Collectables

Welcome to our collectables page. We are currently adding to our list several keenly-priced items from around the globe. Scans of any item listed can be emailed to you on request.

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Antique corkscrews

We have listed our stock of corkscrews in the following categories:

simple twist and pull, ornate twist and pull, twist and pull with brush, wire twist and pull, animal horn twist and pull, harps, eyebrows, figurals, keys, pronged, spring assisted, mechanicals, mechanical with brush, concertina, lever action, double screw in metal, double screw in wood, rack and pinion, pocket openers, string and pulley, champagne taps and miscellaneous. We also have a bargain basement for beginners.

All prices are in US dollars. For prices in other currencies, simply apply the current daily conversion rate, or contact us.

Simple twist and pull

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Hand-turned wood handle, plain woodgrain, with heavily rusted iron Archimedian screw. Probably the oldest corkscrew on this site, almost certainly all handmade, as evident from the shape and taper of the shaft and the top metal fastener. Probably from the late 1700s or early 1800s. No brand name or insignia evident, so manufacturer unknown. Very similar style to the bradawl code MS06, below. Used condition with chip off the handle as shown, but still works and has excellent metal point. [Code ST03] $18.50

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Wood handle, fairly plain woodgrain, with galvanised iron screw just starting to tarnish. No brand name or insignia evident, probably manufactured in France in the 1930s. Used condition but with with minor scuffing consistent with age, original working order, perfect metal point. [Code ST06] $8.50

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Bright stainless steel with stylish bent T shape, incorporates side bottle opener. Stylish design. Brand name dimos. Country of origin and period uncertain, possibly Greek and probably 1960s. The only one of these we have seen. Near perfect original condition, sharp metal point. Dimensions 6.5 cms x 12 cms. [Code ST01] $13.50

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Wood handle, painted white, with stainless steel screw. No brand name or insignia evident. Used condition but with with minor scuffing consistent with age, original working order, perfect metal point. [Code ST10]. SOLD ($7.50)

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White plastic handle, white metal screw free of tarnish. No brand name or insignia evident, probably Scandinavian from the 1970s. Used condition but with with only very minor scuffing consistent with age, perfect metal point. Dimensions 10 cms x 10.5 cms. [Code ST11] $7.50

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Wood handle, beautiful cedar woodgrain, with white metal screw in original condition. No brand name or insignia evident, just five turned bands, so probably 20th century English. Dimensions 8.5 cms x 10.5 cms. [Code ST12] $13.50

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Wood handle, plain yellow pine woodgrain, with galvanised iron screw just starting to tarnish. Advertising Calvados Vieux Pere Magloire, so probably manufactured in France in the 1950s. Used but in excellent near-new condition, perfect metal point. Dimensions 9.5 cms x 10. cms. [Code ST04] $8.50

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Wood handle, natural light brown woodgrain, oak maybe, with galvanised iron screw just starting to tarnish. No brand name or insignia evident, wordturned into tapered layers, so probably 20th century English. Used but in very good condition. Dimensions 9 cms x 11 cms. [Code ST07] $11.50

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Wood handle, attractive light elmwood woodgrain, with black iron screw in original condition. No brand name or insignia evident, just five turned bands each end and one centre band, so probably early 20th century English. Dimensions 8.5 cms x 10 cms. [Code ST13] $12.50

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Turned handle in blackwood or similar dark woodgrain, with iron archimedian screw heavily rusted. Late Victorian, sourced from England, but no brand name or insignia evident. Well-used condition but with minor damage consistent with age, hole remains where dusting brush was once present. Dimensions 9.5 cms x 12.5 cms. [Code ST22] $27.50

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Wood handle, natural mid brown woodgrain, with white metal screw free of tarnish. No brand name or insignia evident, wood turned in the English style of the mid 20th century. Interesting metal button in the handle. Used but in excellent condition. Dimensions 8 cms x 10 cms. [Code ST02] $8.50

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Blue plastic handle, white metal screw with lightest tarnish. Insignia BONUX on the handle. Country of origin and period uncertain, probably 1960s. Excellent original condition, sharp metal point. Dimensions 8.3 cms x 8.3 cms. [Code ST24] $6.50

Ornate twist and pull

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Silver handle in the shape of two swans, with white metal screw free of any tarnish. Stamped with rigor and ETAIN 99%, probably manufactured in France in the 1920s. Used condition but with with minor scuffing consistent with age, original working order, perfect metal point. Dimensions 11 cms x 10.5 cms. [Code OT13] $25.50

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Rare antique multitool in well-tarnished iron. Stamped with PAT AUO, probably manufactured in America in the 1880s. Well-used but in original working order, perfect metal point. Dimensions 3.8 cms x 14.4 cms. [Code OT19] $74.50

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Wood handle, natural mid brown woodgrain, turned in the American style of the early 20th century. Shaft has a fixed bell to aid cork release, and helical screw. All are in nickel plated iron with some plate loss, as shown. Used but in excellent condition. Dimensions 10.3 cms x 14.5 cms. [Code OT14] $58.50

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Brass eyebrow handle with decoration in the shape of three wise monkeys, manufactured in England in the 1930s. White metal screw free of any tarnish. Excellent undamaged used condition, perfect metal point. Dimensions 6.5 cms x 11 cms. [Code OT02] $23.50

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Heavy white metal handle, with black and silver decorative floral etching. Chromed metal screw with chrome starting to flake off. No brand name or insignia evident, so country and date of origin uncertain. Slight bend in the shaft just above the screw. Dimensions 10 cms x 12.2 cms. [Code OT03] $7.50

