Nut picks were designed for that exact job, allowing people to pull nut pieces from tight crevices inside the shell.Typically made from metal or wood, nut picks were often included in nutcracker sets and used during family gatherings, especially around the holidays. Some people also used them for seafood, such as pulling meat from crab or lobster shells.
Once the mystery was solved, many online commenters shared memories of cracking nuts by hand and baking with whole ingredients. The viral post became a reminder of how everyday life has shifted toward convenience. So if you ever find a strange tool tucked away in an old drawer, it may not be useless after all—just a small relic from a more hands-on time.
