Description: Please take the time to read through my entire item description and view all the photographs. I consistently prepare accurate and detailed descriptions and provide clear close up photographs and video when appropriate for all my listings. The aforementioned notwithstanding, note the photos and video are still the biggest and most important part of this or any description. As the old saying goes, "a picture is worth a thousand words". If you would like additional photos or have specific questions just message me and I will respond ASAP. For your consideration is this vintage 1960’s red handle CORKETTE wine bottle cork remover extractor made by SPONG in England. The extractor comes with the original “Instruction Leaflet” as depicted in the description photos. The cork extractor weighs approximately 3.0 ounce by itself. The “closed” extractor (with white end cap on) measures approximately 6.50” long. It has a red colored handle that is approximately 3.75” long and 1.0” wide. Extended (white end cap removed) the extractor has an overall measurement of approximately 8.75” in length with a 2.0” needle tip. Refer to description photos #10, #11, #12 and #13 to confirm the size dimensions and for more details about what I have described. Included is the original “Instruction leaflet” that details the proper use and care of the tool. The noted instructions are conveniently stored in the storage holder as depicted in the description photos. Refer to description photos #1 and #2 for more details about what I have described. The red handle is clearly embossed with the name “CORKETTE”. The bottom side of the tool holder is marked with the following information as can be verified in description photo #9. Refer to the description photo to confirm what I have described. “SPONG & CO., LTD. BASILDON. ESSEX” “MADE IN ENGLAND” “SPONG” (oval brand logo) “U. K. PAT. No. 986984” “REG DESIGN No.912910/1” Other than showing very minor surface blemishes from minimum use and drawer storage over the years the cork extractor remains in very good overall condition as can be verified in the description photos. Please look at the photos closely as they accurately depict the Corkette bottle cork extractor/remover I describe and show exactly what you will receive if you purchase this piece. If you have any questions or concerns regarding this vintage cork remover or would like additional photos please email me and I will respond ASAP. The Corkette will ship from Texas zip code 77362 via USPS Ground advantage safely secured inside a 6.0" x 4.0" x 4.0" cardboard box weighing between 8.0 and 9.0 ounces after packaging. Buyer pays true shipping cost, if you would like to estimate shipping to your home zip code you can enter the aforementioned shipping information into either the USPS or eBay postal calculator program. PLEASE LOOK AT THE OTHER ITEMS I CURRENTLY HAVE LISTED, AND CONTINUE TO LIST, ON EBAY. THANKS!
Price: 2.99 USD
Location: Pinehurst, Texas
End Time: 2025-01-24T01:25:35.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Number of Items in Set: Single Unit
Wood Tone: N/A
Number of Holes: N/A
Shape: N/A
Occasion: All Occasions
MPN: N/A
Item Length: In Description
Unit Type: Unit
Number in Pack: 1
Item Height: In Description
Style: 1960s
Features: Instructions
Handmade: No
Item Width: In Description
Pattern: N/A
Character: N/A
Color: Red
Item Diameter: In Description
Material: Cork
Set Includes: Holder, Instructions
Item Depth: In Description
Franchise: N/A
California Prop 65 Warning: N/A
Brand: Spong
Type: Bottle Cork
Model: Corkette
Original/Reproduction: Original
Theme: N/A
Time Period Manufactured: 1960-1969
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Item Weight: In Description