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Light white metal, probably aluminium alloy, with stamped image of three figures drinking. Stamped on the back with MEUBLUNI, so probably French from the 1940s. Dimensions 6.5 cms x 9.5 cms. [Code OT04] $6.50

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Heavy dark metal handle, with decorative grapes one side and a simple coat of arms the other. White metal screw with very light tarnish. No brand name or insignia evident, but probably German from the 1950s. Dimensions 5.1 cms x 11.6 cms. [Code OT05] $8.00

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Large varnished grape vine handle, with small brass advertising plaque for REUMAUX-ROUSSEZ VINS A LOMME. White metal screw also varnished. French from the late 20th century. Used with some light scuffing, undamaged screw. Dimensions 19 cms x 11.2 cms. [Code OT06] $9.50

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Exotically-shaped varnished grape vine handle, with small brass advertising plaque for PEYTHIEU VINS - BRIANCON. White metal screw also varnished. French from the late 20th century. Original new condition.Dimensions 14.5 cms x 14.8 cms. [Code OT07] $11.50

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Highly attractive sheathed brass corkscrew with black and green enamel plating, made in the shape of an ice pick. Appears hand-made and extremely well constructed, but no insignia evident. Chrome plated helical screw with no plate loss at all. Incorporates can peircing tool and bottle opener. Dimensions 11.1 cms x 16.4 cms. [Code OT18] $25.00

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Attractive sheathed brass corkscrew made in the shape of an anchor with black and green enamel plating with verdigris look. Solid construction, but no insignia evident. White metal bladed Archimedian screw with no tarnish at all. Dimensions 9.2 cms x 14 cms. [Code OT20] $27.50

Wire twist and pull

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Small finger pull constructed from one single strand of high tensile wire, with twisted spiral worm, probably late 19th or early 20th century from France. No insignia. Nickel plated steel with some loss of plating and rust. Dimensions 2.6 cms wide x 7.3 cms long. [Code WTP01] $9.50

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Classic French design constructed from one single strand of high tensile wire, with twisted spiral worm, probably late 19th or early 20th century. Top of handle has L. N. MATTEI on one side and CAP CORSE on the other - advertising the Corsican liquor company which began operations in 1872. Appears to be nickel plated steel with only very minor loss of plating. Excellent condition for its age. Dimensions 6.6 cms wide x 9.6 cms long. [Code WTP 05] $18.50

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Classic design constructed from one single strand of high tensile wire, with twisted spiral worm, probably late 19th or early 20th century from France. No insignia. Nickel plated steel with some loss of plating. Excellent condition for its age. Dimensions 6.6 cms wide x 10.3 cms long. [Code WTP 06] $18.50

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Classic design constructed from one single strand of high tensile wire, probably late 19th or early 20th century from France. No insignia at all. Has the unusual worm wrought into an Archimedian screw. Appears to be nickel plated steel with loss of plating consistent with its age. Used but in good condition. Larger size, dimensions 6.9 cms wide x 12.2 cms long. [Code WTP 03] $22.50

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Classic design constructed from one single strand of high tensile wire, with twisted spiral worm, probably late 19th or early 20th century from France. Stamped on the top of handle with TONY DUSSEUX 5 on one side and D 0702 on the other. Some tarnishing, as shown. . Larger size, dimensions 6.8 cms wide x 12.4 cms long. [Code WTP 04] $19.50

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Unusual solid wrought iron collectable constructed from one single strand of high tensile wire. This was not made as a corkscrew, though it works perfectly as such. Was originally designed in 1961 as an ice screw for mountaineers by the Stubai company in Austria and sold with bright red paint on the handle. Stamped on the top of handle with STUBAI MARWA Austria. Some red paint still visible, Dimensions 67.1 cms wide x 20 cms long. [Code WTP 07] $24.50

Twist and pull with brush

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Elegantly turned handle in mahogany or similar dark red woodgrain, withbrush of stiff straw coloured bristles. Nickel plated iron screw with decorative shank, beginning to tarnish, as shown. Mid to late 19th century, probably made in England, but no brand name or insignia evident. Used condition and with with minor scuffing of the wood consistent with age. Dimensions 11 cms x 13.5 cms. [Code TB 02] $135.50

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Turned bone handle with soft straw coloured brush. Brass Henshall type shank and nickel plated iron screw with virtually no plate loss. Early to mid 19th century, probably made in England, but no brand name or insignia evident. Used condition and with with minor scuffing of the bone handle consistent with age. Dimensions 19.5 cms x 14.7 cms. [Code TB 03] $265.00

Animal horn twist and pull

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Antique corkscrew with spike, with smooth animal horn handle, quite rare as such. Spike and screw are in well-tarnished iron, so probably from the 1880s or 90s. Stamped faintly with P&O, so probably manufactured in England for use on P&O ships which began operations in 1837. Well-used but in original working order. Dimensions 14 cms x 11.8 cms. [Code ATP01] $59.50

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White metal Archimedian screw with authentic stag antler handle. No insignia evident. English, probably early 20th century. Excellent condition. Dimensions 9.4 cms x 12 cms. [Code ATPo3] $35.50

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Large straight-line authentic stag antler handle with stainless steel bladed Archimedian screw. Quite a rare item. No insignia evident. English, probably early 20th century. Excellent condition. 20.5 cms long. [Code ATPo4] $49.50

