Cork extraction is easy and quick. Reinsertion on those rare occasions when there is some wine left over is easy too.

After purchasing at least 10 different openers, this one was the only on easy enough for my mom to use. She loved the gift!

My husband was thrilled with this vertical rabbit. It is so easy to use and the cork ejects so easily that he wants to open more wine than can be consumed! Would highly recommend this product.

This corkscrew is very smooth and pulls the cork right out without muscle. I am hoping that it will last longer than 2 years, which seems to be the breaking point for other manufacturers products.

Struggling with corkscrews can be a hassle. Sometimes they work, and sometimes they don’t. The Rabbit is amazing. Just push the lever, then raise it. Out pops the cork. One more push and the cork is ejected. I bought this after the bottle opener I was using stripped its gears. My cousin was visiting, and after one demonstration, said “I have to have one of those!” This item is heavy and durable, and comes in a case with extra corkscrew. It is the ultimate answer to the problem of mutilated corks and unhappy hosts.

Not long ago I wrote a review of the Screwpull Revolutionary New Lever Pull. I’ve since also acquired a Metrokane Vertical Rabbit and I’m so happy with it that I feel compelled to write a review on it as well.

While the Screwpull is lovely and sculptural, the Metrokane is sexy and fun. The former is priced from $130 to $150 on Amazon, and the latter is $50 to $60. Each comes with a foil cutter, but the Metrokane also comes with a replacement screw. The Screwpull arrives in a very attractive leather presentation case which would look good anywhere, whereas the Metrokane arrives in a hinged plastic container which you could probably throw away. The taller and more angular Screwpull seems to be largely made of metal and has a noticable heft; the Metrokane handle is made of metal, but the body is plastic. It doesn’t feel nearly as substanial as the Screwpull, but I don’t find that to be a problem. Both pullers stand upright and would look fine perched on a table or sideboard.

As of this writing, the taller and more angular Screwpull seems to be offered only in satin with black accents, and the curvy Metrokane in black, gunmetal gray, and the one I bought, candy apple red. The Vertial Rabbit, true to its name, has a hint of an eye on either side so when looked at in profile, it gives the appearance of a rabbit. I probably should deduct a star for too much cuteness, but that’s part of the fun of the Rabbit.

The operation of the two is somewhat different. The base of the Screwpull ia sprung open and must be squeezed to hold it onto the bottle. The lever is then thrown more than 180 degrees to pierce the cork, and then brought back the same amoount to remove it from the bottle. The cork is removed from the device by throwing the lever back and forth once more. Simple, fluid, magical.

Rather than being held open, the Metrokane base is held closed by a spring. Not a big deal. In contrast to the Screwpull, the lever is pulled up (or cocked) before placing it over the neck of the bottle. The throw, however, is engineered to be only 90 degrees versus the Screwpulls 180+ degrees. and falls into place at each end of the throw with a satisfying “clunk”. The removal of the cork from the bottle and from the device is the same as with the Screwpull.

For some reason, I find it a little easier to remember to remove the cork from the Metrokane. It may be because when it is removed from the bottle, the handle is in the cocked position and it’s obvious the process isn’t yet complete.

Which is the better choice? I’m delighted with both for entirely different reasons and use them interchangably. I can’t comment on longevity since neither has given a hint of trouble. I don’t consider either easier to use, although it could be argued that the Metrokane with less than half the throw of the Screwpull might be easier, plus I really think I’m more likely to remember to remove the cork afterward with it. The Screwpull with its elegance, metal construction, heft, and presentation box would perhaps be the better choice for an impressive gift; whereas the Metrokane at 1/2 to 1/3 the price and with an extra screw is far and away the better value. Choose either one and you’ll be happy.

I got these corkscrews for my groomsmen. They make great gifts and are much easier to store and use than the previous rabbit corkscrews which have the two extra arms you need to deal with.

I HIGHLY recommend buying these from “The Wine Barn” here on Amazon. They have the best prices and their service/employees are top-notch. They deserve your business. ( no, i do not work for them )

This item is well built and sturdy. It is easier to use than the first generation mechanical type…which I thought would last me my lifetime and which eventually wore done in a number of places…aaargh…This one is sleek and fits better in your drawer…and does the JOB!

Tom

I bought this for my husband for Christmas. He really loves the speed and ease of removing the corks. I was hesitant after reading the one review that stated theirs had only worked for two months, hence the title of this review.

If it keeps working this great, I’ll recommend the Rabbit to everyone!

I purchased this for my father as a gift. He likes it so much he shows all his guests how easy opening a bottle of wine is now. I think I might buy one for my house as well.