciprocating hinged nunchaku.
I have the same swing-a-way model; it's gotta be at least 40 years old at this point and it doesn't skip a beat.
DBF68
That's probably exactly why it worked. http://amcohouseworks.com/swing-a-way.html
Wow, still only $4.50. If it's anything close to what the old ones are that's a massive bargain, I'd have guessed $10
thenewteddy
33 and this.
DogInBoots
Im "just" 32, but still.. damn. How did I not know about this??
iLikeTheShowCops
I’m 42 too
l67l92l60l
Ah yes. The age where enlightenment to the purpose of life is attained.
smartino
48 here: dumb for longest
idaho69442
41 here. God dammit.
pipskidoodle
They make can openers that do this specifically and that won't ruin the can opener
Gavener
41 and wrf
Alighierian
Only 24, but I'd say it's one of those things you just stop thinking about. The other way also works with a bunch of cans, so it just stuck.
I did also just try the positioning with a can I have here, and the top-down works if the ridge is thick enough, else the opener can't grip
AprilHamLincon
Yeah great age to be in !
QuamvisSintSubAqua
Not necessary anymore. Even discount cans come with a pull off lid today. Haven't needed an opener in ten years while using lots of cans.
Ancientmariner52
I use opener on pull-off lids often. Easier to fully empty can if top completely removed. Pull-offs nice for camping, though.
gtsr
Tomato cans usually don't have it
Central Europe here. I usually buy discount, sometimes reduced brands. Even the tomato cans got the pull off lids here. Where are you?
I'm in Italy and I rarely saw one with the pull off lid (all other cans have it, but not tomatoes).
Weird. Even the imported Italian brands come with a pull off lid. Must be some market differentiation by the firms.
MerttheSquirt
I'm in BC Canada and almost nothing has a pull off lid. Have to use can opener on every can.
trumpypumpyinyourrumpy
Don’t try and change me baby
EmmaMelisande
Right handed facists
BigCityBoyyy
Yeah it's a right-handed world for us lefties
fakeirish
I prefer the other way
mizzchanandlerbong
Other way seems safer. Put the sharp edged top back into the can; no sharp edges poking at you in the trash. This way? So much sharp...
Endocrom
You don't even have to cut the top out all the way, stop a bit before you make a complete circle and you have it all in one piece.
Aquatomahawk
I once lived with a house full of chefs opened my cans like this they nearly lost their minds
PruningTheBumfluff
They probably thought you were an idiot.
idontbelievethis
That's how I've always used mine
KingBeardy
Did anyone really need this?
HerrBisch
If the comments are to be believed then yes, very much so. I'm as surprised as you are.
KingBeardy
That's fine, when civilization collapses, those who know how to wield can openers shall be Kings among men.
DelGriffithShowerRings
DahliGandhi
jbcars4life
They'll probably be relatives....
ryanjoseph666
TheDeltaMoo
All the better!
DelGriffithShowerRings
Speaking from your own experience I’m sure.....
BukkakeRider3000
I've been doing this since I was 12. So far zero can opener-related sex.
jeroenemans
Username begs to differ...
ProfXomox
Family reunions can be tricky like that
MrKibbs
Jesus... I have gray hair and I'm now learn about this? My life is a lie.
CarnivorousCactus
Was expecting an absolute mess á la HowToBasic. I'm heavily disappointed now.
PurpleBaconKitten
I was waiting for some 'howtobasic' thing to happen...are there other ways that people open cans?
Pheats
It's ok but leaves sharp edges
ff7cstrife
It’s meant either way but the way shown introduces sharp edges and meant for full use. The other way allows it to be wrapped and saved.
avervetmonkey
I was taught to never store things in cans, because of oxidization after opening resulting in even stronger tin flavour.
BeckyLookAtHerButt
TIL
PruningTheBumfluff
Leaving a lovely sharpened edge around the top of the can? This is not good advice.
flamingflamingo
Uh, no. This doesn't do that. This basically just removes the sealed lid. There are no sharp edges left.
HerrBisch
Been opening cans like this my entire life and haven't once cut myself.
solaslunas
Why are you touching the top edge can anyway? It's than trying to scrape food past a ragged lip the inside
avervetmonkey
It's not dangerous, same way using a knife for chopping isn't. If you're careless and use it wrong, you're gonna get hurt.
soapydux
Where do I put the batteries
JaromirAzarov
I hardly ever have to use a can opener because pretty much all food cans nowadays have "soda-can-like" openers (at least in Germany).
