Steve W. wrote:
With a sharp set of points it should be easier to get under the heads
than tearing the tin. Even with the paint on there. Have you tried a
GOOD cats paw?

All the cat's paws I have access to are much too crude/blunt/thick. But
your post's inspired me to try making one.

In that case I would probably try a flush cutting tool and just cut the
heads off.
This style will get in under the head
http://www.shorinternational.com/ima...esP/plr784.gif

That's a nice one - the site has a bunch of nice cutters:
http://www.shorinternational.com/pliersend.htm
The 2nd one down, the "Oblique Flush Cut Nippers" ($168.00) looks very
well made G.

Bob