Roundlets corkscrew

Type

Multifunction corkscrew

Mark

None

Description

Roundlets originated in the eighteenth century with the hinged barrel type containing a double hinged worm. This really tool of pocket comprises in addition to the wire worm, a screwdriver, a leather awl, a gimlet. All these tools line up in the aluminium handle which is unscrewed. This item comes from the United Kingdom. Roundlets can be found in brass, steel, wood, gold, silver, celluloid, rubber, and plastic. The roundlet specialist can build a rather extensive collection by looking at the great number of variations in design, size and material.

Length

3.15 inches (8 centimeters)

Weight

1.66 ounces (47 grammes)

Valuation

18 USD (15 €) - Last valuation may 01, 2006

Bibliography

The ultimate corkscrew book : page 132
La folie des tire-bouchons : page 275


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