A corkscrew is a tool for drawing corks from wine bottles and other household bottles that may be sealed with corks. In its traditional form, a corkscrew simply consists of a pointed metallic helix (often called the "worm") attached to a handle, which the user screws into the cork and pulls to extract it. Corkscrews are necessary because corks themselves, being small and smooth, are difficult to grip and remove, particularly when inserted fully into an inflexible glass bottle. More recent styles of corkscrew incorporate various systems of levers that further increase the amount of force that can be applied outwards upon the cork, making the extraction of difficult corks easier.
corkscrew
The design of the corkscrew may have been derived from the gun worm, which was a device from at least the early 1630s used by men to remove unspent charges from a musket's barrel in a similar fashion.[1]
The corkscrew is possibly an English invention, due to the tradition of beer and cider, and Treatise on Cider by John Worlidge in 1676 describes "binning of tightly corked cider bottles on their sides", although the earliest reference to a corkscrew is, "steel worm used for the drawing of Corks out of Bottles" from 1681.[1]
In 1795, the first corkscrew patent was granted to the Reverend Samuel Henshall, in England. The clergyman affixed a simple disk, now known as the Henshall Button, between the worm and the shank. The disk prevents the worm from going too deep into the cork, forces the cork to turn with the turning of the crosspiece, and thus breaks the adhesion between the cork and the neck of the bottle. The disk is designed and manufactured slightly concave on the underside, which compresses the top of the cork and helps keep it from breaking apart.[2]
In its traditional form, a corkscrew is simply a steel screw attached to a perpendicular handle, made of wood or some other material. The user grips the handle and screws the metal point into the cork, until the helix is firmly embedded, then a vertical pull on the corkscrew extracts the cork from the bottle. The handle of the corkscrew allows for a commanding grip to ease removal of the cork.
The winged corkscrew, sometimes called a cork extractor, butterfly corkscrew, owl corkscrew, Indian corkscrew, or angel corkscrew, has two levers, one on either side of the worm. As the worm is twisted into the cork, the levers are raised. Pushing down the levers draws the cork from the bottle in one smooth motion. The most common design has a rack and pinion connecting the levers to the body. The head of the central shaft is frequently modified to form a bottle opener, or foil cutter, increasing the utility of the device. Corkscrews of this design are particularly popular in household use.
A sommelier knife, waiter's friend or wine key is a corkscrew in a folding body similar to a pocket knife. It was conceived by the German Karl Wienke in 1882 and patented in Germany, England, and America.[1]
An arm extends to brace against the lip of the bottle for leverage when removing the cork. Some sommelier knives have two steps on the lever, and often also a bottle opener. A small hinged knife blade is housed in the handle end to be used in cutting the foil wrapping the neck of many wine bottles. A corkscrew of this type can be used more quickly (and with more "show" or panache) than a wing-type corkscrew.
The lever or "rabbit" corkscrew is operated using a pair of handles which are used to grip the neck of the bottle, and a lever which is simply pressed down to twist the screw into the cork, then lifted to extract the cork. Expelling the cork from the device is done with a similar press/lift action.[11] This style of corkscrew is much bulkier, and typically much more expensive, than other styles, but is much faster.
The mounted corkscrew was invented in the late 1800s for use in homes, hotel bars, and restaurants in an era where all bottles were stopped with corks. They are screwed or clamped to counters or walls. When beer began to be sold in bottles, bars required a speedy way to open them. Most early mounted corkscrews were designed to open beer bottles with short corks. Modern ones are made for longer wine corks.[12]
Originally opening at Knott's Berry Farm in 1975, the Corkscrew was the first modern inverting coaster. This amazing coaster was also the first to take riders upside-down not once but twice as they moved through the double helix that is the highlight of this coaster ride. In 1990, the Corkscrew found its new home here at Silverwood and continues as a little piece of history and a thrilling ride that people will enjoy for a while to come. Turning out of the station, you climb straight up 'til you are 70-feet high. You take a short dip, which is really just a shadow of things to come, turn again and then plunge down the hill. You are whipped around one more turn going upside-down through the double corkscrew, and then you are brought back to the station.
The most common sign of corkscrew tail is the presence of recurrent infections in the tail fold. Dogs with a tail fold infection may have severe itching and discomfort around the tail, leading them to chew at their tail and drag their hind end on the ground. Additionally, you may notice a foul odor coming from the skin around the tail. This odor may be related to a bacterial skin infection, or it may be caused by feces that has become trapped within the skin folds. If your dog belongs to a breed that is predisposed to corkscrew tail and you notice signs of a tail fold infection, there is a high likelihood that your dog has corkscrew tail that is contributing to this skin condition.
