{"product_id":"vintage-cast-iron-figural-bottle-opener","title":"Vintage Cast Iron Figural Bottle Opener | painted novelty barware","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eThis vintage cast iron figural bottle opener brings plenty of character to a bar cart or breweriana collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"843\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003ePainted in a worn blue finish with red accents, it has a whimsical, novelty look and doubles as both a functional opener and an eye-catching display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eDetails\u003cbr data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1142\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003e• Era: vintage, likely mid-20th century\u003cbr data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1184\"\u003e• Item type: figural bottle opener\u003cbr data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003e• Material: cast iron\u003cbr data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003e• Color: blue with red painted accents and dark aged metal showing through\u003cbr data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e• Measurements: 6 inches long, 2 inches wide at the widest point, 1\/4 inch thick\u003cbr data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1405\"\u003e• Style: novelty barware, breweriana collectible, whimsical character design\u003cbr data-start=\"1481\" data-end=\"1484\"\u003e• Design note: bottle opens using the mouth area\u003cbr data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1535\"\u003e• Use: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-barware-breweriana\" title=\"barware\"\u003ebar cart decor, wall display, breweriana collection\u003c\/a\u003e, novelty gift, functional opener\u003cbr data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003e• Theme: character \/ figural form often described in the collector market as a “hobo” bottle opener\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1730\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003eCondition Grade: Good\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1924\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1764\" data-end=\"1767\"\u003e• Solid cast iron construction\u003cbr data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003e• Strong display appeal with aged paint and character wear\u003cbr data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e• Functional form that works well as both decor and collectible\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"2196\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003e• Noticeable paint loss, surface wear, oxidation, and finish variation throughout\u003cbr data-start=\"2023\" data-end=\"2026\"\u003e• Red accents show wear and uneven loss\u003cbr data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2068\"\u003e• Age-related rubbing and darkening to raised areas and edges\u003cbr data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2132\"\u003e• Sold as pictured with vintage wear consistent with use and age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2198\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003eSee all photos for detail — sold as pictured.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2268\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Grade Key\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003eNear Fine — minimal wear; clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003eVery Good — light wear; clean; minor flaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2381\"\u003eGood — noticeable wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003eFair — heavy wear; complete but worn; priced accordingly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003eCollector's Notes\u003cbr data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2443\" data-end=\"2699\"\u003eFigural cast iron bottle openers are favorites with breweriana collectors because they cross over into barware, novelty metalware, and folk-style display pieces. This one has the kind of honest wear that gives it real shelf personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2814\"\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2713\" data-end=\"2716\"\u003eIt is the kind of small vintage piece that makes a bar setup feel collected rather than decorated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (no surprises)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48418289549567,"sku":"C2-T12-2620","price":33.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/vintage-cast-iron-figural-bottle-opener.jpg?v=1776808297","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/vintage-cast-iron-figural-bottle-opener","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}