Harps

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Classic compact pocket harp which clips into place - open or closed. Dark metal colour, no brand name or insignia evident. Well-used with wear consistent with age, in original working order, perfect metal point. Dimensions 5.3 cms wide, 7 cm long closed, 11.6 cms long open. [Code HB06] $53.50

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Classic compact pocket harp which twists and clips into place - open or closed. Bright metallic colour, no brand name or insignia evident, near perfect condition. [Code HB08] ($62.50) SOLD

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Larger size, fairly heavy pocket harp which clips into place - open or closed. No brand name or insignia evident. Nickel-plated iron with minor plate loss only. In original working order, perfect metal point. Dimensions 7.8 cms wide, 6.7 cm long closed, 11.2 cms long open. [Code HB09] $59.50

Eyebrows

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Dark metal handle with simple eyebrow shape, with galvanised iron screw just starting to tarnish. Probably manufactured in France in the 1930s. Used condition but with with very minor scuffing consistent with age, perfect metal point. Alignment of handle and screw is about 4 degrees off straight, as manufactured. Dimensions 9.3 cms. [Code EB03] $19.50

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Dark metal handle with simple eyebrow shape, with screw in the same metal, both with typical light tarnish. Probably manufactured in France in the 1920s or 30s. Dimensions 10.3 cms. [Code EB07] $24.50

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Dark metal handle shaped for four fingers, with screw in the same metal, both heavily rusted. Probably manufactured in France in the 1920s or 30s. Dimensions 8 cms wide, 10.5 cms long. [Code EB06] $24.50

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Dark metal handle shaped for four fingers, with screw in the same metal, both rusted, as is common. Probably manufactured in France in the 1920s or 30s. Dimensions 7.7 cms wide, 10.5 cms long. [Code EB05] $24.50

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Small, nickel plated iron screw with some tarnish, as shown. Probably manufactured in England in the 1920s. Circular finger hole is quite rare. Dimensions 5.6 cms wide, 8.6 cms long. [Code EB08] $27.50

Figurals

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Famous English jockey corkscrew. Has insignia 'U.K. Des. Reg. Pat pend.'. Used condition but no significant wear or damage, perfect metal point. Dimensions 17 cms wide open, 8.6 cms high standing. [Code FG08] $48.50

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Classic gold coloured manekin in heavy metal, possibly lead, with dark metal Archimedian screw. Has BRUXELLES moulded in the base, so probably manufactured in Belgium in the 1930s. Used condition with gold paint starting to flake consistent with age, perfect metal point. Stands about 8cm high. [Code FG01] $32.50

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Classic gold coloured manekin in heavy metal, possibly lead, with white metal screw, hinged for compact storage. No insignia or brand, probably manufactured in Belgium in the 1930s. Used condition but no damage to the gold plating, perfect metal point. Stands about 8 cm high. [Code FG02] $45.00

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Classic manekin pis in grey metal, possibly pewter, with white metal screw. No insignia or brand, probably manufactured in Belgium in the 1930s. Used condition but no significant wear or damage, perfect metal point. Stands about 8 cm high. [Code FG04] $38.50

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Famous brass legs corkscrew with male genitalia one side, female the other - very explicit! No insignia or brand, manufactured in France between 1910 and 1925. Used condition but no significant wear or damage, perfect metal point, quite rare as such. Dimensions 11.5 cms wide, 9 cms long. [Code FG05] $235.00

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Turned rosewood corkscrew and bottle opener with stylised male and female genitalia. Pressed together these are rather explicit, as is the nature of this genre, but entertainingly so. No insignia or brand, so origin or age uncertain. Used but no wear or damage, perfect metal point. Stands 17.5 cms high. [Code FG12] $29.50

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Creative metal and wood corkscrew and bottle opener "Adam and Eve" with male and female genitalia - again quite explicit, but quite funny. No insignia or brand, so origin or age uncertain. Used but no wear or damage, perfect metal point. Stands 12 cms high. [Code FG09] $18.50

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Carved oriental man in pee pee pose made from highly attractive zebrawood natural woodgrain timber. No insignia or brand, origina and age uncertain. Used condition but no significant wear or damage, perfect metal point. Stands 12.2 cms tall. [Code FG06] $22.50

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Classic gold coloured manekin in heavy metal, possibly lead, with stainless steel screw. Has BRUXELLES moulded in the base, so manufactured in Belgium. Used condition but with superb golden patina, perfect metal point. Stands about 8cm high. [Code FG07] $29.50

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Miniature wooden sculptures of the three wise monkeys made from attractive rosewood or similar. Small badge reads: IRENE SERIES - FOREIGN. Used condition but no significant wear or damage, perfect metal point. Dimensions 15.2 cms wide, 10.2 cms high. [Code FG10] $29.50

Keys

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Large sized heavy key, 14 cm long, in moulded brass with iron screw plated in copper alloy. Incorporates bottle cap opener in the handle, all in near perfect original condition. Embossed with IN VINO on one side of the cap opener and VERITAS on the other, as shown. Also has a white ceramic shield shaped badge on the top of the handle with BERLIN and a lion rampant. Probably manufactured in Germany in the 1950s. [Code KE11] $22.50

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Very large, very heavy key, 20 cm long, in brass alloy with chromed iron screw just starting to tarnish. Fleur de lys motif, most attractive. Probably manufactured in France in the 1920s or 1930s. Used condition but with with minor scuffing consistent with age, original working order, perfect metal point. [Code KE03] $49.50

