I’m Positive You Will Not Know What This Is

Kids of today would look at a VHS tape, landline telephone, and walkman and have absolutely no idea what any of them were. Growing up during a technology boom, it’s been incredible to see how common household objects used for many years became obsolete in the blink of an eye.

I will admit, when I first saw a photo of the below object, I had no idea what it was. I knew it was a metal tool of some sort, but beyond that, I was stumped. Do you remember and recognize this object?

Look familiar? It’s an old oil can opener spout! Although this object may look prehistoric, it actually only dates back to the 1980s. Back then, people would use the tool to puncture a hole in the top of the can, and the spout part was used for pouring oil. Though fairly simple in design, this object is actually pretty genius.

When I think of the ’80s, it seems like just yesterday. It’s mind-blowing to think the ’80s were 40+ years ago! Though these openers aren’t commonly used nowadays, I’m willing to bet many people still have one stashed away with the tools in their garage. And of course, people (especially mechanics) collect them! So if you’re ever at a yard sale or antique store and come across one of these nifty little gadgets, it might not be a bad idea to pick one up.

Related Posts

Woke Up To This On Your Bed?

Why You’re Finding Tiny Rubber Shavings Near Your Smartwatch Ever notice small, curled bits on your sheets, desk, or wrist after taking off your smartwatch? They look…

The First Three Colors You See Reveal The Burden You Carry

Introduction: The Language of Colors Imagine for a moment that colors are more than mere visual stimuli—that they are intricate psychological messengers, silently communicating the deepest recesses…

A Growing Controversy

A recent visit by four members of the U.S. House of Representatives to El Salvador has drawn widespread attention after their request to see a detained U.S….

Amish Buggy

An Amish lady was driving her horse drawn buggy to town with her young son when she was stopped by a highway patrol officer. “I’m not going…

‘New Hairstyle’ Turns Heads

Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in December 2024. As President-elect Donald Trump prepares for the upcoming transition on January 20, 2025,…

Donald Trump issues furious warning to Zelensky

Donald Trump’s long-promised peace deal between Ukraine and Russia remains elusive—and it appears the U.S. president’s patience has finally run out. In an explosive new statement that’s…

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *