P-51 Can Opener
The P-51 measures approximately 2.0 inches in length making it a half inch longer than the P-38. It, like the P-38 is also lightweight, easily transportable, requires no electricity and will remain durable for many years. Most find the P-51 can opener easier to operate than the P-38. The P-51 and the P-38 are excellent tools for survivalist, bug out or any type of emergency preparedness kits. The P-51 can opener is issued currently as part of the military “tray rations” which is bulk canned meals. You can also find them being used in disaster recovery and alongside canned food by rescue organizations.
The P-51 can opener is a larger version of the original P-38 can opener. Developed in 1942, the P-38 was developed in 1942 and was issued to military soldiers along with their canned field rations and is about a half an inch smaller than the P-51. The P-38 and P-51 gained popularity due to its' multiple functions and is still in production today.
Feature & Specs of the P-51 Can Opener
- Lightweight, packable
- Can be worn (punched hole)
- Durable & tough
- Easy to operate
- Requires no electricity
- Multiple uses
- Reasonable Cost
- 2.0 inches in length
- USA Made
We also carry the Genuine P-38 Can Opener