What is the difference between a P-38 and a p51 can opener?
The P-51 is the larger version of the P-38 and was often used by mess hall cooks to open the big trays and large cans of chow. The P-51 is a full 2" long. Some prefer them over the P-38s because a P-51 will open cans much easier and faster and will last much longer than the P-38.
What does the P stand for in P-38 can opener?
One is that soldiers called it the P-38 because it could open a can faster than the P-38 Lightning fighter plane could fly. A more likely explanation is that the “38” comes from the length of the can opener, which is 38 millimeters (or 1 1/2 inches).8 Jan 2012
Do they still make P-38?
The P-38, developed in 1942, is a small can opener that was issued in the canned field rations of the United States Armed Forces from World War II to the 1980s. Originally designed for and distributed in the K-ration, it was later included in the C-ration. As of 2020, it is still in production and sold worldwide.
What is the military can opener called?
US ARMY POCKET CAN OPENER
What does the P stand for in p38 can opener?
Although “Opener, Can, Hand, Folding” is its official Army nomenclature, it soon acquired the popular name P-38. One is that soldiers called it the P-38 because it could open a can faster than the P-38 Lightning fighter plane could fly.8 Jan 2012
Why is a P-38 called a John Wayne?
The P-38 is known as a "John Wayne" by the United States Marine Corps, because of its toughness and dependability. The can opener is pocket-sized, approximately 1.5 inches (38 mm) long, and consists of a short metal blade that serves as a handle, with a small, hinged metal tooth that folds out to pierce the can lid.
How did the P-38 can opener get its name?
The P-38 acquired its infamous nomenclature from the 38 punctures around the C-ration can required for opening and the boast that it performed with the speed of the World War II P-38 fighter plane. Six years later millions of the miniature can openers were distributed by the Army during the Korean War.11 Aug 2009
Who made the original P-38 can opener?
Major Thomas Dennehy
How much is a P-38 can opener?
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Can you use a P-38 to open a bottle?
Sorry, Jennifer, the P38 and P51 series can openers only work on cans. The best thing for bottles is the old-fashioned bottle openers which are readily available at your local Dollar $tore.
What is a P38 can opener used for?
The P-38 pocket can opener of the early World War II era was the solution to opening a can of food and chowing down. Some soldiers and Marines rate the P-38 as one of the handiest inventions ever issued to troops.8 Jan 2012
How much is a P38 can opener?
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