Brass Bottle Opener - Eclipse

I am NISSHOKU, an eclipse bottle opener. I am a rare sight to see but when I do come into town, it’s a cause for celebration. So grab a bottle of beer and let the party begin! Cheers!

Curator's Notes

This bottle opener has an intriguing shape that elicits a curious response. Along with its useful function, the celestial inspiration behind it makes for a delightful story that adds to this small product’s charm.

Eclipse Bottle Opener was curated by Stevenson Aung

Designer/Maker

Maker: Futagami

Designer: Masanori Oji

Specifications

Dimensions: 2.25” (w) x 3” (l) x 0.25” (h) or 57mm (w) x 76mm (l) x 6mm (h)

Weight: 0.13lbs or 0.06kg

Materials: Brass

Details

• Made in Japan
• Copper acquisition from Toyama Prefecture
• Molding in Takaoka City
• Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc
• Brass products gradually change their color over the course of many years due to oxidization
• A camel colored patina is expected to develop within 5 years
• A russet brown color patina is expected to develop at approximately 30 years
• Casted brass surface
• Engraved Futagami logo