Type

Mechanical corkscrew

Mark

Hercules

Description

German corkscrew with open cage in alpax marked HERCULES. The shaft is equipped with a repulsion spring between the handle and the cage. A large full worm with cutting whorls is retained by a snap ring. The hood handle patinated is varnished and retained on a side by a fixed side nail in the shaft which is it even subdued on the top of the handle. Bought in Berkshire in the United Kingdom.

Length

Overall length: 5 7/8 inches (15.5 centimeters)
Worm length: 2 3/4 inches (7 centimeters) - 6 peak helical

Weight

4.41 ounces (125 grammes)

Valuation

36 USD (30 €) - Valuation september 15, 2007

Bibliography

The ultimate corkscrew book: page 153
Mechanical corkscrew: page 89


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