English Victorian Folding Boot-Pull Combination Corkscrew Set, Polished Steel, c.1870–1900
An English Victorian folding boot-pull combination set in polished steel. One pivoting, double-ended spine incorporates a solid-worm bottle corkscrew and leather punch; the companion combines a button hook and screwdriver. Each curved boot-pull frame also forms a substantial T-handle when the integrated tool is opened. This mechanically uncommon form belongs to the broader family of folding and combination corkscrews developed during the 19th century.
Both tools appear complete and aligned, with the corkscrew worm, leather punch, button hook and screwdriver present. The polished steel displays scattered oxidation, surface marking and wear consistent with age and use.
SKU: TG 2.1
Circa: 1870–1900.
Provenance: Thomas Guenther Collection, Netherlands.
Measurements:
Corkscrew and leather punch: 12.2 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm; 43 g.
Button hook and screwdriver: 13.7 × 3.5 × 0.8 cm; 45 g.