17 Unique Finds That Proved To Be Quite Practical

Kasia Mikolajczak
sharp edges cutter for laminated items
Reddit | u/hphipps88

Many people say that modern times require modern ways of dealing with problems. Would you agree with that? Well, if you do, then I'm sure you would be very interested to see how a few people used interesting solutions to solve everyday problems.

That's exactly what I'm going to share with you below. The folks who discovered such items were able to use them in the most practical ways. And I think we can collectively applaud these innovative solutions indeed.

1. This Braille Typewriter

Braille typewritter
Reddit | u/KillerLag

Oh my goodness, I had no idea that a Braille typewriter even existed. That is so amazing. I would love to see it in action, especially since I'm pretty fascinated by old-school typewriters. Have you ever used one of these machines?

2. This Electric Car Pusher

Electric car pusher for dead cars
Reddit | u/funkikomedina

Have you ever found yourself stranded? Perhaps your car has run out of gas or, in the case of an electric car, out of electricity? Well, if you have, you will surely appreciate the apparatus here. You can use this electric tugboat for cars that have run out of battery. Isn't that so awesome or what?

3. This Barrier Moving Machine

Barrier mover machine
Reddit | u/MaxiMushiMushi

If you ever wondered how barriers are removed from streets, now you know. Apparently, there are machines like this that come around and get rid of those barriers. Isn't it so interesting to see this machine at work?

4. This Jar Opener

Jar opener
Reddit | u/ElFarts

So we have seen can openers. Am I right? They are pretty common in households. However, I don't think I have seen an actual jar opener like this. For someone who always struggles to open jars, I know, I could definitely use one of these gadgets in my kitchen, ha, ha.

5. This Specialized Cow Chute

specialized cow shute
Reddit | u/Taeyoonie_

Whoa! Check out this interesting machine here. One cow goes into this chute, gets checked out, and gets any attention it needs like vaccines, mouth cleaning, hoof cleaning, or check-ups. That's so fascinating, huh?

6. This Edge Cutter

edge-cutter/rounder for laminated items
Reddit | u/hphipps88

If you're the kind of person who often laminates things at home, you may already know this tool here. But for a novice like myself, I was surprised to see that it does exist. You can use it to get rid of sharp edges or round-up edges of laminated items.

7. This Piñata Buster

pinata stick
Reddit | u/arthurdentxxxxii

I've never actually had the chance to hit a piñata. I wish I had because it looks like fun. However, if you have tried it before, I hope you had this stick. Otherwise, your efforts might have taken a lot longer than you have anticipated. Am I right?

8. This Ship Crane

ship moving crane
Reddit | u/pzombielover

Check this out: There is a special crane that can be used to move entire ships while they are in the water. Isn't that amazing or what? I can honestly say that I've never seen one like that before. Have you? I think it's so cool.

9. This Cast Iron Shrimp Pan

This cast Iron shrimp pan
Reddit | u/ehg1234

I'm such a huge fan of cast irons. They are very effective and healthy alternatives to cooking. So I'm super excited to see that there is a cast iron pan that people can use to cook shrimp. I had no idea that something like this even existed, ha, ha.

10. This Trash Compactor

trash compactor
Reddit | u/nickjamesnoyes

I have to admit I've never actually used a trash compactor, so I don't how easy they are to use or not. But from what I have gathered a tool like this stick here can be of huge assistance. It might be a simple tool, but it is very effective.

11. This Projector

Projector in the ceiling
Reddit | u/The9thBitYT

Check out this cool projector here. It has an actual extension for allowing it to work both backward and at a short distance. It's really awesome to see that the modern projectors have these features now. I remember how simple the projectors I have seen as a child looked before.

12. This Tea Harvester

tea harvester
Reddit | u/Nemoralis99

If you ever wondered how tea gets harvested then here is an example of a machine that does just that. I think this is such a great insight into this interesting practice. I honestly, never considered that this is how the process goes underway.

13. This Aquatic Lawn Mower

Underwater Grass Cutter
Reddit | u/Rasta-Trout

Whoa! I had no idea there were aquatic lawn mowers, ha, ha. Apparently, some places will do this to make it easier to spot fish or to create paths for ferries. Interesting!

14. This Tire Moving Trolley

A trolley for moving stacked tires
Reddit | u/bullpendodger

Who knew that there were special trolleys to move such things as tires? Well, I'm sure those who work in the industry are aware of these tools, but I, for one, haven't seen one. Now that I do, I like what I see.

15. This Machine For Cleaning Escalator Treads

Machine for cleaning escalator treads
Reddit | u/Cjustinstockton

Whoa, check this out. Did you know that escalators treads do get cleaned from time to time? I did not. However, looking at this machine here gives me a little bit more confidence the next time I enter an escalator. How about you?

16. This Jar Helper

Pickled pepper jar
Reddit | u/krazybones

This plastic plunger has been designed to keep the pickled peppers submerged in the juice. I don't know about you, but I've always struggled to keep pickles to stay fresh for a long period of time, so this solution here is really helpful.

17. This Doggy Toothbrush

toothbrush for dogs
Reddit | u/lnikv

I can attest that it is indeed important to take care of your pet's dental care. I grew up with a dog, and we always brushed her teeth. However, I had no idea there were actual toothbrushes that people could specifically use for pets.

So what do you think of these interesting tools, huh?

man saying "fascinating"
Giphy | Mammoth Screen

I can honestly admit that I haven't seen most of these items here. Now that I have, I'm really happy they do exist. Which one of these items impressed you the most? And have you heard of any of them yourself?

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