Corkscrew with spike and synthetic horn handle

	Type	Tee shape corkscrew
	Mark	None
	Description	Corkscrew with wire worm. The strong square steel shank is fixed in a synthetic horn handle. One of the ends with a brass flange is armed with a spike which made it possible to break the wax capsule which sealed the bottles. Bought in US at Cross River NY.
	Length	Overall length: 4.72 inches (12 centimeters) Handle with spike: (14 centimeters) Worm length: 2.15 inches (6 centimeters)
	Weight	2.12 ounces (60 grammes)
	Valuation	25 USD (19 €) - last valuation april 13, 2005
	Bibliography	The ultimate corkscrew book : page 168 La folie des tire-bouchons : page 128