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2 Pack Survival Kit Can Opener, Military, P-51 Model

4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 4,449 ratings

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Colour Can Opener
Material Alloy Steel
Brand US Shelby
Size Large
Blade material Stainless Steel
Product Dimensions 25W x 51H millimeters
Operation mode Manual
Manufacturer U.S. Shelby Co
UPC 793842013436 682017947709

About this item

  • Set of 2 P-51 can openers
  • Handle is 2" long and has a hinged blade
  • Extremely lightweight design makes them perfect for backpacking, travel, and even bug out bags

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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 2in long. The added length affords more leverage and doesn't require as much thumb pressure to use. 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. We recommend having one in every car, on every key-ring and included in every emergency survival kit. Pack of 2.

Please note: These can openers are absolutely made of steel. However, there may be trace amounts of lead that requires warning labels pursuant to California's Proposition 65. This labeling is only required in California. Since sellers cannot control which inventory "Fulfilled by Amazon" is sent to customers in California vs. Outside of California (where it is not required), sellers may label all units in accordance with California's Proposition 65. Thus, customers outside of California may receive this product "Fulfilled by Amazon" with this unrequired warning.

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4.6 out of 5 stars
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Customers find the can opener sturdy and functional. They appreciate its compact size and ease of use. The product is suitable for camping, travel, hiking, and bug-out bags. It's lightweight and has a good opening capacity.

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11 customers mention "Durability"11 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the can opener's durability. They find it sturdy, functional, and easy to carry. The product is described as professional and simple to use.

"...They feel like they are fairly sturdy. After watching a "How To" video, they look to be very simple to use...." Read more

"...bug out bag at least , this let’s you into the “food cans” , better than a rock...." Read more

"Love this product, professional and easy to carry" Read more

"Not much to say. These work damn well. Simple, rugged, effective. Brilliantly simple...." Read more

11 customers mention "Functionality"11 positive0 negative

Customers like the can opener's functionality. They say it works well, is compact, and easy to use.

"Not much to say. These work damn well. Simple, rugged, effective. Brilliantly simple...." Read more

"A bit pricy but they do the job well, they easy to store in any kit...." Read more

"Excellent product, works as intended. The groves improves durability and grip. Additionally, the keyring holes are a nice touch...." Read more

"Excellent low tech product that simply works. It will take getting some used to in cutting open a can...." Read more

6 customers mention "Compactness"6 positive0 negative

Customers like the compactness of the can opener. They say it works great and is easy to use and store in any kit.

"These can openers are very small and light. They fold down almost flat, so they take up a tiny amount of room...." Read more

"A bit pricy but they do the job well, they easy to store in any kit...." Read more

"It's a can opener, Does exactly what it's supposed to do. Small, light weight." Read more

"Works great. Nice compact can opener for kayaking." Read more

6 customers mention "Ease of use"6 positive0 negative

Customers find the can opener easy to use. They mention it's simple to use and that the video is helpful.

"...After watching a "How To" video, they look to be very simple to use. Both of these easily fit into my emergency kit...." Read more

"Not much to say. These work damn well. Simple, rugged, effective. Brilliantly simple...." Read more

"...who'd never actually used this style of can opener.. I found it extremely simple. Rock on, seller." Read more

"this product is so easy to use. i cannot us a traditional hand held can opener because i do not have the strength to hold it in place." Read more

6 customers mention "Use"6 positive0 negative

Customers find this can opener useful for camping, hiking, and bug-out bags. They say it's a great addition to an emergency kit and an everyday carry item.

"This is everyday carry. Wallet, man bag, bug out bag at least , this let’s you into the “food cans” , better than a rock...." Read more

"Awesome items to have for camping, hiking or even a bug out bag and well worth the price" Read more

"Great for camping and for home use!" Read more

"They do the job and is exactly what I was looking for. Great for any EDC or bug out bag." Read more

4 customers mention "Weight"4 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the can opener's lightweight design. They find it easy to carry and hang on items.

"These can openers are very small and light. They fold down almost flat, so they take up a tiny amount of room...." Read more

"Love this product, professional and easy to carry" Read more

"...Once you figure out how it works, it works well. Its really light and can be hung off stuff." Read more

"It's a can opener, Does exactly what it's supposed to do. Small, light weight." Read more

3 customers mention "Opening capacity"3 positive0 negative

Customers like the can opener's opening capacity. They mention it's perfect for opening cans, has opened over a thousand cans of soup, beans, chili, and other items.

"...They opened over a thousand cans of soup, beans, chili etc.... I Would definatetly recommend them." Read more

"It's a can opener, Does exactly what it's supposed to do. Small, light weight." Read more

"Perfect for opening cans..." Read more

3 customers mention "Value for money"3 positive0 negative

Customers find the can opener good value for money. They say it's a cheap survival tool, but some report it rusts quickly.

"...These are very cheap to buy, so there's no reason not to get these." Read more

"...items to have for camping, hiking or even a bug out bag and well worth the price" Read more

"good for a cheap survival tool, rusted right away though" Read more

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  • Toon Boon Poon
    1.0 out of 5 stars It’s a toy.
    Reviewed in Singapore on July 18, 2023
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    I didn’t realise that it’s a thumb sized toy. My over look! 5 cm long, thought it was 5 inches long. One has to use his thumb and index finger to hold and operate the toy. 😡
  • GekZingh
    5.0 out of 5 stars Essential
    Reviewed in India on October 30, 2016
    Verified Purchase
    Essential in every bug out kit. Works and is made from good quality steel
  • D. Rapson
    5.0 out of 5 stars having bought what were supposed to be good can openers and found that they were garbage i ...
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 24, 2016
    Verified Purchase
    having bought what were supposed to be good can openers and found that they were garbage i remember having used a simple design army can opener many years ago even not been in the forces i decided to send for one and i do not regret it.i found it awkward to use at first but use nothing else now.thank you
  • ssss
    5.0 out of 5 stars Best Survival Can Opener for the Weight
    Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2013
    Verified Purchase
    This is the best Survival Can Opener that I have found to date. I was able to cut the weight of my pack by almost 8 ounces with this product. And it takes up virtually no room. I had to watch a YouTube video because I was opening the cans wrong but now that I have it figured out it works as good as any military can opener can. By that, I mean you are going to do some grunt work. But it's really easy and not bad at all. It just takes a few more seconds to get the can open. It's for the woods after-all when I am at home I will use the fancy-dancy one.

    If you have any trouble with your opener make sure it says Shelby Steel on the top. There are some knockoffs out there that break easily according to the forums. But I did some basic strength and durability testing on the extra can opener that came with my purchase and I am pretty sure that I will get many years of use out of these things.

    I was reading another review that suggested this product might be a knockoff so be careful. I am not going to remove any stars though because I have tested the openers that I received and they seem very sturdy. Shame on whoever is selling counterfeits but I don't have any proof mine is counterfeit so unless it breaks in the next few camping trips, I will keep it at 5 stars.
  • Haline Sullivan
    5.0 out of 5 stars P 78
    Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2024
    Verified Purchase
    Handy, work fine, especially for camping or survival