cdpositive: One more option; Use an old dull dinner knife & slip the blade end under the edge of the lid & gently twist/pry up to break the seal. I've also used a bottle opener, but they can be too thick. Once the seal is broken, the lid just twists off.

I am grateful. I live in a condo high rise with 378 units. We have a staff of 25, that includes door people, maintenance, janitors, garage staff and building mangers They all have assigned functions. Day or night they are not too busy to come up and open a stubborn jar for me.

Hit the cap w/a knife in 3 places, it will open easily

I hit the top, I hit the bottom, I hit the sides, I have a gripper jar opener. They are usually the emergency stubborn pickle jar openers.😆

One more option; Use an old dull dinner knife & slip the blade end under the edge of the lid & gently twist/pry up to break the seal. I've also used a bottle opener, but they can be too thick. Once the seal is broken, the lid just twists off.

My better option is just getting someone else to do it for me, but I appreciate your help.

Completely agree! 😂

Try turning the jar upside down, then smack the bottom a couple of times to loosen the pressure. It ought to open much easier.

Thanks Sam, been there, done that.I love the emergency squad the best. All I have to do is watch.

cd, looks like you're trying to get my hand cut off.😂

No, never! That knife barely spreads butter... 😉 I used an old house key to open a jar once. Anything that will slip under the lip will work.

I'm talented cutting myself with a butter knife.

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