Guess what this is

[RBS]

You're never going to figure out what it is if you don't start asking questions.

Edit: Not claves. Not an instrument.

Ok, a question. Are the wooden bars handles you grip to use this?

[Crimsonthread]

Is it used for recreation?

[vlc5863]

No and no.

[RBS]

can I buy one at wal-mart?

[Crimsonthread]

Are they used more commonly in one part of the world than another?

[vlc5863]

@RBS - I don't think so. But Im positive you can buy another style of it there.

@crimsonthread - no.

Ill give you a hint: It's something used almost every day. It's the design that has you thrown off. It pretty mundane.

[Crimsonthread]

Shoes!

Used most every day by most every person?

Also, do more common forms consist of two objects connected by a string?

[vlc5863]

@crimsonthread - no.

I have one that stretches like an accordion made of stainless steel.

[Crimsonthread]

Are these things used in the kitchen?

[vlc5863]

Not exactly. The are used for things FROM the kitchen. You are getting close now.

[RBS]

found it. A trivet! http://www.giftzen.com/gfx/pics/bruce-trivet.jpg

Any fans of the TV show Numbers? What is this? (all you need is the man's name who came up with it)

[vlc5863]

Yay! You are right.

[Crimsonthread]

I use trivets in my kitchen, not from my kitchen. Besides, how on earth would you use THAT as a trivet?

[RBS]

new post is 3 up

[vlc5863]

crimsonthead I usually use my trivets on the dining room table. Sorry, if I confused you.

@RBS - No, I've never watched that show.