vintage Edlund No. 2 "Old Reliable" commercial manual can opener. Despite the note in the image mentioning "Edmund," this is a heavy-duty industrial tool manufactured by the Edlund Company in Burlington, Vermont.
Key Specifications
- Model: Number 2 (often part of the "Old Reliable" series).
- Design: A table-style manual opener intended for commercial kitchens, featuring a long metal bar (approx. 10–20 inches) and a crank handle with a wooden or plastic knob.
- Capacity: Specifically designed to open medium-volume cans up to 7 inches tall, including standard gallon-sized cans.
- Construction: Typically made with a plated steel base and a cast iron or steel body for durability in harsh foodservice environments
Selling as pictured can opener 71226cg