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Very large, very heavy hand-made key, 17.7 cm long, in wrought iron with nickel plated iron screw just starting to tarnish. No insignia or identification evident. Used but in excellent condition. [Code KE12] $39.50

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Large solid key, 13 cm long, in moulded brass with iron screw plated in copper alloy. Incorporates bottle cap opener in the handle, all in near perfect original condition. Embossed with decorative vines and grapes. Plated with gold coloured enamel to prevent verdigris. Probably manufactured in Germany in the 1950s. [Code KE09] $14.50

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Most attractive solid verdigris key, 13 cm long, in moulded brass with nickel plated iron Archimedian bladed screw. Incorporates bottle cap opener in the handle, all in original condition with attractive verdigris. Embossed with decorative vines and grapes. Probably manufactured in Germany in the 1950s. [Code KE10] $14.50

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Medium sized key, 14.4 cm long, in turned yellow softwood with galvanised iron screw in perfect original condition. Embossed in black with la course aux bouchons 1981, so probably manufactured in France in the 1980s. Used but in excellent condition. [Code KE05] $15.50

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Medium sized key, 14.3 cm long, in turnedyellow softwood with galvanised iron screw in perfect original condition. Embossed in black with ALP BOUCHERIE M. PILOT FONTAINE Tel 96 00 14, so probably manufactured in France in the 1970s or 80s. Used but in excellent condition. [Code KE06] $12.50

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Large, but very lightweight key, 17.5 cm long, in brass coloured plastic with chromed iron screw completely free of tarnish. Embossed in black with ALIMENTATION E. GROSSE, so probably manufactured in France in the 1970s or 80s. Used but in excellent condition. [Code KE07] $8.50

Prongs

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Very early compact prong puller, with nickel plated pressed steel handle and cover and black steel prongs. Incorporates a bottle opener in the handle. No insignia or identification evident. Well used condition with significant rust consistent with age, but in original working order. Dimensions 7.2 cms wide x 9.5 cm long. [Code PR05] $22.50

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Early Italian compact prong puller, with moulded aluminium alloy handle, pressed aluminium alloy cover and black steel prongs. Brand name TIRO stamped, as shown. Used condition with metal scuffing consistent with age, but in original working order. Dimensions 7.3 cms wide x 10 cm long. [Code PR04] $28.50

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Compact prong puller, with chrome handle, black steel prongs and black nylon resin cover. FGB embossed on one side and ITALY on the other. Used condition with only very minor scuffing consistent with age, in original working order. Dimensions 7 cms x 12.7 cms. [Code PR03] $19.50

Spring assisted

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Plain wood handle, no markings at all. Metal screw and spring rusted consisted with seriously old age. Point of screw has a slight bend at the tip, but still quite usable. German design, probably from the late 19th century. Dimensions 8.5 cms wide, 13.2 cms long. [Code SA01] $28.50

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Wood handle, with the letters 'eyer' remaining from a worn brand stamp. Heavily rusted metal screw and spring. Point of screw has broken near the tip, so a collector's item now rather than a usable tool. Hence low price. German design, probably from the late 19th century. Dimensions 9.4 cms wide, 10 cms long. [Code SA03] $19.50

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German Columbus split barrel corkscrew, made in 1893 by Eduard Becker. Shaft has a spring to ease opening, bladed Archimedian screw. Wood handle, stained black, but some stain has worn through. Stainless steel shaft, worm and spring, all free of tarnish. Barrel is chrome plated iron with significant plate loss . Used but in very good condition. Dimensions 9 cms x 18.2 cms. [Code SA04] $81.50

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Antique tw0-column corkscrew with turned wooden handle stained black. Shaft with spring to ease opening, bladed Archimedian screw, in the style of the patent issued to Dunisch and Scholer in Germany in 1883. Slight wear of the black stain, as shown. Used but in excellent condition. Dimensions 8.5 cms x 16 cms. [Code SA08] $79.50

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Shaft with spring to ease opening, bladed Archimedian screw, in the style of the patent issued to Dunisch and Scholer in Germany in 1883. Wood handle, natural light brown woodgrain, turned in the simple style of the early 20th century. All in chrome plated iron or stainless steel with virtually no plate loss or tarnishing . Used but in excellent condition. Dimensions 8.9 cms x 18.2 cms. [Code SA05] $65.50

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Shaft with spring to ease opening, bladed Archimedian screw, in the style of the patent issued to Dunisch and Scholer in Germany in 1883. Wood handle, stained red and varnished, probably from the 1890s. All in nickel plated iron or stainless steel with minimal plate loss or tarnishing. Used but in excellent condition. Dimensions 8.9 cms x 18.2 cms. [Code SA07] $68.50

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Famous German Seiger 600 assisted pull corkscrew with shaped handle for easy use with the full hand. Hidden spring enables remarkably easy opening with continuous clockwise twist. Used but in excellent condition. Dimensions 8.8 cms x 12 cms. [Code SA06] $22.50

Mechanical

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Superb early French open frame single action corkscrew patented by Armand Guichard in 1880. Stamped with 'L'Excelsior A. G. Bte SGDG Paris' on top of the internal disc and '10' on the underside. In perfect working order, operates easily by turning clockwise first, then anticlockwise. The barrel is in nickel plated brass, the rest in nickel plated iron. Some plate loss, mostly on the top shaft. The handle is in black ebony wood with metal caps both ends. Very impressive historic item. Dimensions 6.6 cms wide x 17.5 cms long. [Code MC17] $365.00

