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Single Handle Dual Purpose Can Opener

Overview

wooden handle, metal top

Historical information

These multi-purpose handheld manual can openers had two tools attached:

(a) a serrated wheel (a "feed wheel") that clamped the edge of the can and "walked" the blade around the rim as you turned the metal handle
(b) a spike or blade to "pierce" the can to create a ventilation hole that allows air to escape from the can; or to take off a bottle top

Details

Details

Registration number
cwa-org-124-2026.089
Item type
Domestic Objects
Material
Metal
Wood
Inscriptions and markings

"??-Tee Patent"

Keywords
Can Opener
Primary significance criteria
Social or spiritual significance
Last modified
Tuesday, 21 July, 2026
Completeness
83
Busselton Historical Society

Busselton Historical Society

can opener
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