The Ultimate Corkscrew Book (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) [Hardcover]

Donald Bull (Author)

Book Description

Series: A Schiffer Book for Collectors | Publication Date: January 1999

An armchair guide to corkscrews with over 700 color photographs and 3600 illustrated and documented examples, The Ultimate Corkscrew Book showcases the diversity and creativity that has occurred in the production of corkscrews over the last several hundred years. Remarkably, all examples featured in this extensive volume come from one source: the author's personal collection. Longtime collector of corkscrews, author Donald A. Bull displays the breadth of his collection through categorical examples of Eclectic Corkscrews, Figural Corkscrews, Corkscrew knives, and Miscellaneous Corkscrews along with their current market values. These items reflect the labors of a most relentless and diligent pursuit on the author's part, which has resulted in one of the most comprehensive collections of corkscrews ever amassed. This text will truly open the eyes of every devotee, from the novice to the true addict, enticing all to explore the entire range of this twisted hobby.

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About the Author

Don is a retired executive with an unquenchable thirst for corkscrews and corkscrew knowledge. In 1968, he was rummaging through a box in an antique store and found a bottle cap lifter embossed "Budweiser Means Moderation." That was the beginning of a beer advertising opener collection that grew to over 4000 in the next 20 years. In 1978, Don published his first book on beer advertising openers and corkscrews. In 1979, he founded "Just for Openers." By then, he had developed a greater passion for corkscrews, and, eventually, he sold the opener collection. In 1982, Don was invited to join the International Correspondence of Corkscrew Addicts (ICCA). This prestigious organization, founded in 1974, is limited to only 50 members worldwide. In 1986, he was appointed editor of the ICCA's Bottle Scrue Times, a position he held for four years. In 1991, he was elected Chief Correspondent, and, in 1993, he became the Right, the leader of the ICCA. After three years, he stepped down and retired with the title of "Mirth Right." In addition to his two books on openers, Don co-authored and published The Register of United States Breweries and American Breweries. Don's Beer Trivia book was published in 1985. Don is a member of the ICCA, the Canadian Corkscrew Collectors Club (CCCC), Just for Openers (JFO), the American Breweriana Association (ABA), and the National Association of Breweriana Advertising (NABA).When Don retired as President of Goodway Technologies Corporation of Stamford, Connecticut, in 1997, his portrait was presented to him. Presidential (U. S.) portrait painter Benjamin McCready and Don agreed to dispense with a traditional portrait with a serious looking person simply sitting in a chair or standing at attention. They agreed that some action was needed in the portrait and what could be more appropriate than a bottle of wine and a corkscrew. The corkscrew chosen is the only known example of the "Read's Coaxer." Don owns this unique corkscrew created by Thomas Read, a cutler in Dublin in the 18th century.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 318 pages
• Publisher: Schiffer Pub Ltd (January 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764307010
• ISBN-13: 978-0764307010
• Product Dimensions: 12.3 x 9.3 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,267,068 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book with super illustrations and photos, May 15, 1999

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This review is from: The Ultimate Corkscrew Book (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Hardcover)

This is a great book for the collector or anyone with an interest in the subject of corkscrews. The photos are superior and the authors knowledge is evident in the comments and information presented.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Book. Practically a Work of Art, February 23, 1999

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John Bull ([e-mail] (Connecticut) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Ultimate Corkscrew Book (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Hardcover)

Donald Bull obviously knows his corkscrews. He has assembled a fascinating exposition on corkscrews which delights your eyes as you turn each page. If you thought corkscrews were just for opening bottles, you're wrong. Donald Bull shows you that corkscrews are works of art as well.

The layout is beautiful and his corkscrew erudition is undoubtable. You should get a copy for yourself. A work of art.

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good, December 26, 2011

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Fabrizio - See all my reviews

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This review is from: The Ultimate Corkscrew Book (A Schiffer Book for Collectors) (Hardcover)

A complete book on corkscrews. A must for every single collection. Useful, really useful, the money spent is worth. I suggest you to buy it immediately.