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The famous Monopol ring lock design registered in Germany by Usbeck in 1909. Stamped on both sides with MONOPOL 117. Has 11 ball bearings to aid the movement, as shown in the enlargement, and a split cylinderapparently to allow easy removal of the cork from the worm. (It seems a tad complicated to me. Nevertheless an essential item in any collection.) In solid nickel-plated steel, has minor plate loss as usual for such an early item, but is in original working order. [Code MC16] $95.00

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German-designed ring lock corkscrew in nickel-plated steel from the early 20th century. Stamped with ORIGINAL on one side and B & A inside a Swiss cross on the other. Used but works perfectly, some scuffing and minor loss of nickel plating consistent with age. Dimensions 7 cms wide x 15.5 cms long. [Code MC09] $89.50

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Solid four column Italian brass corkscrew from the 1800s in perfect working order. Operates easily by turning clockwise first, then anticlockwise. No brand name or other identification. The metal is unpolished and so shows typical brass discoloration, but would polish into an impressively glossy item, if desired. Dimensions 6.5 cms wide x 15.2 cms long. [Code MC14] $185.00

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Rare antique corkscrew in heavy nickel-plated steel. Has the most unusual sliding clip on the top handle to extract the cork with ease. Also has a highly unusual black solid rubber grip at the base of the barrel. No insignia or identification evident. Used but in original working order, perfect metal point, some scuffing and minor loss of nickel plating consistent with age and use. Dimensions 8 cms wide x 14 cms long. [Code MC15] $225.00

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Heavy brass coloured metal corkscrew in near perfect original condition with cream coloured soft plastic ring. No brand name or other identification. Untarnished brass plated screw with sharp point. Rollover collar allows easy opening with continuous twist action in clockwise direction. Used condition but with with only very minor scuffing. Dimensions 7 cms wide x 14.2 cms long. [Code MC01] $32.50

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Solid chromed steel corkscrew in near perfect original condition with cream coloured soft plastic ring. Very similar design to the previous item, but with handle embossed with the name EXUS. Untarnished stainless steel screw with sharp point. Rollover collar allows easy opening with continuous twist action in clockwise direction. Used condition but with with only very minor scuffing. Dimensions 7 cms wide x 15 cms long. [Code MC02] $38.50

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Heavy chromed steel corkscrew in working order but with substantial chrome loss and tarnishing. Similar design to the previous item, but with no brand name. Rollover collar allows easy opening with continuous clockwise twist action. Dimensions 7.3 cms wide x 14.6 cms long. [Code MC13] $22.50

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Scarce ball-bearing corkscrew. Compact white metal corkscrew in near perfect original condition. Only 10.8 cms long with handle 6.8 cms wide. Stainless steel screw just starting to tarnish. Barrel design to allow opening with continuous twist action in clockwise direction, movement aided by ball-bearings, all in perfect working order. No brand name or ensignia. Probably manufactured in Germany in the 1920s. Used but with with minor scuffing consistent with age. [Code MC07] $49.50

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Ornate moulded metal corkscrew in attractive heavy brass alloy. Stainless steel screw just starting to tarnish. Barrel design to allow opening with continuous twist action in clockwise direction. Embossed with MADE IN ITALY, probably in the early or mid 20th century. Used condition but in original working order, perfect metal point. [Code MC06] $29.50

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Contemporary black plastic EZPull in excellent condition. 17.4 cm long. Barrel design to allow easy opening with continuous twist action in clockwise direction. Used condition, foil cutter missing, minor scuffing consistent with age, perfect metal point. [Code MC12] $11.50

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Contemporary black plastic open barrel SCREWPULL in original working order. 14.7 cm long. Extracts corks easily with continuous clockwise twist action. Used condition, minor scuffing consistent with age, perfect metal point. [Code MC04] SOLD ($9.50)

Concertina

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French Zig Zag concertina corkscrew, galvanized steel, stamped with 46 BTE S.G.D.G. Fr & Et M & M DEP. 1920s vintage model without caplifters, lighter gauge & concave shoulders. Used but in original working order, perfect metal point, some tarnishing consistent with age. Dimensions 7.3 cms wide, 15.3 cm long closed, 26 cms long open. [Code CO01] $33.50

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French Zig Zag concertina corkscrew, chromed steel, stamped on one side only with BTE S.G.D.G. Fr & Et. M. & M. DEP. Vintage model with straight shoulders and shoulder caplifters. Used but in original working order, perfect metal point, minor loss of chrome plating consistent with age. Dimensions 7.2 cms wide, 15.6 cm long closed, 27.7 cms long open. [Code CO06] $39.50

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French concertina corkscrew, nickel-plated steel, with straight bar handle, stamped on both sides with PERFECT BREVETE S.G.D.G. Early 20th century vintage model, used but in original working order, some tarnishing consistent with age and use. Dimensions 14.3 cms wide, 11.5 cm long closed, 21.2 cms long open. [Code CO02] $38.50

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French concertina corkscrew, same as previous item, but with more wear. Nickel-plated steel, with straight bar handle, stamped on both sides with PERFECT BREVETE S.G.D.G. Early 20th century vintage model, used but in good working order, significant tarnishing and nickel plating loss as a result of a long and useful life. Dimensions 14.3 cms wide, 11.5 cm long closed, 21.5 cms long open. [Code CO03] $31.50

