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Giant Heeley “A1” Double Lever Corkscrew C.1900, 16.2cm, 257g
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Giant Heeley “A1” Double Lever Corkscrew C.1900, 16.2cm, 257g

1900 - 1920
Sold 31 August 2025 · Gillers Antiques Ltd
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A rare and impressive English giant “A1” double lever corkscrew by James Heeley & Sons, Birmingham, circa 1900.

Height: 16.2 cm. Width (open): 26.7 cm. Weight: 257 g.

Original untouched patina, robust construction, no repairs or damage. The mechanism works perfectly, and the oversized form makes this piece highly desirable for collectors and as a decorative bar accessory.

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Double Lever Corkscrew to the 1900s.

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A rare and impressive English giant “A1” double lever corkscrew by James Heeley & Sons, Birmingham, circa 1900.

Height: 16.2 cm. Width (open): 26.7 cm. Weight: 257 g.

Original untouched patina, robust construction, no repairs or damage.

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The mechanism works perfectly, and the oversized form makes this piece highly desirable for collectors and as a decorative bar accessory.
Gillers Antiques Ltd
fig 1. An antique double lever corkscrew made of dark patinated metal with a central twisting screw and two hinged side arms.
fig 1. Giant Heeley “A1” Double Lever Corkscrew C.1900, 16.2cm, 257g

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Antique Double Lever Corkscrew to the 1900s.

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Archive I An antique double lever corkscrew made of dark patinated metal with a central twisting screw and two hinged side arms. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Giant Heeley “A1” Double Lever Corkscrew C.1900, 16.2cm, 257g

Archive II An antique double lever corkscrew made of dark patinated metal with a central twisting screw and two hinged side arms. View II
Archive III An antique double lever corkscrew made of dark patinated metal with a central twisting screw and two hinged side arms. View III
Archive IV An antique double lever corkscrew made of dark patinated metal with a central twisting screw and two hinged side arms. View IV
Archive V An antique double lever corkscrew made of dark patinated metal with a central twisting screw and two hinged side arms. View V
Archive VI An antique double lever corkscrew made of dark patinated metal with a central twisting screw and two hinged side arms. View VI
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An antique double lever corkscrew made of dark patinated metal with a central twisting screw and two hinged side arms.
Giant Heeley “A1” Double Lever Corkscrew c.1900, 16.2cm, 257g
Ref: SA1154279
An antique double lever corkscrew made of dark patinated metal with a central twisting screw and two hinged side arms.
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  • Object[Barware]
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • Style[Industrial]
  • Material[Cast Iron, Brass]
  • Colour[Brown]
  • MotifsHinged side levers, Embossed maker lettering, Spiral worm

FAQs

A double lever corkscrew is a mechanical wine opener featuring two side levers that raise as the worm is driven into the cork, which are then pushed down to extract the cork with minimal effort. James Heeley & Sons patented the famous A1 model in the late 19th century, revolutionising bottle opening.

Early mechanical corkscrews were predominantly constructed from forged iron, brass, steel, and occasionally incorporated wooden or bone handles. The metals were often left with a natural finish, bronze-plated, or nickel-plated to prevent corrosion.

Authentic pieces typically feature makers stamps such as James Heeley & Sons and A1 Double Lever embossed directly into the metal frame or top handle. Genuine examples also exhibit period-appropriate casting marks, honest wear, and patination consistent with late 19th or early 20th-century manufacturing methods.

An antique corkscrew can be styled as an object of curiosity on a bar cart, mounted in a shadow box frame, or placed on a bookshelf alongside vintage glassware. Its sculptural metal form bridges industrial and traditional aesthetics effectively.

Antique metal items should be kept dry and dusted gently with a soft, dry cloth to preserve the original patina and oxidisation. Avoid using harsh chemical polishes or abrasive cleaners, which can strip away historic surface finishes and makers marks.
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