---
product_id: 275519901
title: "Tag-Z P-38 Can Opener & P-51 Can Opener with Chains - U.S. Shelby Co. - Made in the USA"
brand: "tag-z"
price: "₨9117"
currency: LKR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Tag Z"
url: https://www.desertcart.lk/products/275519901-tag-z-p-38-can-opener-and-p-51-can
store_origin: LK
region: Sri Lanka
---

# Military-grade stainless steel chains Precision US Shelby government specs Dual-use as screwdriver & can opener Tag-Z P-38 Can Opener & P-51 Can Opener with Chains - U.S. Shelby Co. - Made in the USA

**Brand:** tag-z
**Price:** ₨9117
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛡️ Unlock toughness in your pocket—open cans like a pro, anywhere, anytime!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Tag-Z P-38 Can Opener & P-51 Can Opener with Chains - U.S. Shelby Co. - Made in the USA by tag-z
- **How much does it cost?** ₨9117 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.lk](https://www.desertcart.lk/products/275519901-tag-z-p-38-can-opener-and-p-51-can)

## Best For

- tag-z enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tag-z brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Crafted from rugged stainless steel, made in the USA for unmatched durability.
- • **Compact Powerhouse:** P-38 at 1.5" & P-51 at 2"—ultra-portable, always ready.
- • **Multi-Tool Utility:** Opens cans effortlessly and doubles as a flat-head screwdriver in emergencies.
- • **Military-Grade Chain:** Authentic US military ball chains for secure carry and instant access.
- • **Essential Survival Gear:** Perfect for backpacking, bug-out bags, and everyday carry—never get caught unprepared.

## Overview

The Tag-Z P-38 and P-51 Can Openers are precision-engineered stainless steel tools made in the USA to exact US Shelby military specifications. Compact and lightweight, these can openers feature sharp blades for puncturing cans and a dual-use handle that functions as a flat-head screwdriver. Each opener comes with authentic US military-grade stainless steel ball chains, ensuring secure attachment to keyrings or gear. Ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, preppers, and professionals who demand reliable, durable tools for travel, hiking, and emergency preparedness.

## Description

The P-38, P-51 and both ball chains are made in the USA from stainless steel. The P-38 is known as a "John Wayne" by the United States Marine Corps, either because of its toughness and dependability or because of an unsubstantiated story that the actor had been shown in an as-yet-unidentified training film opening a can of K-Rations. The can opener 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. A larger version, 2 inches, called the P-51 is somewhat easier to operate. The handle portion can also double as a makeshift flat-blade screwdriver.

Review: I have one of these hanging off everything, my keyring, my backpack, camping gear, everything, they work and work well. Believe me, bottle openers are useless, you don't need one for opening bottles but can openers? Sure some cans have pull tops but most do not. Sure you can open a can with a knife BUT, you can also slice your hand open. These are a must if you are a prepper or into emergency supplies.
Review: I have used these openers before when I was in the military and they work fine I like them better than a cheap opener that can't grip the can and fall off.

## Features

- US Shelby P-38 & P-51 Can Openers Made with Stainless Steel & 2 - 4.5" Stainless Steel Ball Chains made in the USA
- STAINLESS STEEL - Our US Shelby Can Openers are made from Stainless Steel and have been manufactured exactly to the US Shelby Government Issued specifications. Our stainless steel Ball Chains are made in the US and are the same chains issued to the US military
- P-38 is 1.5 INCHES LONG / P-51 is 2 INCHES LONG - The P-38 can openers are 1.5 inches long and the P-51 can openers are 2 inches long. Both have a hole for a key ring or ball chain and each has a sharp blade to puncture and open normal sized food cans. You can also use them as a flat head screwdriver in a pinch. The classic designs make them perfect for backpacking, travel, hiking and bug out bags
- HOW TO USE THE CAN OPENERS - 1. Open blade 2. Place the notch of the can opener on the rim of the can with the blade inside the rim 3. Twist the blade down so that it punctures the lid of the can 4. Repeat twisting while turning the can 5. Be careful removing the lid. The lid will be sharp
- HOW TO CLOSE THE CHAINS - Put one ball in the connector and pull the chain from each side away from the connector until the chain 'snaps' into the connector. These are real US military stainless steel chains and are a bit harder to get connected. It may take a good tug to get it to snap into place. Don't be afraid, these are US Military chains. They're tough!

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07MJD19TB |
| Best Sellers Rank | #125,152 in Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Kitchen ) #211 in Manual Can Openers |
| Brand | Tag-Z |
| Color | Stainless Steel Metal |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,566) |
| Date First Available | 9 March 2019 |
| Item Weight | 17 g |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Package Dimensions | 12.5 x 7.8 x 0.3 cm; 16.95 g |

## Product Details

- **Blade material:** Stainless Steel
- **Brand:** Tag-Z
- **Colour:** Stainless Steel Metal
- **Material:** Stainless Steel
- **Size:** Small and Large

## Images

![Tag-Z P-38 Can Opener & P-51 Can Opener with Chains - U.S. Shelby Co. - Made in the USA - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51SdyuwXHDL.jpg)
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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How can these be "made in usa" when the shelby co. went out of business in 1973?  could these be "made in china" and marked "us shelby"?**
A: I don’t know is a stamp that say USA

**Q: Is this really stainless steel or is just the chain stainless?**
A: I believe its stainless 
The p51 works better cause its bigger n the p38 is just a token for me from when I was in the army

**Q: My geniune 1969 p-38 from se asia says usa  shelby and corp underneath the shelby word, so these are close, but not 100% by any means, is that because**
A: It  is not the one we got with our case. But it still works just fine

**Q: Where can I get just the chains???**
A: BronaGrand 100pcs 150mm Long Bead Connector Clasp 2.4 mm Diameter Ball Bead Chains Keychain Tag Key Rings

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by A***. on 7 February 2026*

I have one of these hanging off everything, my keyring, my backpack, camping gear, everything, they work and work well. Believe me, bottle openers are useless, you don't need one for opening bottles but can openers? Sure some cans have pull tops but most do not. Sure you can open a can with a knife BUT, you can also slice your hand open. These are a must if you are a prepper or into emergency supplies.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by T***M on 27 December 2025*

I have used these openers before when I was in the military and they work fine I like them better than a cheap opener that can't grip the can and fall off.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by E***T on 27 December 2025*

Good backup for can opener bcs the new ones being made are not of any good quality anymore and break easily.

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*Last updated: 2026-03-22*