Antique Thompson Corkscrew

Take a step back in time with this genuine Georgian artefact, created purely for the refined enjoyment of wine. Among the most sophisticated and highly collected corkscrews, this example features the double-action system patented in 1802 by Sir Edward Thomason (1769–1849).

Designed to reduce physical effort, the ingenious twin-screw mechanism allows the cork to be extracted smoothly by continuously turning in the same direction. This gentle action opens the bottle without disturbing its contents, reflecting the remarkable precision engineering and forward-thinking design of the Georgian period.

Key Features

✅ Genuine Georgian corkscrew
✅ Double-action system patented 1802
✅ Invented by Sir Edward Thomason (1769–1849)
✅ Twin-screw mechanism for effortless cork extraction
✅ Continuous turning in one direction
✅ Gentle operation to preserve wine and sediment
✅ Screw operated via a bone handle
✅ Precision-engineered construction
✅ Highly advanced and innovative for its time
✅ Among the most sophisticated and collectible early corkscrews

A remarkable and historically important wine accessory — prized by collectors of Georgian antiques, early corkscrews, and scientific instruments of the period.