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Type |
Mechanical corkscrew |
| Mark |
B.H.V. (for Bazar de l'Hotel de Ville of Paris) |
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| Description |
Flynut corkscrew says “the housewife”. This corkscrew was very popular throughout the XIX and XXème century. The wings of these corkscrews could have different forms (see illustration). One can see on one on the sides of the wing initials B.H.V. The propeller with three branches is free on the threaded rod. The full worm has cutting whorls. |
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| Length |
Overall length: 6 1/4 inches (16 centimeters) |
|
| Weight |
4.30 ounces (125 grammes) |
|
| Valuation |
26 USD (22 €) - Valuation june 04, 2007 |
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| Bibliography |
Les tire-bouchons français Modèles
et fabricants : page 174 |
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