Ahh, the famous Swiss Army knife. This ingenious, versatile tool has long been an important item for hikers, campers, and other outdoorsy folks, and now you can add a new skill to your repertoire — how to use the can opener on one. You may shudder at the thought, but fear not! It’s simpler than it looks and the process will be completed in a matter of minutes.
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Essential Equipment
To open a can with your Swiss Army knife, you’ll need, at the very least, the following items:
- A Swiss Army knife — duh! Make sure it’s got the can opener, as some models don’t offer this feature.
- A can — preferably one with high quality vegetarian beans inside. Hey, why not treat yourself!
Steps To Unlock Your Can Opening Superpower
Using a can opener on a Swiss Army knife is surprisingly easy; follow these steps for success every time:
Step 1
Locate the can opener tool on your Swiss Army knife. It looks like a tiny flathead screwdriver, and is usually located next to the saw blade or scissors.
Step 2
Position the flipper, or sharpened edge of the can opener, on the can’s rim. Push slightly and begin rotating the knife carefully around the circumference of the can. With each rotation, continue pushing the flipper inwards.
Step 3
Continue rotating and pushing until you’ve made it all the way around the can. You will now have a circular cutout in the outermost wall of the can. But fear not, your mission is nearly complete!
Step 4
Find the flathead screwdriver attached to your Swiss Army knife and position it in the center of the previously made cutout. Push the tool inwards slightly and rotate the knife around the circumference of the can until you’ve made a complete circle.
Step 5
You may now see two semi-circular cutouts in the can — hont ton! Push the flathead of the Swiss Army knife inwards and lift out the top of the can.
Step 6
Enjoy your delicious beans!
Now that you know how to use a can opener on your Swiss Army knife, you can minimize the number of tools you need for your outdoor adventures. Don’t forget to tell your friends about your amazing new skill and show them how it’s done!
And, as always, be sure to practice safety and sanitation when prepping food while camping. Happy eating!