
Iron Crow Bottle Opener
Description:These minimalist bottle openers were designed by Tadahiro Baba, an expert nambu tekki (cast iron) craftsman. Baba brings a modern sensibility to this traditional craft, and his charming abstract crow can stand upright, ready for use at your bar. Open your bottles with the crow's feet and hold onto it by its beak. Each cast iron opener is finished with an urushi (Japanese lacquer) coat for a rich black that helps the iron stay resistant to rust. Over time however, you may see the urushi wear off to reveal a silver-brown patina underneath, which is part of its natural beauty. Variation:The lacquer coating may be uneven in parts to reveal a silver-brown patina underneath. This is part of its natural beauty. History: Nambu Tekki developed as a celebrated Japanese craft in the mid 17th century. Today, this method of cast iron production is still highly popular, valued for its comforting weight, deep black appearance, and resistance to rust. Measurement:4'' L x 1'' W x 2''