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Metrokane V1 World's First Vacuum Decanter

Metrokane V1 World's First Vacuum Decanter

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Brand: Metrokane
Category: Kitchen

List Price: $79.95
Buy New: $59.95
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Avg. Customer Rating: 3.0 out of 5 stars 22 reviews
Sales Rank: 925

Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 6
Dimensions (in): 13 x 7 x 7
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MPN: 6500
Model: 6500
UPC: 022578065007
EAN: 0022578065007
ASIN: B000I7VJZK

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5 out of 5 stars Fantastic Device!   March 15, 2008
 14 out of 15 found this review helpful

So, after reading the reviews of others, I rolled the dice and purchased this. I'm a dopey engineer and just couldn't believe this doesn't work, especially after seeing it advertised in my last Wine Spectator mag.

Yes, the manufacturer should re-author the instructions...

Okay, what is forgotten is this simple item:

After you place the stopper in the flask, (I'm going to paint mine and see if Barbara Eden pops out)and prior to putting the vacuum plunger on the top, you will see a small black pin (for lack of a better term)that you'll eventually pull up to release the vacuum.

Pull it up prior to drawing the vacuum. You will feel a little click.

If you don't, you'll get a great bicep workout.

If you do, you'll get a great vacuum in less than 10 pulls. (not so great a workout)

To release said vacuum, pull that pin again and you will hear the sound of atmospheric pressure returning to your vintage vino. Press the stopper up from one side, then the other and you're home free!

Simple~Enjoy!


1 out of 5 stars Decanter   February 20, 2008
 0 out of 1 found this review helpful

I just bought a Metrokane V1 decanter and it didn't work at all. It claimed to be the world's first vacuum decanter but quess what world...we're still looking for a first. For $70 it was the worst purchase I have ever made from Amazon.


1 out of 5 stars Doesn't Work!   January 29, 2008
I ordered the Metrokane from Amazon and was greatly disappointed. The top does not fit into the decanter well at all, the "seal" that is formed is horrible, and pumping air out doesn't do a thing. In short, this doesnt work!


5 out of 5 stars At last, a sealable decantor!   January 12, 2008
Great for decanting red wines, and then can be sealed for later use.
Packaged carefully--shipped promptly


4 out of 5 stars Great product but poor explanation of operation   January 12, 2008
 14 out of 14 found this review helpful

The problem with the Metrokane is not that it doesn't work. It does work very well. The issue lies in the uninformative user instructions that come with it. I consider myself to be an intuitive person when it comes to problem solving. I have to say that this product took me a few minutes to figure out but when I did, I found that it works very well indeed.
Here how it works:
1) Place the stopper in the decanter
2) Pull the button on top of the stopper all the way up.
3) Use the vacuum pump (about 15-20 pumps) until the guage indicates that it is in the "red zone".
4) This is the very important part. THEN PUSH THE BUTTON BACK DOWN AGAIN! Not doing this allows the vacuum to escape.
5) When you are ready to drink your wine, simply pull the button and the vacuum will release at which point the stopper can easily be removed.

If you want a beautiful crystal decanter then buy a Reidel. If you're looking for a way to decant your wine and safely store it for several days while you enjoy it, then this product works very well.

If you can't figure it out, e-mail me and I'll explain it to you.

Cheers

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