Corkscrew tail is an inherited condition. There is nothing that you can do to prevent your dog from developing corkscrew tail, but there are measures breeders can take to reduce the incidence of corkscrew tail in their litters. Breeders of predisposed breeds should have spinal radiographs performed on any potential breeding dogs to evaluate the vertebrae. Any dogs with abnormal vertebrae should be removed from the breeding program.
We are delighted to introduce our first piece of Oui Chef kit specifically for the dining room & bar. Our tweezers have always been popular with mixologists around the world so introducing a premium corkscrew is a natural next step on our journey.
Packaged in a sleek black box, the corkscrew makes the perfect gift for the wine-lover in your life. Like all our products, they can be personalised with logo, name, initials, date etc. Both sides are available for engraving. (We cannot engrave the spine of this model)
The perfect knife for picnics and parties! The No.10 folding knife is big enough to cut into your favorite loaf and easily handles cheese and cured meats. The beech wood handle houses a 5-turn steel corkscrew, which is sturdy enough to pull even the most stubborn of wine corks. Everything you need in a knife to enjoy the perfect picnic!
The design also features a handle that is ergonomically designed to fit comfortably in your hand, a significant improvement over traditional corkscrews which poke sharply into the palm. This design is especially beneficial when removing numerous corks in succession.
The sleek and graphic design of the Line Reverse corkscrew conceals the cutting-edge technology that lies within. Boasting latest-generation batteries and a fully automatic design, this electric corkscrew can remove the corks from your wine bottles in mere seconds.","image":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/media\/cache\/catalog\/product\/\/2\/0\/700x560\/200947.png","offers":"@type":"http:\/\/schema.org\/Offer","price":134.95,"url":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/en_us\/line-tire-bouchon-electrique-rechargeable-automatique-alumunium-21-cm.html","priceCurrency":"USD","availability":"http:\/\/schema.org\/InStock","color":"Alu","gtin13":"4006950200947","sku":"200947_8","category":"Electric Corkscrews","material":"Aluminium"},"@type":"Product","name":"Line Reverse","description":"With its long battery life, fast charging and fully automatic cork extraction and ejection mechanism, the Line Reverse electric corkscrew has more than one advantage to its credit. Enjoy the carbon finish on this model.","image":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/media\/cache\/catalog\/product\/\/2\/0\/700x560\/200985.png","offers":"@type":"http:\/\/schema.org\/Offer","price":134.95,"url":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/en_us\/line-tire-bouchon-electrique-rechargeable-automatique-carbone-21-cm.html","priceCurrency":"USD","availability":"http:\/\/schema.org\/InStock","color":"Carbon","gtin13":"4006950200985","sku":"200985_8","category":"Electric Corkscrews","material":"Aluminium","@type":"Product","name":"Elis Touch","description":"The high-end Elis Touch electric corkscrew is adorned with an elegant carbon shade. Uncorking a bottle has never been so aesthetic!","image":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/media\/cache\/catalog\/product\/\/2\/0\/700x560\/200916_1.png","offers":"@type":"http:\/\/schema.org\/Offer","price":114.95,"url":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/en_us\/elis-touch-rechargeable-electric-corkscrew-carbon-27-cm.html","priceCurrency":"USD","availability":"http:\/\/schema.org\/OutOfStock","aggregateRating":"ratingValue":5,"reviewCount":3,"bestRating":5,"worstRating":0,"@type":"AggregateRating","color":"Carbon","gtin13":"4006950200930","sku":"200930_8","category":"Electric Corkscrews","material":"Stainless steel","@type":"Product","name":"Elis reverse","description":"A symbol of Peugeot\u0092s expertise, this rechargeable electric corkscrew is made in France. The fully automatic technology is a creation of Peugeot\u0092s Design Department. It allows the cork to be extracted by simply pressing onto the bottle before ejecting it with a tilt of the wrist. A genuine technical marvel, the turning of the beechwood corkscrew is an achievement of the Peugeot team. Elis Reverse allows uncorking a bottle effortlessly in just seconds. This rechargeable electric corkscrew is suitable for any bottle and any type of cork whether traditional or plastic. A single charge can uncork an average of 50 bottles. The Elis Reverse corkscrew comes with a foil