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Why Bottle Caps Have Ridges (It's Not What You Think)

2026-07-12 2 Dailymotion

Ever noticed the ridges on bottle caps? They weren't designed for grip — they were a sneaky anti-theft device during Prohibition. Bartenders used to shave off the metal tin and pocket it. This one design trick stopped them cold. #shorts #history #explained 0:00 Subscribe for more object mysteries →