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Type |
Mechanical corkscrew |
Mark |
On a shaft : W. GERMANY |
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Description |
The Walker Bell corkscrew
was patented in 1893 by Edwin Walker, an American designer. A simple
self-pulling corkscrew that incorporated a bell shape, the Walker Bell
was often used for promotional messages. The bell shape rested on the
bottle top and as the corkscrew was turned the cork was pulled inside
the bell. Edwin Walker's first bells were manufactured by E.S.M. Co.
of Erie, Pennsylvania in the early 1890's. Walker also patented a method
for making corkscrews in 1912. The patent drawings to the left and below
illustrates a Walker design for a combination corkscrew/bottle opener.
(U.S. Pat No. 647775 - granted on April 17, 1900). |
|
Length |
5.09 inches (15 centimeters) |
|
Weight |
1.30 ounces (37 grammes) |
|
Valuation |
24 USD (17 €) |
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