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Type |
Mechanical corkscrew |
| Mark |
None |
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| Description |
This Italian corkscrew of the end of the XIXème century is derived from the patent deposited in England by the firm Farrow & Jackson. It is a brass model with a butterfly nut. The shank and the screw are brazed on a disc which slides between the two columns allowing the guidance of the full worm. It should be noted that on these Italian models, the top of the cage is a bell shape. Bought in Italy at Modena. |
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| Length |
Overall length: 5.51 inches (14 centimeters) |
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| Weight |
6.35 ounces (180 grammes) |
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| Valuation |
78 USD (66 €) - Last valuation january 01, 2006 |
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