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We have a plug at work for melons; can't find them elsewhere

10 years ago

I work at a fruit stand, and we have a plugger for watermelons. It's a cone-shaped tool that you use to pierce the melon, twist, and then pull out to get a core sample. I've been looking for one on my own and I didn't know if it went by another name or what. or if there were even tools specifically for plugging watermelons.
I've been looking online for one, but I can't find any information. Any suggestions on where to find/get one?

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luke_oh
10 years ago
I haven't seen this done since I was a kid, approx. 60 yrs ago, but we just cut a triangle with a fruit knife with a long blade and test the melon. re insert the plug and off you go.
wertach zone 7-B SC
10 years ago
Just curious, I've never heard of this except when someone wanted to infuse it with something alcoholic!

Are you doing this while its on the vine? It doesn't spoil?
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