the Le Creuset LM-250 wine opener is a reinterpretation of the original corkscrew model by Herbert Allen, this modern wine opener is unbeatably effective, as the cork can be easily removed with the help of the foil cutter and the lever, the corkscrew is also equipped with a strong non-stick coating that allowing the screw to penetrate through both natural and synthetic corks without damage, remove any foil covering the cork and check that the neck and rim of the bottle are free from chips and cracks, hold the bottle when opening on a firm, level surface, be careful when opening? the tip of the corkscrew is sharp, make sure that the corkscrew is always at right angles on the neck of the bottle before opening the bottle, before using your wine accessory for the first time you should always follow the instructions for your specific model, clean your corkscrew occasionally with a damp cloth or warm soapy water, dry it well after rinsing and store it in a dry place