Vintage Kitchen Gadget Leaves Internet Users Wondering About Its Purpose

Using such an opener could be hazardous; it was common to sustain minor cuts—or, in some cases, deeper injuries—if the tool slipped or was misused. Yet these tools were indispensable, bridging the gap between humanity and the relatively new invention of canned food.

The History of the Can Opener: From Brute Force to Elegance
The history of the can opener is surprisingly dramatic, revealing much about culinary innovation, technological adaptation, and human ingenuity.

While canned food has existed since the early 19th century, early cans were made from thick iron or tin and sealed with solder.