Totally agree ken. The main point from me is that to use something this flimsy, you HAVE to make sure that no food odors exist. No food odors, no attraction. Easiest way to do that is to not introduce them in the first place. And maybe after sealing the can, spray the thing down with pepper spray. Just make it unpleasant to be around. Cause, as you say, if a bear decides to get in, its in.

And just to clarify my stance, a hidden bear canister would be my personal selection. I was just intrigued with the potential of using a metal paint can.