Lanka
Some tiny cans of tomato are only ones without that I've seen in past 5 years. Probably too small area for well working pull-lid..
madknitterlady
Same here in Finland
colinstu
Mostly like this in US too. Only ones that don’t are like the cheapest of the cheap of any option.
AmArschdieRaeuber
Also we have can openers that don't cut open the tin. They do it differently, hard to explain
Automatvapen
Is it a portal gun?
AmArschdieRaeuber
No they bend the lid and it just comes loose. Not sure how to say it in english
Automatvapen
Like this? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ezFy9AQJ-ME Looks like magic to me :P
AmArschdieRaeuber
That's it, yes
FiftyShadesOfCauliflower
I have a talent for breaking them off :\
MistressLyda
Google "Ring Pull Can Opener". A spoon also works.
Laynal
place thumb on lid - use thumb as leverage.
sarkie
Lies
Zeldadog
No
Isaacprksh
Well...I'm stupid
Ilovesmitty894evr
_did yall seeiously not know this??
Ilovesmitty894evr
Seriously*
mycatsanarsehole
This is a bad way to do it. Leaves a sharp edge for the recyclers to cut themselves on.
avervetmonkey
The recyclers are supposed to be wearing heavy duty gloves that can take sharp edges, there where metal recycling is manual.
shadowex3
This leaves you with a razor sharp can and only works on some designs.
Caerphilian1
This is the only way I've ever done it... am I missing out on something here?
avervetmonkey
Some people were never taught it to do this way, and so to them it's as radical as opening an egg the opposite way they're used to.
Caerphilian1
Wait. There's another way to open an egg?!
avervetmonkey
There are two stereotype sides to open breakfast eggs on (pointy end vs round), and many different ways to open eggs when not for breakfast.
KnowmSaying
Same I don't understand what the big deal is
HowManyTimesAmIAllowedToChangeThis
What else lies have i been living?
Dante805
Your wife has been cheating on you for 2 years
GonzoRunner
How to peel a banana the right way: https://youtu.be/P8svUCSuMS4
TheRealCentralIntelligenceAgency
Licking doorknobs on other planets is illegal
EmpoleonMaster649
I don't know but I can tell you now MY LIFE IS A LIE!
jhawker27
Twinkle twinkle little star is the same tune as the alphabet song
AgolfHiller
Rince tuperware containers with cold water first when you finish things like pasta so it doesn't get a nasty orange look
safetcup
Really? Wow
mormacil
Wait what pasta gets a weird orange look? I can't recall ever seeing that. Is that just cheap pasta or something?
AgolfHiller
It's the sauce my man. When you don't clean the plastic properly it'll start looking fucking nasty
mormacil
Oooh, now I get it. I honestly use of margarine cups etc. They don't really go orange and if they do I just throw them out.
Sathzur
tomato-based sauces turn tupperware orange
iamwang
You’re not fat because of slow metabolism
shimmernshine
They're big-boned.
GiantEarlobe
Although slow metabolism is a factor in weight gain
ff36
Not a major one, intake and expenditure are the only things that really matter
CoolOnCraze
Also, slow metabolism is a consequence of being overweight. Losing weight/gaining muscle will speed up your metabolism
mormacil
No and yes, losing weight won't really but increasing muscle will. Just dieting is likely to slow you down even more without exercise.
theslowestsloth
Yes but thats not the reason.
mmiigg
Oranges are actually green and only turn orange because of cold temperatures in N. America.
problematicpolarbear
wait seriously ?
flamingling
Yes there’s lots of cold weather in Florida.
BigJewishHulk
An ex gf of mine worked at a green house, that painted them orange. I have played with the machine myself.
CoolOnCraze
Hmm.. if you're anything like me, most of the worldview you were sold as a young person. Most folks are lying about the present and future
iamwang
I sense Jed McKenna
CoolOnCraze
My bad, but I don't get the reference. Guess I could google, but im too drunk and lazy right now. Is Jed worth a look up?
iamwang
If you’re into enlightenment and that sort of stuff. His books are more of a 'no bullshit' guide to enlightenment.
rakhsh
Look at your petrol gauge in your car. It has a triangle showing what side of the car the fuel filler is on
shimmernshine
wait what? Where? I know my filler is on the passenger side and the gauge is also on the same side, which is different than most cars I own
PostmodernSemanticQuagmire
My mum told me this last week and I was stunned.
muhvitus
Ive never understood why people use that kind of can opener when this works without any issues
JuliaKawanova
This is the best and only one I know how to use.
avervetmonkey
I hate these :D I prefer the ones that are a single solid chunk of metal, with a plastic handle, e.g.
