How thick is the band?
I agree. Almost looks like an internal snap ring tool of sorts.Not sure what it is, but my guess is that it’s not a oil filter wrench. To me, it looks like the business end of the tool are the prongs at the other end, not the ring. That appears only to be a spring to open the other end.
I agree. Almost looks like an internal snap ring tool of sorts.
Obviously a seniors, lid removal tool.
Confirmed by Google Lens (image search). Antique can opener (canning can).
Ahh, thanks! Will have to remember to try Google Lens next time. It doesn't fit my modern day canning jars or lids, so I had some doubts. Mystery solved, thanks to ER!
that's an oil filter wrench.I think it may be a vintage automotive oil filter wrench, but not sure. The ring measures 2 3/4" diameter when arms are open, 2 1/2" when arms are squeezed together.
I thought it might be used for canning jars or lids, but appears too small for that.
Many (well some) still are today... e.g. Toyota Tundras still use a canister with a filter inside... Like so many things, a real PIA to change unless you have the right tools...Actually, oil filter wrench might not have been a good guess. Didn’t the old oil filters used to be a canister with a bolt going through the middle of it to secure it to the engine?