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French concertina corkscrew, nickel-plated steel, with curved handle and side cap lifters. Stamped on both sides with DEBOUCHTOUT on one arm and BTE S.G.D.G. MARQUE MODELE DEPOSES FRANCE ET ETRANGER on the opposite arm. Early 20th century vintage model, used but in good working order, significant nickel plating loss and rust. Dimensions 12.8 cms wide, 11.8 cm long closed, 20.7 cms long open. [Code CO05] $39.50

Lever action

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Classic antique two-part tangent lever corkscrew patented by Wolverson in England in 1873. In dark metal, now well tarnished, with three brass hinged links, appears to have professionally cleaned at some stage. Well used, but in excellent working order. Dimensions of small screw 5.4 cms wide, 10.6 cms long. Levers 19 cms long. [Code LA08] $685.00

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Famous antique Heeley A1 double lever corkscrew patented in England in 1888. In nickel plated iron, but with remarkably little plate loss, as shown. Quite rare as such. Stamped on the top wing nut with James Heeley & Sons Ld, "A1" DOUBLE LEVER. Dimensions 17 cms long, 7.5 cms wide closed, 28 cms wide open. [Code LA09] $285.00

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Classic antique French single lever corkscrew in the style patented in 1899 by Jacques Perille. In nickel plated iron, with significant plate loss on the barrel but very little on the rest of the mechanism. Rare as such. Stamped on the short metal rod with LESIO. Dimensions 17 cms long, 5.8 cms wide closed, 17.5 cms wide open. [Code LA10] $295.00

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Contemporary bright chrome version of the famous owl face design manufactured in Spain by BOJ. Large size and flat design with long levers for very easy opening. 15 cm long closed, 21 cms long open. Used but in near perfect original working order. [Code LA01] $21.50

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White metal, classic double lever design with dark steel screw. Large, solid item, 20 cm long closed, 22.5 cms long open. Used but in near perfect original working order. No brand name or ensignia, but heavily decorated with vines, vine leaves and bunches of grapes, so probably manufactured in Italy. The lower cylinder is in the shape and style of a wine barrel. Grey nylon bottle protector suggests 1960s or later. [Code LA03] $25.50

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Blue enamel and bright chrome, contemporary design. 17 cm long. Easy twist design with large levers for easy opening. No brand name or ensignia. Used, but in near perfect original condition [Code LA 06] $9.50

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White enamel and bright chrome, contemporary design. 17 cm long. Easy twist design with large levers for easy opening. No brand name or ensignia. Used, but in near perfect original condition [Code LA 07] $9.50

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This desrves pride of place in any collection simply because it is just about the ugliest corkscrew ever designed. Made of cheap clunky plastic, the action is smooth enough and it works perfectly but the shape and size make it cumbersome and annoying. The colours, however, may appeal to supporters of Collingwood, Juventus or the Chicago White Sox. 17 cm high closed, 24 cms wide when extended. [Code LA 11] $6.50

Double screw in metal

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Aluminium barrel, black nylon wing nuts, stainless steel screw, 1960s/70s design. 15.8 cm long. No brand name or ensignia. Used, but in excellent working order [Code DSM01] $29.50

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French Aero type derived from Perille's 1876 patent. Flat top handle and three handled flynut. All in nickel plated iron with rounded frame and bladed worm. No brand name or insignia evident. Used condition with some patches of nickel worn through, in original working order. Length 15.5 cms [Code DSM21] $57.00

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Chrome plated iron, two handled flynut with bottler opener incorporated into the top handle. Stainless steel bladed worm with perfect point. No brand name or insignia evident. Used condition but no loss of chrome at all. Larger size: Length 18.5 cms with flynut 8.3 cms wide. [Code DSM04] $39.50

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French Aero type derived from Perille's 1876 patent. Rounded top handle and three handled flynut. All in nickel plated iron with rounded frame and bladed worm. No brand name or insignia evident. Used but exceptionally good condition with only tiny patches of nickel worn through. Length 15.2 cms. [Code DSM07] $55.00

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French Aero type derived from Perille's 1876 patent. Rounded top handle and three handled flynut. All in dark grey metal with rounded frame and bladed worm. No brand name or insignia evident. Used but exceptionally good condition with slightly mottly metal colour but free of rust or tarnish. Length 15.5 cms. [Code DSM22] $52.50

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French Aero type derived from Perille's 1876 patent. Slightly ounded top handle - almost flat - and three handled flynut. All in nickel plated iron with rounded frame and bladed worm. No brand name or insignia evident. Used but in very good condition with minor patches of nickel worn through. Length 15.5 cms. [Code DSM11] $45.50

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Highly unusual design incorporating crown bottle top opener in the handle. Seems to be nickel plated iron, with substantial loss of nickel, but the three handled flynut is made of a brass-coloured metal whereas the rest of the opener is dark grey iron. No brand name or insignia evident, used but in original working order, perfect metal point, larger size, 17.5 cms. Year of manufacture unknown, but we note that crown bottle tops were invented in 1892. [Code DSM13] $49.50

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French Perille 1876 patent. Slightly rounded top handle - almost flat - and three handled flynut affixed to the frame. Rare as such. Larger hole than usual, 1 cm diameter. All in nickel plated iron with rounded frame and bladed worm. Insignia stamped on one side of top handle: DEPOSE JHP PARIS, but not stamped completely. Stamped J. PERILLE PARIS on the other side. Used but in reasonably good condition with significant patches of nickel worn through. Length 15.2 cms. [Code DSM14] $58.50

