I was a skeptic. I'm an old school cork-screw user...I collect them from wine shops in Italy and they have never failed me. However, as a challenge, I ordered this cork remover. My stepson was the first to use it and it worked as promised. So, if you are not comfortable with a cork-screw....this is the next best thing. I like that the "business end" is well protected...no accidental skin punctures..and the cork comes out very easily. I can see a real value if you are faced with an old, ...