I use the “half moon” can opener vertically with the outer side hinge riding on the can edge. An old black handle kutmaster pre war that an uncle carried before me. Served both of us well in the ‘50s and me in the ‘60 till present.
Remember, back when these can openers were made, they really were opening TIN cans. The modern heavy steel cans we’re using today are far thicker and stronger than they were designed for. The scout model is one of my absolute favorites, and I have several, including a 1928 Remington model. The can opener on it is far too fragile for today’s cans.
That is a good point. I was born in the 80's and by that point my exposure to tin cans have been essentially the same as we have today. I don't know what the gauge of tin was historically used in comparison to contemporary ones. You have sent me in a new research direction I had not considered, thank you!
My preferred pocket knife for everyday use is an Opinel folder with a locking ring and a 3.5-inch stainless blade. The wooden handle is comfortable in the hand. I use it mainly as a slicer for food preparation and for opening cardboard boxes. The spine will strike sparks from a ferrocerium rod. It hones easily. Because it has a thin blade it is not efficient for difficult wood shaving/processing tasks. As with most of us, I could take a Victorinox knife into the field. Mine has a locking main blade, shaped wooden handles, and an effective and safe can opener. I have a Leatherman Bold with usefully robust needlenose pliers. It is heavy for everyday carry but it features a couple of locking tools, a reasonably comfortable handle (the tools fit inside and the outside is rounded a bit,) and a file I can use to sharpen an ax. ANY of my pocket knives would be better choices in the field than the standard Boy Scout knife of my youth.
Could you make a video about how to make that pocket knife lanyard you have around your neck. It's a classic 😉 and it would be great to know how to make one. Thank you very much!
I’m not sure but I think after you put an initial hole in the can with the Halfmoon opener, you go backwards with it to open the can instead of the way you were going. Try it out see if it works. I know those are just not good designs and they are one of the few things that didn’t work well back in those days. Great video
I believe you are correct. Someone else suggested the same thing and it opens cans a bit easier that way! Thank you for the great suggestion, I always appreciate others sharing their experience and knowledge!
Personally, the only way for me to carry a pocket knife is either in a pants pocket or a jacket pocket. However, the Leatherman Surge goes either in a backpack or in a belt holster. I carry a Victorinox pioneer X with me every day. I usually take the Victorinox Finlandia Herkules on a daytrip.
I hate the feeling of things in my pants pockets so I tend to keep them in a jacket, vest, or even on a belt. Victorinox knives are so good...I think a Victorinox may have been my first knife as a young Cub Scout...probably gave me my first cut too, lol
When did scout knives change from the lobster claw to the hawk bill opener that I have on my 60s Ulster? Also, what fuel did the burner use? BTW, don’t put that briar on the ground. We have pockets so we don’t lose them. Also, you might want to search EBay for reproduction Peterson’s year pipes, which they produced as centennial editions. I have a 1903 which I really love. Thanks and Be Prepared.
I have asked collectors and no one has responded and I am not a knife collector so I do not have the knowledge myself. My Scout catalogues only go up to 1939 and the lobster claws were still in use then. You are right, I should have known better. I have two different Peterson's which are my favorites. The straight stemmed pipe is my grandfather's and I use it from time to time for period activities as hommage to him.
The lobster claw is not bad but the exposed metal on the cans can cause accidents if one is not careful...I hate that smaller one....just about useless
I was hoping for a more in-depth review of the entire knife. A good review of the can openers, I believe a minor demonstration of the awl as a pipe cleaner, but really it seems you spent too much time walking and talking about subscribing. I did like the demonstration of what the “old timers” carried for a day in the woods as you set up your filming site. I subscribed and hope other videos spend more time on the specific item to be discussed.
Thanks friend. I plan on remaking and updating this particular video. Since this one was made I have learned much more about them and the nuances of using them.
At 16:30, watching you try to open that can was painful! The lobster claw was just as bad, and I can sympathize, as I've had a knife or two of that design!
I wonder if the can openers worked easier on the cans made back then. I see this in carpentry, the wood used back in the day was greenier so the hand saws, brace drills and planes work better than on our modern day kilned material.
I haven't been to a gun show in a long time I was wondering if you attended any and held any discussion panels. I love all the history in bushcraft, camping, and scouts.
Thanks friend. Since this video and the ones before it I finally got some mics...I should refilm with new material because many of my older videos are hard to hear.
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I keep mine on a lanyard in pocket .aswiss army or camp king great video
I use the “half moon” can opener vertically with the outer side hinge riding on the can edge. An old black handle kutmaster pre war that an uncle carried before me. Served both of us well in the ‘50s and me in the ‘60 till present.
ooooooo, I have to try it that way this weekend. I love learning insight from others, thank you, I appreciate it!
Really I used the first can opener ever made ha ha ha
The amount of effort and planning you put into this video really impressed me. Nicely done and informative, too. Thanks!
Thank you brother, it was fun to make. I appreciate your comments and am happy that you enjoyed it!
Remember, back when these can openers were made, they really were opening TIN cans. The modern heavy steel cans we’re using today are far thicker and stronger than they were designed for. The scout model is one of my absolute favorites, and I have several, including a 1928 Remington model. The can opener on it is far too fragile for today’s cans.
That is a good point. I was born in the 80's and by that point my exposure to tin cans have been essentially the same as we have today. I don't know what the gauge of tin was historically used in comparison to contemporary ones. You have sent me in a new research direction I had not considered, thank you!
I grew up in Ohio, south of Toledo. I left when I was 19. I live in Texas for the last 40 plus years. I miss the seasons except the long winter.
