P-38 Can Opener

$1.99

or FREE if you buy 2 dogtag sets.

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The P-38, also known as a 'John Wayne' by the USMC, is a small field-ration can opener.

Developed in 1942, and issued in the canned field rations of the United States Armed Forces from World War II to the 1980s the P38 is pocket-sized, approximately 1.5 inches (38 mm) long, and consists of a short metal blade that serves as a handle, with a small, hinged metal tooth that folds out to pierce the can lid. It was often worn on the same chain as the Dog Tags.

Characteristics

Color: Metallic Steel
Size: 38mm x 16mm
Weight: 4g
Official Military Spec
Attach to keychain or dogtag neckchain
Engraved: "U.S. Shelby Co."
Blade folds flat

Product Photos

P-38 Can Opener compared with P-51

P-38 Can Opener compared with P-51 front

P-38 Can Opener compared with P-51 reverse

P-38 Can Opener instructions (not included)

P-38 Can Opener drawings

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About Can & Bottle Openers

What good is a can of beans, a bottle wine, or a stubbie of beer if you can't open it? These mini EDC can and bottle openers will always be at your disposal on your keychain.

About EDC Survival Gear

These EDC (Every-Day-Carry) and survival gadgets are small enough for your pocket or to wear on your chains alongside your customized Survival Dog Tags. Build your own Every-Day-Carry survival keychain, or checkout our Dogtag Pillbox to build your own mini survival kit!

Items marked with a can be added as a FREE bonus gift with the purchase of 2 or more Dogtag sets.