Double screw in wood

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CAM Depose brand, designed and manufactured in the 1960s in France, in colorful marblewood or similar woodgrain, in original working order, perfect metal point, minimal signs of wear. Large size, 17.6 cms . [Code DSW03] $29.50

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Light yellow pine, no brand or insignia, but probably designed and manufactured in the 1960s in France, in original working order, perfect metal point. Minimal signs of wear, just some slight loss of varnish and wood on the flynut. Large size, 16.8 cms . [Code DSW04] $24.50

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Light yellow pine, no brand or insignia, but probably designed and manufactured in the 1960s in France, in original working order, perfect metal point. Minimal signs of wear, confined to the lower rim. Dimensions 7.3 cms wide, 17.2 cms long. [Code DSW05] $27.50

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Light yellow pine spindle and mahogany or similar redwood barrel and handles, no brand or insignia, but probably designed and manufactured in the 1960s in France. Most attractive, in original working order, perfect metal point. Minimal signs of wear, with light scuffing only on the barrel. Dimensions 7.8 cms wide, 16.3 cms long. [Code DSW06] SOLD ($29.50)

Rack and pinion

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Solid chrome plated iron, with helical worm, used condition but with virtually no loss of chrome. In original working order, perfect metal point. No brand name or insignia evident, but is the exact shape of the French Déposé JP Paris. Length 15.5 cms. [Code RP04] $49.50

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As above, solid chrome plated iron, with helical worm, used condition but with virtually no loss of chrome. No brand name or insignia evident, but is the exact shape of the French Déposé JP Paris. Length 15.5 cms. Identical item to RP04, above, but slightly more scuffing from usage. [Code RP06] $39.50

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Dark grey iron alloy free of any rust or tarnish, but has a very short worm suggesting it may have been broken and then sharpened for re-use. Still works okay, however, as shown in 4th panel. No brand name or insignia evident, but is the same shape and style as Lund's Patent from the end of the 19th century. So probably manufactured in France in the early 20th century. Length 14.2 cms. [Code RP18] $42.50

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Very early model French rack and pinion corkscrew from the mid to late 19th century, in excellent order. Moulded with the insignia JB MODELE DEPOSE on the frame. Nickel plated iron but significant plate loss as usual for such an early item. Dimensions 7.2 cms wide x 15.6 cms long. [Code RP05] $92.50

Pocket openers

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Compact lightweight pocket capsule in bright translucent orange plastic. Has two tools - a double helix corkscrew and a flip-out bottle opener. No brand name or insignia other than MADE IN ITALY. Used condition with minor scuffing consistent with age, in original working order, perfect metal point, probably manufactured in the 1980s. Dimensions 11.5 cms. [Code PO01] $14.50

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DEPOSE brand, made in France, waiters' friend with bottle opener at one end. Advertises TETE NOIR DE ROGNAC on one side and CREMANT BRUT DE BLANC on the other. The main body is in cream plastic, the knife blade is iron which has rusted with age, the other three metal components are in undamaged stainless steel. Probably manufactured in the 1960s. Well-used condition with significant scuffing, but all in original working order, perfect metal point. [Code PO03] SOLD ($8.50)

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BOOMERANG PRO-TURN brand, made by BOSSENBROEK in Netherlands, waiters' friend with bottle opener at one end, capsule cutter with four little wheels at the other. Advertises LICHINE PREMIER on one side, plain on the other. The main body is in burgundy plastic, the bottle opener and corkscrew are metal with light rust only. Late 20th century, well-used condition with light scuffing, but all in original working order, perfect metal point. Dimensions 14.5 cms. [Code PO04] $12.50

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Light, compact American pocket capsule in black plastic and white metal. No brand name or insignia other than U.S.A. Used condition with only very minor scuffing consistent with age, in original working order, perfect metal point. Caspsule length 10.7 cms [Code PO06] $7.50

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Light, compact American pocket capsule in yellow plastic and white metal advertising Peter Island. Insignia Lewtan U.S.A. Used condition with minor scuffing consistent with age, in original working order, perfect metal point. Caspsule length 10.7 cms [Code PO12] $7.50

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Light, compact American pocket capsule in black plastic and white metal. No brand name or insignia other than U.S.A. Used condition with only very minor scuffing consistent with age, in original working order, perfect metal point. Caspsule length 11.4 cms [Code PO13] $7.50

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Light, compact American pocket capsule in white plastic and white metal advertising PHMA International. Only other insignia is U.S.A. Used condition with minor scuffing, in original working order, perfect metal point. Caspsule length 10.7 cms [Code PO14] $7.50

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Brand new waiters friend in chrome and dark green enamel with black metal screw. Insignia Pulltex with Patent also engraved. Very stylish solid design. Closed length 12.5 cms [Code PO17] $9.50

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Compact multi-tool roundlet pocket capsule with two attachable tools - a corkscrew and a plain spike or gimlet. Bright nickel-plated metal, no brand name or insignia evident, used condition with minor scuffing consistent with age, in original working order, perfect metal points, probably manufactured in the 1960s. Caspsule length 8.4 cms, tools 6.7 cms. [Code PO08] $29.50

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Brandless multi-tool pocket knife and opener, made in China. Advertises START SOINS ACTIFS HOMME on both sides. The main body is in blue plastic, the tools are untarnished stainless steel. Tools are bottle opener, can opener, corkscrew, knife, scissors, file and gimlet. Late 20th century, used condition with light scuffing on the plastic, but all in original working order. Dimensions 9.5 cms. [Code PO09] $13.50