Yeah, the long winter can get old but as they say...if you don't like the weather just wait 5 minutes and it will change, lol. Cheers my friend!
The old style can opener seems like it would involve first aid to the thumb afterwards !! I can see why the military P-38 can opener was invented !!
Amen...I did slice the top of my right thumb making the video :)
My preferred pocket knife for everyday use is an Opinel folder with a locking ring and a 3.5-inch stainless blade. The wooden handle is comfortable in the hand. I use it mainly as a slicer for food preparation and for opening cardboard boxes. The spine will strike sparks from a ferrocerium rod. It hones easily. Because it has a thin blade it is not efficient for difficult wood shaving/processing tasks. As with most of us, I could take a Victorinox knife into the field. Mine has a locking main blade, shaped wooden handles, and an effective and safe can opener. I have a Leatherman Bold with usefully robust needlenose pliers. It is heavy for everyday carry but it features a couple of locking tools, a reasonably comfortable handle (the tools fit inside and the outside is rounded a bit,) and a file I can use to sharpen an ax. ANY of my pocket knives would be better choices in the field than the standard Boy Scout knife of my youth.
I’d like to see a video on the stove you are using here.
Thank you
I'll make an updated version soon, thank you for the suggestion!
Could you make a video about how to make that pocket knife lanyard you have around your neck. It's a classic 😉 and it would be great to know how to make one. Thank you very much!
I’m not sure but I think after you put an initial hole in the can with the Halfmoon opener, you go backwards with it to open the can instead of the way you were going. Try it out see if it works. I know those are just not good designs and they are one of the few things that didn’t work well back in those days. Great video
I believe you are correct. Someone else suggested the same thing and it opens cans a bit easier that way! Thank you for the great suggestion, I always appreciate others sharing their experience and knowledge!
Personally, the only way for me to carry a pocket knife is either in a pants pocket or a jacket pocket. However, the Leatherman Surge goes either in a backpack or in a belt holster. I carry a Victorinox pioneer X with me every day. I usually take the Victorinox Finlandia Herkules on a daytrip.
I hate the feeling of things in my pants pockets so I tend to keep them in a jacket, vest, or even on a belt. Victorinox knives are so good...I think a Victorinox may have been my first knife as a young Cub Scout...probably gave me my first cut too, lol
Good lord those last two looked dangerous ! Thank goodness theyve got new can openers on scout knives. Old scouts must have some nasty scars lol
They definitely made some improvements!
Enjoyed it. Keep up the great work. Maybe one day will catch up.
Thank you and I look forward to it my friend!
Here it is April 23 and the channel has more than doubled -I do tweet these with video excerpts. Am blessed with a large account
Then I certainly owe you a sincere amount of gratitude brother! I appreciate the support and the advice you have given me. Happy Monday!
When did scout knives change from the lobster claw to the hawk bill opener that I have on my 60s Ulster? Also, what fuel did the burner use? BTW, don’t put that briar on the ground. We have pockets so we don’t lose them. Also, you might want to search EBay for reproduction Peterson’s year pipes, which they produced as centennial editions. I have a 1903 which I really love. Thanks and Be Prepared.
I have asked collectors and no one has responded and I am not a knife collector so I do not have the knowledge myself. My Scout catalogues only go up to 1939 and the lobster claws were still in use then. You are right, I should have known better. I have two different Peterson's which are my favorites. The straight stemmed pipe is my grandfather's and I use it from time to time for period activities as hommage to him.
The hawkbill type comes in around the tail end of WW2. A similar type predates it but it has a straight cutting edge but hooks the same way.
Another great video. Thanks. Are you aware that can openers on pocket knives don’t all work in the same direction, some forward, some backwards.
Hmmmm....now I need to try that lobster claw again to see if it makes a difference. Honestly, it never occurred to me! Thank you!
Nice video I have not used a can open such as your lobster claw one. Kinda nicer then the more modern Swiss Army ones.
The lobster claw is not bad but the exposed metal on the cans can cause accidents if one is not careful...I hate that smaller one....just about useless
I was hoping for a more in-depth review of the entire knife. A good review of the can openers, I believe a minor demonstration of the awl as a pipe cleaner, but really it seems you spent too much time walking and talking about subscribing. I did like the demonstration of what the “old timers” carried for a day in the woods as you set up your filming site. I subscribed and hope other videos spend more time on the specific item to be discussed.
Thanks friend. I plan on remaking and updating this particular video. Since this one was made I have learned much more about them and the nuances of using them.
At 16:30, watching you try to open that can was painful! The lobster claw was just as bad, and I can sympathize, as I've had a knife or two of that design!
Necessity is the mother of invention....sure glad that baby came along, lol!
I like the :30 format. Oftentimes:15 is a tad too short
Thank you brother. At the time I did not really know there was much of a difference.
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Thank you brother!
I wonder if the can openers worked easier on the cans made back then. I see this in carpentry, the wood used back in the day was greenier so the hand saws, brace drills and planes work better than on our modern day kilned material.
I never considered that!
Excellent question.
Do you attend any shows in columbus ohio?
Not trade shows but living history events. Do you have any you would suggest?
I haven't been to a gun show in a long time I was wondering if you attended any and held any discussion panels. I love all the history in bushcraft, camping, and scouts.
Like my crazy father in-law with dementia
All models of that can opener are crap.
But...
When you really need it, ull figgure it out just fine.
Nicely put!
Wtf
speak up o great scout master, cant hear your wisdom
Thanks friend. Since this video and the ones before it I finally got some mics...I should refilm with new material because many of my older videos are hard to hear.