Is it easy to lose the cork top or is it secured somehow?
2070753
It is secured by the necessary and permanent wire that pulls up over the top easy to push up into place and easy to push down. It is always attached to the bottle so you don't have to worry about losing it. Well made.
2070754
No, it is good. It has a clamp that helps it stay on. No issues with the cork.
2070755
It's not attached per say, but you find yourself closing it immediately so it doesn't get misplaced. I have yet to misplace it myself.
2070756
The cork is not secured but I think its big enough for it not to be lost. I havent had a problem so far.
2070757
No there is a little metal bar that secures the cork on. I've absolutely never had a problem with it coming off or falling out.
2070758
There is a metal clip that keeps the cork in place, it is perfectly secure.
2070759
There is a metal loop that secures the cork. You can see it in the picture a bit; it's what the ribbon is tied to. That secures it very well and it can sometimes be difficult to release the cork.
2070760
The cork top is not affixed to the actual bottle, so if you aren't careful it can get lost during use.
1447955
Synthetic corks are a problem with any wine opener. I find that, due to the lever, on the Brookstone it really pulls them out easier, but some of those things are a BEAR! Saying not to use it on synthetics is probably a disclaimer, because they will eventually stretch any corkscrew of this type, including the electric kind, that has the long, more open spiral, not like the old-school corkscrews, with the two arms , or a wine tool, that have a sturdier, tighter spiral corkscrew. This is why they sell the replacement units that are simple, and inexpensive to replace. The fact is that the lever itself is what makes it easy to remove those buggers! I have a Williams Sonoma one that is very similar that lasted 10 years before I replaced the spiral,, and I use it when I volunteer at my theatre's concession, opening MANY bottles a show, plus fundraisers and concerts and wine tastings as much as 30 nights a year, plus my own use. and there were some of those synthetic corks, that were nearly impossible to remove with anything...I think that is what finally stretched mine. The thing was still useable, but it didn't pull out as smoothly and easily, so I just replaced it, and it works like new. The Brookstone one seems to be a better made piece especially because of the lever handle. The corkscrew pieces themselves are readily available, so I think this opener is a good choice.
912446
It seems very sturdy. It takes very little pressure to insert the needle into corks. Once it's in, 4-5 pumps and the cork starts lifting out. The needle also slides out of corks with ease. This is my favorite wine opener. And for the price you certainly can't go wrong.
1686849
You can take the cork out with this device with only one hand. However to cut the foil off the top of the bottle you will need someone to hold the bottle and another hand to twist the cutter back-and-forth to cut the foil.
620605
I purchased this for my husband and we have used this on several types of corks both long and short. We haven't had any problems at all. It even releases the cork right in your hands. We love it. Hope this helps.
349695
I don't know about the cork because I use the caps which work wonderful. I am sorry I could not be more helpful.
1033864
I'm not sure if it can be opened, I haven't tried. My cork cage isn't close to being full yet. It holds a lot of corks :o)
19495
No, sorry, it's pretty tight, well made for a cork board and not meant to be taken apart.
2041552
I have had corks get stuck inside the unit. It just spins around and around when pushing the button to expel it. However, I finally figured out that if that happens, you just need to insert something in the cylinder to put pressure on the cork while you are pushing the button to expel it. Hope that helps.
2266502
The Cork Pop has a seam at about half the length that twists to remove the cork. Grasp the top and bottom and give them a gentle twist - very easy!
433936
I use the original cork if it is tight and not chewed up by the corkscrew. If you have to force it into place, that's even better. Full disclosure: I don't know what to recommend for long-term storage (more than two or three weeks) or if the original cork is not usable.
272456
Stuck in the machine..hand twist it in the opposite direction, if it won't twist cut until you can break the cork loose. If the cork is stuck in the bottle use the manual cork remover if you don't have one cut it down ( I cut it in a x) then force it in the bottle use a strainer to remove loose cork.
607723
Yes, you do remove the cork from the needle. There is a plastic disk that you push on so you don't have to touch the cork or needle. It took me a minute to figure that out, but it does slide off easily once you get it.
2265476
Absolutely. The idea is to prevent the oxygen from going in with wine. If the cork is tight in its place the top does not matter.
1004592
The top and bottom twist. The part where the needle is turns relative to the part with the logo on it, and the screws push the cork down. Just grip the top and bottom and twist.Mind, I had to take the thing half apart before I figured out how you're supposed to work it, so I'm not sure it was ever in the instructions.
812443
It is not cork, it is stacked leather. There are as many ways to preserve the leather handle as there are for a baseball glove.
289510
The top piece easily detaches, its a held by a magnet. I take it off only on hot days and throw it in the love box. I'm worried it'll mess up the wiring.