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Multi-tool waiters' friend in grey metal alloy. Has insignia BYREL one side and BYRRH the other. Probably produced to advertise the French Byrrh aperatif cocktail of red wine and tonic water from the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Tools are bottle opener, corkscrew, knife and waiters' friend lever. Used with light scuffing and spots of tarnish only, but all in original working order. Dimensions 13 cms. [Code PO11] $29.50

String and pulley

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Amazing mechanism. Who ever thought of this? Actually it was the French, as usual. Simply wind the corkscrew into the cork, then pull the string. How easy is that? U.S Patent of 19 Jul 1983. Used, but perfect working order. [Code SP03] $19.50

Champagne taps

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Rare, campagne tap with brush. No insignia, so manufacturer unknown. Period uncertain, probably early 20th century. Pouring spout in the shape of an ornamental fish head. Perfect working order, some scuffing from normal wear, as shown, otherwise excellent condition. [Code CT01] $139.50

Miscellaneous

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Pump action wine bottle opener, Corky brand, made in Switzerland, in original bright red box with instructions in German, French and English. Barely used, in original working order. Dimensions 19.5 cms long with a 6 cm probe. [Code MS01] $22.50

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Promotional bottle opener for Vat 69 whisky in metal and rosewood or similar timber. Used but in excellent condition. Dimensions 15.4 cms long. [Code MS07] $8.50

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Promotional bottle opener for Hennessy whisky in metal and rosewood timber. Similar to above item, so almost certainly made by the same manufacturer. Used but in excellent condition. Dimensions 14 cms long . [Code MS09] $8.50

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Combination stainless steel bottle cap opener and sardine tin opener. No brand name or insignia evident, used condition with minordiscoloration only, in original working order. Large size, 17.1 cms long x 5.4 cms wide. [Code MS02] $8.50

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Champagne cork puller in bright chrome, FAIRWAY insignia. Used condition with only very minor scuffing, no loss of chrome at all, in original working order. Dimensions 9.1 x 6.9 cms. [Code MS04] $19.50

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Pair of matched miniatures - corkscrew and tin opener - in natural pine timber with small suspension hook attached. No brand name or insignia evident, used condition with minor scuffing only, in original working order, perfect metal points. Small size, 10.5 cms (tin opener) and 9.5 cms (bottle opener). [Code MS05] $14.50

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Seriously old bradawl with hand-turned wood handle, plain woodgrain, with rusted iron screw. One of the oldest items on this site, almost certainly all handmade, probably from the late 1700s or early 1800s. very similar style to the corkscrew code ST03, above. No insignia, so manufacturer unknown. Used condition with slightly blunted tip, but still works. [Code MS06] $12.50

Bargain basement

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Wood handle, with the letters 'eyer' remaining from a worn brand stamp. Heavily rusted metal screw and spring. Point of screw has broken near the tip, so a collector's item now rather than a usable tool. Hence low price. German design, probably from the late 19th century. Dimensions 9.4 cms wide, 10 cms long.The same item with screw intacat would normally sell for about $80.00. [Code SA03] $19.50

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Heavy chromed steel corkscrew in good working order but with substantial chrome loss and tarnishing, hence special low price. No brand name. Rollover collar allows easy opening with continuous clockwise twist action. Dimensions 7.3 cms wide x 14.6 cms long. [Code MC13] $22.50

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Very early model French rack and pinion corkscrew from the mid to late 19th century, in excellent order. Moulded with the insignia JB MODELE DEPOSE on the frame. Nickel plated iron but significant plate loss as usual for such an early item. Dimensions 7.2 cms wide x 15.6 cms long. [Code RP05] $92.50

Stamps

Set of 120 single stamps depicting SEASHELLS from many countries, all mint unhinged, collected painstakingly through the 1970s and 1980s by a shell enthusiast. All different, all in perfect condition, Price for all 120 just $75.00

Set of 50 single stamps depicting SEASHELLS from several countries, all mint unhinged, collected painstakingly through the 1970s and 1980s. All different, all in perfect condition, Price for all 50 just $25.50

Share scrip

Brooke, Bond & Co, Limited, 54 shares of five shillings each. Brown print on cream paper, red embossed company seal. Allotted 6th December 1967. $8.50 click here for image

Carr Boyd Minerals Limited, 125 options. Incorporated in Western Australia. Black on white and pink paper. Purchased 22 December 1980. $8.50 click here for image

Conex Australia N.L., 3000 options. Incorporated in the state of New South Wales. Blue on white paper with purple company seal. Purchased 3 May 1980. Light foxing top left, centre fold. $4.50 click here for image

Powerplay International Limited, 1000 shares of 25 cents each. Incorporated in New South Wales. Black on white and cream paper with green company stamp. Purchased 21 July 1986. This company once owned the Sydney Swans AFL football team before its spectacular crash in the late 1980s. $12.50 click here for image

Powerplay International Limited, 3000 shares of 25 cents each. Incorporated in New South Wales. Black on white and cream paper with green company stamp. Purchased 11 August 1986. This company once owned the Sydney Swans AFL football team before its spectacular crash in the late 1980s. $12.50 click here for image

Shulton, Inc. 100 shares of fifty cents each. Incorporated in the state of New Jersey. Black and red on cream paper. Purchased May 29 1970. $8.50 click here for image

Shulton, Inc. 100 shares of fifty cents each. Incorporated in the state of New Jersey. Black and red on cream paper. Purchased May 29 1970. $8.50 click here for image

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