Handcrafted Forged Solid Copper Cubic Twist Bottle Opener – MOUNTAIN ELEMENT

May 28,2024

This bottle opener with a cubic twist is hand forged from a piece of solid copper 9/ 16" square x 4.5" long . The cubic twist created on the handle is made by hand prior to, during and in completion of the forging process. Through the forging process: the opener (copper a non-ferrous metal) is heated to near 1400 degr.
This bottle opener with a cubic twist is hand forged from a piece of solid copper 9/ 16 square x 4.5 long . The cubic twist created on the handle is made by hand prior to, during and in completion of the forging process.

Through the forging process: the opener (copper a non-ferrous metal) is heated to near 1400 degrees Fahrenheit (lower than steel = 1750 degrees due to their differences in melting points) throughout the forging process several times, the handles hand made twist is created by chiseling by hand groves on all four sides then hand sawn in equal spacing on opposing sides, usually next would be the time for any customization or personalization to take place if wanted, the next step is forming the opener circle or opening through slitting, then apply a drift to the slit for the appropriate diameter size of the opening then shaped and form the opener tab that grasps the bottle cap under the crimps, on the last forge heat the handle is twisted to form the cubic twist. After forging opener the finishing and cleaning process begins; wax is then applied to the opener for a protectant. Due to the unique the handle design the opener is easy to grasp off of flat surfaces, the textured wrapping of the handle has a vibrant yet smooth feel to the touch. The opener has a solid and certain feel that only the blacksmith forging process can create!

Care Instructions: Care is simply. When the bottle opener gets wet, towel dry and let sit til completely dry, when completely dry apply a little wax to the opener if needed I use Renaissance Wax. Copper when non waxed and sealed from the environment will develop a beautiful patina over time. Copper can also be kept with polish as you would polish silver. Use a copper compatible polish.

If you would like additional information, personalization or custom made single or multiple items for any occasion, please reach out to me, emails are always welcomed.

All the Best, Jon