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06-30-2009, 05:37 PM
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The fire starter was purchased at Sav-on (unlike the dorks on the survivor TV show, I actually know how to use it!).
 I'm inclined to believe you too WWayneGray99...Thanx and Welcome!
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06-30-2009, 05:52 PM
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oh whoops air force thats right (bows head in shame for mistake) I still think they were originally made by case, or at least the one i had was.ontario must have subbed some out.
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06-30-2009, 06:00 PM
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No shame in trying!
Okay then, I will go with WWayneGray99...unless someone wants to dispute it...( anyone but THE DC that is!).  I forgot to thank you too Yogi...
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"Hand over fist, paper around the stone, scissors cut the paper and the rock must stand alone" My Paper Toys Last edited by Phil; 06-30-2009 at 06:18 PM. Reason: 20-20 hindsight
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06-30-2009, 06:53 PM
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I'd give WWayne the prize. The only thing he forgot was phrasing:
Knife, survival, USAF stock number 499, (1) each. igoY
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06-30-2009, 07:12 PM
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That's funny igoY!
I remember a little package that came in a box of C-Rations, it was a toothpick but the description read; Stimulant, inter dental.
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06-30-2009, 07:13 PM
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Along with the single most elegant machine ever designed - the p38 can opener!
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06-30-2009, 08:27 PM
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Yup, still have several!
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06-30-2009, 09:11 PM
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I'm with you RfN. I have carried a p-38 for decades and can't imagine not having one. In fact, it's almost as a much a necessity as a knife.
I checked Wiki and, while it gave a good history of the device, it did not mention the inventor. Someone must have come up with this idea. Sure would be nice to know who it was. I was once stationed at Blytheville AFB, AR in the late 70's and came across an old machinist who claimed to have made his money manufacturing tent pegs for the Army in WWII. Just a useless little piece of history. But, I love knowing "who" is responsible for the little things that make our lives so comfortable.
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06-30-2009, 11:35 PM
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I have NEVER been without one, on keychain, all cars glove box, and several spares.
P-38 Can Opener - The Armys Greatest Invention.
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Wow, that's the P-38?
I have one of those, it's great. Or at least it looks near identical. Some cans here come with something similar but it manages to break or bend before you're even done. With this thing I can just power through anything quickly.
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