Designed for Le Creusets original lever-style corkscrew, this replacement screw installs easily and maintains proper function after the original screw begins to wear. The units Teflon-coated exterior glides effortlessly through even stubborn, dry, brittle, and fragile corks--making it an ideal choice when enjoying aged and vintage wines with friends and dinner guests. Furthermore, its shorter-than-standard length protects against piercing the bottom of the cork, which prevents cork fragments from marring the wine. A smart implement for frequent hosts and entertainers to keep on hand, the screw eliminates last-minute scrambles when preparing for large or small cocktail parties, holiday events, and other gatherings. Best of all, it provides up to 2,000 bottle openings before requiring replacement--which means a smoothly and efficiently functioning corkscrew from one occasion to the next. Crafted from high-quality materials, the replacement screw measures approximately 1 by 1 by 4-1/2 inches.