Introduction

Even though you always have a can opener on hand, you may find yourself needing one. You may be camping or staying in a vacation rental that doesn't have that tool. There's no need to be concerned; there are several methods to get inside that Tin money box. Just do yourself a favor and be cautious. Those edges are quite sharp! 

We've discovered a safe and simple way to open a Money tin without a can opener. Instead of prying the Money tins open with a knife, consider using another instrument in your cutlery cabinet.

1. Use a spoon to open that can.

In the absence of a can opener, this is generally the safest way to open a Money tin. The only real danger is that it will bend the spoon, so choose one less elegant but still composed of robust metal.

  1. Place the Money tinson a sturdy surface, such as a counter or table, to open it.
  2. Face the spoon's "bowl" to the inside of the Money tins so that the edge is precisely between the can's lip and the "inner ring" — where a manual can opener would ordinarily be placed.
  3. Hold the Money tins tightly with one hand, then grab the spoon's bowl and massage it back and forth in the rim crevice. This repetitive action will erode the metal.
  4. Continue in a specified location, and press the spoon into the hole to enlarge it after the metal has been effectively pierced.
  5. Transfer the spoon to the next spot. Repeat until the entire Money tin is finished. Pop the lid off with the spoon, pour the contents, and enjoy!

2. Cut It

A highly sharp knife, such as a chef's knife, is usually the quickest way to get at the contents of a can. It is, however, the least safe, so approach with caution. The chef's knife is one of the most versatile blades available, ideal for cutting everything from vegetables to meat, and is typically 8 inches (20 cm) long.

To open a Money tin with a chef's knife, use the heel of the knife rather than the point, which might slip and inflict harm. The heel of the knife is the section closest to the handle. However, the knife cannot have a bolster covering the heel, as some knives do for safety reasons.

  1. Hold the Money tins firmly and on a stable surface to open them.
  2. Insert the knife's heel, so it is trapped inside the Money tins' rim.
  3. Insert the blade's corner at an angle into the Money tins.
  4. Continue until the entire lid has been compromised, protecting your hands and fingers. No canned good is worth stitches or a trip to the ER!

3. Let Your Hair Down

Do you want to pull your inner caveman out of hibernation? Find a rock and use it to open a Money tin. Here's how you do it:

  1. Place the Money tinsface down on a largeish rock or, in a pinch, concrete.
  2. Rub the Money tins against the surface until moisture appears on the rock or the lid. If you don't stop, the food will end up all on that rock.
  3. Use a pocket knife, spoon, or something similar to open the Money tins. 

4. Pound it out

This procedure is reminiscent of the days when a hammer and chisel were the instruments of choice for opening those wrought iron Money tins.

  1. Insert a flat-head screwdriver into the rim of the Money tins.
  2. Please pick up the hammer and resist the impulse to pound it. Instead, carefully tap the end of the screwdriver until a hole emerges in the Money tins. The hole should be large enough to accommodate liquids.
  3. Repeat if necessary to generate a larger aperture for larger food items, such as green beans.

5. It's Pry Time!

A set of flat-nosed pliers from a standard toolbox may also accomplish the job perfectly.

  1. Place the Money Tins on a level surface, squarely.
  2. Holding the Money tins in one hand, use the other to crush part of the Money tins' lip with the pliers.
  3. Continue repeating this until the entire lip is crushed, then remove the lid with the pliers.

Conclusion

After all, a can opener is a short blade wheel that cuts through the seal on the Money tin's top. The major issue with most attempts to open a can without one is that they use the incorrect physical forces. And a hammer will cause significant damage to your can, but it is unlikely to open it in any meaningful way.

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