Metrokane Houdini Lever Corkscrew 0902803

by Corkscrews

• Innovative engineering from the makers of the Rabbit corkscrew
• Removes corks in seconds
• Compatible with wine bottles of all sizes
• All-metal gears and ergonomic grip; comes with foilcutter
• 5-year warranty

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 7.2 x 2.1 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000068FNV
• Item model number: 2803
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (114 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,572 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
  • #67 in Kitchen & Dining > Bar Tools & Glasses > Corkscrews & Openers

Product Description

Color: Black

Amazon.com

Like the handcuff king it's named for, the Metrokane Houdini lever-style corkscrew works so easily it practically defies explanation. The Houdini was designed by the innovative company that created the Rabbit corkscrew, and is both simple and effortless to use. Just close the side handles over the neck of the bottle, pull up, and--voila!--the cork's removed. Another up-and-down movement pops the cork off the corkscrew. Metrokane corkscrews are independently tested for 20,000 cork pulls; tests assume replacement of the spiral after 1,000 pulls. Made with durable all-metal gear parts, the Houdini works with any size wine bottle. Its polycarbonate handles are ergonomically-designed and finished with a polished luster. Metrokane includes a matching foil cutter and a five-year warranty. --Emily Bedard

Product Description

All you have to do is push down on the lever, pull it up, and like magic the corkscrew is out. The Houdini Lever-Style Corkscrew can pull a cork from any size bottle in seconds, and without so much as an abracadabra, it automatically releases the cork, too. Tested for 20,000 pulls, this tool is made to last through a lifetime of dinner parties, but includes an extra spiral screw just in case. Gift set features a handy foil cutter that easily removes the foil cap. All-metal gears, soft-grip handles and shiny enameled finish. Imported.

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

106 of 110 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Value October 29, 2002

By A Customer

Color Name:Black|Amazon Verified Purchase

Product represents a good value for this type of corkscrew. We've had it for about a month now, and used it to open more bottles of vino than I care to admit! Never had any problem with a bottle of red (served at room temp), but have had some difficulty with chilled whites (cold corks harder to pull), and it simply refuses to pull artificial corks (perhaps on principle!!) overall, a good gizmo. motivates you to stick with good quality reds. with the reds it's been a 5-star performer.

38 of 38 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Corks come out in one piece---what more can you ask? March 3, 2003

By Robert VINE™ VOICE

Color Name:Black

I bought this as a gold box offer because I was tired of the old cork screws (the ones with the arms that you use to pull a cork). I've had to many cork failures with all the other types I've used.
This unit makes it easier to hit the middle of the cork every time. All you do is grab the top of the bottle is grip of the opener, and lift the arm. This drives the screw into the cork for you. Then you just push down on the same lever and the cork comes out---intact (every time for me). It sometimes requires a slight pull, but this is minor.
It also comes with a foil cutter, which works well also.

37 of 37 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Newer 2008 Models Much Improved: Great Opener! June 26, 2008

By A reader

Color Name:Black

I was really surprised at all the negative or lukewarm reviews until I looked at the dates: these are mostly from 2002-2003, and the most recent one I saw was 2004. Half a decade later, the Houdini is MUCH improved. Mine is a champ, and opens every bottle flawlessly and quickly. I drink wine EVERY DAY, so it has to work continuously, and it does. While some five-year old reviews talk of wobblies or weak joints, this is no longer true. The 2008 Houdini is solid! It also now comes with it's own case (rubber handle retainer included), so you don't have to worry about storage issues. I'm a hard-core wine aficionado, and this is a superb opener. I can't think of any way they could improve it.