Recycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener

kitchen & bar kitchen tools bottle openers & stoppers

Recycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener

Crack a cold one with this bottle opener, made from a vintage wooden tennis racket.
created by

Ward Wallau

$65.00

Ward Wallau created by

Ward Wallau

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Love. Set. Cheers.

Head to the clubhouse for drinks, with a bottle opener handmade from a vintage wooden tennis racquet. Interesting and unique with wonderful textures and details, this bottle opener is perfect for preps and sports nuts alike. Created by designer Ward Wallau. Made in USA and Hong Kong.

Due to the recycled and handmade nature of this item, each is unique and will vary.

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Made in California

Ward Wallau

created by

Ward Wallau

location

California

Disappointed when the MTA filled in the "Y" cutout of their classic subway tokens, Ward Wallau was inspired to find a fun way to incorporate the unaltered tokens into cufflinks. He wanted to prove to the MTA that the original tokens were worthy of celebrating and repurposing and, after 11 years of "no," Ward became the first licensee of the New York City MTA. Since that time, this "authenticity hound," has assembled and grew his team of artisans, production staff, and authenticators in Berkeley, California, where they re-imagine nostalgic artifacts as unique gifts that tell a story. Ward loves breathing new life into things that already exist, be it letterpress blocks, a wooden seat from Wrigley Field, or a bat broken at a Major League baseball game. "This business is ever-challenging, dynamic, and satisfying," he says. "It's not a good day if you don't learn something new!"

Handmade Recycled Made in the USA
Made from
metal, wood, polypropylene
Measurements
8.5" L
Care
Wipe clean with a damp cloth and dry immediately.
Item ID
18018

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Most of our items are in stock and will ship quickly. Orders for in-stock items placed before 5pm ET Monday through Friday, excluding Federal holidays, will ship:
Economy shipping:
within 8 days, arriving no later than the 9th business day after the order was placed.
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within 4 days, arriving 5 business days after the order was placed.
Preferred shipping:
within 2 days, arriving 3 business days after the order was placed.
Expedited shipping:
within 1 day, arriving 2 business days after the order was placed.
Express shipping:
will ship the same day and arrive 1 business day later.

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UncommonGoodsRecycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener
 
4.3

(based on 9 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

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    (0)

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable materials (7)
  • Easy to use (7)
  • Ergonomic grip (6)
  • Fast (5)
  • Unique (3)

Cons

No Cons

Best Uses

  • Bar (7)
  • Kitchen (5)
  • Gifts (4)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Frequent entertainer (6), Practical (3)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • Yes (6)

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9/24/2015
 
5.0

Outstanding Product

By 

from Morgantown, WV

About Me Frequent Entertainer

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Classy
  • Creative
  • Durable Materials
  • Easy To Use

Cons

  • Difficult To Clean

Best Uses

  • Cans
  • Gifts
  • In The Kitchen

Comments about UncommonGoods Recycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener:

My husband plays tennis, and this is a perfect product that is so classy and extremely great material

  • Was this a gift?:
  • Yes
  • For what occasion did you purchase this product?:
  • Anniversary

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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8/2/2015
 
5.0

Dad loves it!

By 

from FL

About Me Practical

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy To Use

Cons

    Best Uses

    • At The Bar

    Comments about UncommonGoods Recycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener:

    A tad expensive but splurged and dad was very happy with its unique design. Great gift for the tennis fan that has everything.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • Yes
    • For what occasion did you purchase this product?:
    • Father’s Day

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    5/3/2014
     
    3.0

    Great looking bottle opener

    By 

    from New Orleans, LA

    About Me Frequent Entertainer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Durable Materials
    • Easy To Use
    • Ergonomic Grip
    • Quick

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • At The Bar
      • Gifts
      • In The Kitchen

      Comments about UncommonGoods Recycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener:

      I have purchased both the baseball bat bottle opener as a birthday gift for my boyfriend and the tennis racquet bottle opener as a father's day gift for my dad. Both have been huge hits and are often commented on by guests!