LurkerOfDarkness
The other type is easier, especially with low cans, but this type should be in every home as either backup or to take on a trip...
Euffy
I am confused. Isn't this how everyone opens cans ? Think I'm missing something. What is different ? I can't think of any other way to open.
bikemancs
I'm 34, this is the first time I've ever seen this method. I've always used the "vertical" method.
FrozenWaterIsCool
mritty
What she does at first, holding the opener vertically, is how most people do it.
Euffy
That said, cant imagine there's much difference either way. It's just a slightly different angle.
vegemitelover
Really? What the fuck
Euffy
Well I'm UK. Maybe American ones are different ?
vegemitelover
I’m Aussie but yes I would assume so!
Euffy
...have never seen anyone do that before. There's even a flat edge to rest against the top so I'm not sure why you would try it vertically.
strangledbyaturtleneck
There are different kinds, most of the cheaper ones do the vertical cutting. The horizontal ones are "safety" kind because no sharp edges
AisBreaker
Does not work horizontally with any of my cans. The can lip is too tall or the can opener is too short, either way it doesn't cut into it
mritty
Because that’s the way we were taught. Because that’s the way our parents were taught. Because that’s they way *they* were taught. Etc.
gekkepoes
First time vertical I had to use a fork to find the lid pushed inside the can. This is much better.
Nommy86
There are different types, some that cut like this and some that are from the top
Alphahi
I have the exact same as used and I always cut from the top.
StaleChipsll
I don't follow. I'm aware of two different types of can opener, but I think the one in the gif is typically used top down.
ButtTrumpett
Correct. You’re both saying the same thing
JeezusJuice
No they aren’t. He’s saying this is the kind meant to cut from the top, used to cut the side.
JeezusJuice
But used*
gingerytinge
Butt used
Drougals
Some do both.
CoolOnCraze
By "from the top", do you mean a churchkey style opener?
RaynebowDeathtrap
A what?
CoolOnCraze
Churchkey? It's a old-style can opener. Metal lever with a pointy wedge that punches a triangular hole in the can.
RaynebowDeathtrap
I had one as a kid in our kitchen! I never knew the name since it was connected to a can opener. Just thought the whole thing was a can ope>
RaynebowDeathtrap
RaynebowDeathtrap
Also, +1
Straga27
No, some attach on the side and cut around the lip of the can on the inside, preventing a sharp edge. This type just cuts it all off,
Straga27
leaving a continuous sharp edge all the way around.
CoolOnCraze
Ohh! Haven't seen those. But then again, i'm no can-opener aficionado. Next time im checking out kitchen utensils, I'll keep an eye out!
shortbuswastaken
The other way the lid is the the sharp part, but you're definitely still not safe
DefaultImgurUsername
Yup. Have used both. This type is easier to use but I prefer the other type that I call sharptoothes
EverythingISeeIsAJojosReference
I do the latter mostly for tuna cans
nidhoggr
Nice. Canned before time
Matt420itsmybirthdayimnotapothead
God damn it
DefaultImgurUsername
The fuck died you just say.
Madbull34
So... cut off the rounded protective edge?
Missy0witch
It leaves crazy sharp tins, its just easier to do
Th3H1ghlander
Only works for cans that have a short lip, or an opener with a deep stance.A lot of cans with tall lips where I live & it just doesn’t work.
Grizwald1
OP's mum has the long lips and a wide stance, i think it'll work.
Predacane35
Yeah, people don't know this because it doesn't often work.
Endocrom
albinoALPACA
Did he just stab that man with a rock? What is this from?
Yesthatone
It's a tea cup, from Chronicles of Riddick.
willunconditionallydownvoterepoststatistics
I think its more to seperate the seal. Rather than cut through the metal.
bingebammer
No it cuts
clucja1
How else you can you kill a man with a tin can? Eh close enough
Skipadedodah
No it cuts inside the lip, leaving the rounded edge intact
goldfishcrackersbetweentheseats
No. This cuts it so that there's no sharp edge. It creates almost a lid you can put back on the top. I have a Pampered Chef one it's dope
Gremlynn4023
If you use a special designed opener for this maybe. This is done with a regular opener, and it does leave sharp, jagged edges on the can.
MuffyTheHamburgerSlayer
That's just a bog standard hardware store Swing-a-Way can opener.
anSSLerrorhasoccuredandasecureconnectiontotheservercannotbemade
There is always going to be a sharp side. Usually people avoid the sharp bit. Are an infomercial person?
