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Tin can pull tabs: Do you shred your fingers to open them or do you use a spoon like a sensible person?
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this post was submitted on 24 Feb 2025
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Fingernails? When young, I sliced my finger with the lid itself and have the scar to prove it.
Side cutting openers are a must in a home with children.
What is a side cutting opener? If it really does cut the side of the can, wonβt it still be sharp just like the lid
The one I have I bought long long ago and it does indeed cut without leaving any sharp edges. I'm not sure if that's universal or just the type I have, I purchased it without any research.
I don't want to suggest any specific brand because fuck corporations. But the one I have is "Hamilton Beach Smooth Touch Electric Automatic Can Opener with Easy Push Down Lever" so that smooth touch might be the keyword to look for or they could have some ridiculous trademark on the term.
I didn't know this was an option until I bought this one and it appears I'm not alone on this. Such a simple device no one thinks about and the default option is primitive.
Apparently some side cutting openers cut in a way that there are no sharp edges either on the lid or the opened can. Someone linked a video about it in crossposted thread.
Yes, the top just lifts off cleanly with no sharp edges or metal cutting debris. It still feels like magic every time... and/or I am easily entertained.