      Service and delivery comments:

      The first time I ordered the tennis racquet bottle opener, I received a women's racquet. I returned it and requested a mens racquet the second time.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes
      • For what occasion did you purchase this product?:
      • Father’s Day

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      1/8/2013
       
      4.0

      Great unique product for guys

      By 

      from New York, NY

      About Me Practical

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Durable Materials
      • Easy To Use
      • Ergonomic Grip
      • Quick
      • Unavailable Elsewhere
      • Unique

      Cons

      • Not Gender Specific

      Best Uses

      • At The Bar
      • In The Kitchen

      Comments about UncommonGoods Recycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener:

      This is a great gift for any tennis/sports fans and really anyone that drinks beer. I've owned one for years and was relieved to find them quick and easy to order when buying a gift for my groomsmen that would remind them of me (tennis nut) and yet be practical so it receives usage. Only downside is that you may receive a women's racquet, but that was only one of three I ordered and it wasn't overtly so.

      Service and delivery comments:

      Quick delivery, even around Christmas.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes
      • For what occasion did you purchase this product?:
      • Wedding

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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      12/28/2010

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      OK if you're a girl

      By 

      from Oklahoma City

      About Me Frequent Entertainer

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Durable Materials
      • Ergonomic Grip

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • At The Bar

        Comments about UncommonGoods Recycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener:

        If you're a tennis fan, it's a fun gift and a great conversation piece. Unfortunately, you can't pick the design and you are likely to get one endorsing a female player with a more feminine look. Not what most men would be happy to use sitting around drinking beer with their friends.

        Service and delivery comments:

        The tennis racquet bottle opener was intended for my husband. The first one I received was a Chris Evert "Miss Chris" styled racquet which I knew he would not like. Since obviously each racquet is a one-of-a-kind and you get what you get, I couldn't blame Uncommon Goods for not reading my mind. I returned it and explained in the "reason for return" section it would be embarrassing for a man to use and could they possibly send me another more like represented in the picture. When I got the second one, just in time for Christmas, it turned out to be another Chris Evert racquet. I wish your staff would read the reason for an exchange, but maybe it's all you've got left. I'll just return it this time. Thanks anyway.

        Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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        12/18/2010

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        Great-but might be gender specific

        By 

        from Boston, MA

        About Me Frequent Entertainer, Stylish

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Durable Materials
        • Easy To Use
        • Ergonomic Grip
        • Quick
        • Unique

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • At The Bar
          • Gifts
          • In The Kitchen

          Comments about UncommonGoods Recycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener:

          You can't choose what type of racquet it's made from. First one I bought as a gift was perfect, made from a generic older Wilson model. Second one I bought (for male tennis pro) was the "Chris Evert American Star" model - and you just can't give that to a guy. It even looked girly. I called and asked if they had ANY other racquet handles and was told no, so I had to return it.
          Can only recommend with warning.

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          Merchant response:Our apologies that we did not have an appropriate version of this item to send you. Please know that we can normally accommodate requests such as this. At the moment we had limited stock of this particular item.

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          6/22/2010
           
          5.0

          Perfect gift for a tennis fan

          By 

          from Long Beach, CA

          About Me Frequent Entertainer, Practical

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Durable Materials
          • Easy To Use
          • Ergonomic Grip
          • Quick

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • At The Bar
            • Gifts
            • In The Kitchen

            Comments about UncommonGoods Recycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener:

            I bought this as a Father's Day gift for my husband, who is a tennis fan. He loved it and said it was the best gift he's ever received. The construction is solid, and the quality is amazing.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • Yes

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            5/16/2010
             
            5.0

            Fabulous Idea for Wood Tennis Racquets

            By 

            from Winter Park, FL

            About Me Discerning

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Clever conversation piece
            • Durable Materials
            • Easy To Use
            • Ergonomic Grip
            • Quick

            Cons

            • none

            Best Uses

            • At The Bar
            • Tennis events

            Comments about UncommonGoods Recycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener:

            Great idea; clever usage; neat conversation piece. Best use of old wood tennis racquets ever!

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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            6/23/2009
             
            5.0

            Great gift idea for tennis fan

            By 

            from Toluca Lake, CA

            About Me Frequent Entertainer, Stylish

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Attractive Design
            • Nice Weight
            • Unique

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Decorative

              Comments about UncommonGoods Recycled Tennis Racquet Bottle Opener:

              Great gift idea for tennis fans. Heavy, quality bottle opener that is both practical and a fun novelty item for the bar

              • Was this a gift?:
              • Yes

              Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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