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Type |
Mechanical corkscrew |
Mark |
G.M.152292 |
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Description |
This corkscrew was manufactured by Johann Wolters of Düsseldorf under the No. DRGM 152292 ca. 1901. The wooden handle is made of ash wood. There is a spring cage on the shaft to assist the removal of the cork. After removal, a two tier ferrule can be slid up the shaft and a half lever collar can be pivoted out so as to assiest the cork being removed from the worm. Bought in France. |
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Length |
Overall length:
6.89 inches (17.5 centimeters) |
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Weight |
4.41 ounces (125 grammes) |
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Valuation |
100 USD (79 €) - Last valuation august 19, 2007 |
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Bibliography |
Mechanical corkscrew Ferd. Peters: page
86 |