cutter.","image":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/media\/cache\/catalog\/product\/\/imp\/ort\/700x560\/200770.png","offers":"@type":"http:\/\/schema.org\/Offer","price":129.95,"url":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/en_us\/elis-reverse-rechargeable-electric-corkscrew-in-wood-natural-finish-21-cm.html","priceCurrency":"USD","availability":"http:\/\/schema.org\/InStock","aggregateRating":"ratingValue":5,"reviewCount":3,"bestRating":5,"worstRating":0,"@type":"AggregateRating","color":"Natural","gtin13":"4006950200794","sku":"200794_8","category":"Electric Corkscrews","material":"Wood","@type":"Product","name":"Elis reverse","description":"Featuring a perfect combination of warm wood and technological innovation, the Elis Reverse corkscrew is suitable for all bottles and all corks (traditional or plastic). Operation is fully automatic: uncork the bottle by simply pressing onto the bottle and eject the cork by tilting the corkscrew to a 90\u00b0 angle. The body is made of beechwood and was turned with meticulous care at our French factory. The matte black finish brings refinement and elegance. It comes with a foil cutter and charger. The Lithium-ion batteries can uncork an average of 50 bottles on one charge.","image":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/media\/cache\/catalog\/product\/\/imp\/ort\/700x560\/200800.png","offers":"@type":"http:\/\/schema.org\/Offer","price":129.95,"url":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/en_us\/elis-reverse-rechargeable-electric-corkscrew-in-wood-black-finish-21-cm.html","priceCurrency":"USD","availability":"http:\/\/schema.org\/InStock","color":"Black","gtin13":"4006950200824","sku":"200824_8","category":"Electric Corkscrews","material":"Wood","@type":"Product","name":"Elis Touch","description":"The Peugeot Elis Touch electric corkscrew is a high-tech gift for the wine enthusiast. This electric corkscrew can remove any cork, gently and easily.","image":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/media\/cache\/catalog\/product\/\/2\/0\/700x560\/200497_8.png","offers":"@type":"http:\/\/schema.org\/Offer","price":109.95,"url":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/en_us\/elis-touch-us-tire-bouchon-electrique-rechargeable-en-inox-27-cm.html","priceCurrency":"USD","availability":"http:\/\/schema.org\/InStock","aggregateRating":"ratingValue":5,"reviewCount":1,"bestRating":5,"worstRating":0,"@type":"AggregateRating","color":"Stainless","gtin13":"4006950200497","sku":"200497_Us8","category":"Electric Corkscrews","material":"Stainless steel","@type":"Product","name":"Elis","description":"The Peugeot Elis rechargeable electric corkscrew is a treat of simplicity and efficiency and works with all cork types.","image":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/media\/cache\/catalog\/product\/\/2\/0\/700x560\/200169.png","offers":"@type":"http:\/\/schema.org\/Offer","price":89.95,"url":"https:\/\/us.peugeot-saveurs.com\/en_us\/elis-us-tire-bouchon-electrique-a-batteries-rechargeables-en-inox-20-cm.html","priceCurrency":"USD","availability":"http:\/\/schema.org\/InStock","color":"Stainless","gtin13":"4006950200169","sku":"200169_Us8","category":"Electric Corkscrews","material":"Stainless steel"]},"speakable":"@type":"SpeakableSpecification","cssSelector":[".category-description"],"xpath":["\/html\/head\/title"]}window.kameleoonDisplayPageTimeOut = true; .hero .hero__bg:not(.js-hero-bg):not(.loaded) opacity: 1;[data-aos^=fade][data-aos^=fade] opacity: 1;.pictogram__img:before background:transparent !important;border:none !important;content:"" !important;.product-info-main opacity:1 !important;img.pictogram__img text-indent: 100%; white-space: nowrap; overflow: hidden;min-height: auto !important; if (navigator.userAgent.indexOf("Lighthouse") !== -1) window.fasterizeNs = blockDeferJsStart: true window.gtmListing = window.gtmListing []; window.pageVueEvent = window.pageVueEvent ; window.pageVueEvent.page = window.pageVueEvent.page ; window.pageVueEvent.init_push = 1; // Push when page is loaded window.pageVueEvent.checkout = 0; // 1 when checkout page window.pageVueEvent.listing = 0; // 1 when listing page window.pageVueEvent.page.pageType = 'autre'; window.pageVueEvent = window.pageVueEvent ;window.pageVueEvent.page = window.pageVueEvent.page ;Object.assign(window.pageVueEvent.page, "pageCategory3":"Electric Corkscrews","pageCategory2":"Corkscrews","pageCategory1":"WINE AND BARWARE"); window.pageVueEvent = window.pageVueEvent ; window.pageVueEvent.page = window.pageVueEvent.page ; window.pageVueEvent.page.pageType = 'sub_category'; window.pageVueEvent = window.pageVueEvent ; window.pageVueEvent.country = 'United States'; "*": "projectGtm": The store will not work correctly in the case when cookies are disabled. document.querySelector("#cookie-status").style.display = "none"; "*": "cookieStatus": "*": "mage/cookies": "expires": null, "path": "\u002F", "domain": ".us.peugeot\u002Dsaveurs.com", "secure": false, "lifetime": "3600" JavaScript seems to be disabled in your browser. For the best experience on our site, be sure to turn on Javascript in your browser. 2ff7e9595c
Comments