Gremlynn4023
doing it not this way the sharp is on the lid, which then gets put inside the can and won't slice through a trash bag.
LeonSandcastle
You can use the top to recap the can if you do it this way
bingebammer
What? No
gekkepoes
A can is only used as a container, after opening it is emptied and trown away. Never save product in an opened can, unless it is motor oil.
Trimbl
What about bacon grease
jridley
Agreed, old cans are where bacon grease is collected on the stove.
JaxJamesTheTenaciousTurtle
Paint?
gekkepoes
Also worms, It seems some people open a can of worms, but fail to find a solution.
Macish
I think the concern is less about reuse, more disposal. Looks like a recipe for a nice slash through a refuse sack. And then a tetanus shot!
gekkepoes
Oh never thought about that.All the trash except paper and glass is trown in the same bin here, then never to be touched by hands again(1/2)
gekkepoes
When collected (automated robot arm pucks up the garbage bins, lol) it goes to the recycling plant, were all materials are seperated (2/2)
Macish
How does your sharp tin can get from your kitchen bin to the garbage bin on the street? It's at that point where the danger lies! I gave /1
AncientSeraph
The Dutch separate tins from waste these days.
gekkepoes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dz88ym_0v0M
FPAlpha
I'm 42.. but holy fucking shit!
JiffyGee
I did it this way when I was 6.
OneInThePinkTwoInTheStink
Well, I guess.you can't teach an old dog new tricks. Like you, I excel at doing it the incorrect way.
reitza9
I'm 43 and had to drop everything and open a can of anything just to try this. All I can say is whaaaaaaaaat?
GiggleWiggleJiggle
Belgium!
shimmernshine
doesn't work with all cans.
mavruda
Same here - I was doing it wrong through all these time :(
Buckbeak1486
This*
changedmysusernamecauseofreasons
Oh shit! How did i not know this????
ZlaZena
Why has this been kept as a secret from all us "adults" for so long? :O
randomfrag
29 here, what is this shit!!!!
DrJanItor9000
27 here, I didn't know this wasn't common knowledge.. There are different styles that do it vertically, but I've used these since I was 5-7
SometimesIdontwanttolaugh
After watching this I felt the same when I found out I was wrong how babies are made when I was 12.
AntiTrollPatrol
ME TOO!!!!!
testesttest123
It ruins the can opener after while because it's more strain on the device this way...unless you have a quality product this one would fail.
shimmernshine
IIRC they were banned in some states because they make an excellent weapon, like reciprocating hinged nunchaku.
shimmernshine
I have the same swing-a-way model; it's gotta be at least 40 years old at this point and it doesn't skip a beat.
DBF68
That's probably exactly why it worked. http://amcohouseworks.com/swing-a-way.html
shimmernshine
Wow, still only $4.50. If it's anything close to what the old ones are that's a massive bargain, I'd have guessed $10
thenewteddy
33 and this.
DogInBoots
Im "just" 32, but still.. damn. How did I not know about this??
iLikeTheShowCops
I’m 42 too
l67l92l60l
Ah yes. The age where enlightenment to the purpose of life is attained.
smartino
48 here: dumb for longest
idaho69442
41 here. God dammit.
pipskidoodle
They make can openers that do this specifically and that won't ruin the can opener
Gavener
41 and wrf
Alighierian
Only 24, but I'd say it's one of those things you just stop thinking about. The other way also works with a bunch of cans, so it just stuck.
Alighierian
I did also just try the positioning with a can I have here, and the top-down works if the ridge is thick enough, else the opener can't grip
AprilHamLincon
Yeah great age to be in !
QuamvisSintSubAqua
Not necessary anymore. Even discount cans come with a pull off lid today. Haven't needed an opener in ten years while using lots of cans.
Ancientmariner52
I use opener on pull-off lids often. Easier to fully empty can if top completely removed. Pull-offs nice for camping, though.
gtsr
Tomato cans usually don't have it
QuamvisSintSubAqua
Central Europe here. I usually buy discount, sometimes reduced brands. Even the tomato cans got the pull off lids here. Where are you?
gtsr
I'm in Italy and I rarely saw one with the pull off lid (all other cans have it, but not tomatoes).
QuamvisSintSubAqua
Weird. Even the imported Italian brands come with a pull off lid. Must be some market differentiation by the firms.
MerttheSquirt
I'm in BC Canada and almost nothing has a pull off lid. Have to use can opener on every can.