Roundlet corkscrews can be found in a variety of forms but typically they are of a cigar like shape & have a threaded capsule that opens to reveal the worm. Once opened the worm is pulled out, the capsule is then closed & acts as the handle.
The majority of roundlet corkscrews were manufactured with a nickel finish but other materials were also used such as celluloid, wood, silver & even gold.
Roundlet corkscrews often surface with a multi tool function & look out for a roundlet corkscrew which doubles up as a whistle.
Here's a very hard to find English roundlet corkscrew manufactured by Lund of London. It's marked on the case "LUND'S PATENT SPHERICAL JOINT LONDON".
Found on a mid 19th century trade advertisement this corkscrew was sold in different sizes & finishes & the patent dates to 1855.
A late 19th century English roundlet corkscrew that doubles up as a whistle.
A French wooden roundlet corkscrew, marked on the case BTE S. G. D. G. made in France". Probably dates to the 1930's.
Here's an interesting multi tool roundlet corkscrew with a number of attachments. Although unmarked it is probably of German origins.
I've enjoyed compiling this corkscrew guide, I hope it can be of assistance to you. If you'd like to get in touch it would be great to hear from you. Peter@corkscrewsonline.com
