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I ordered this shaker with the greatest anticipation -- how nice to have a large shaker, with pleasant style, and a built-in strainer to boot. Three broken (and costly) martini glasses later (the last of which occurred 3 minutes ago), I've tossed it into the trash. It's interesting that others have said the fittings were too tight. I might agree that the cap is too tight, but the connection of the top and the base is way too loose, setting up knee-slappingly funny moments where the shaker's top comes off mid-pour, not only shattering said glass into at least 3 dozen pieces of varying sizes, but also setting free the Quite Expensive Liquors, loads of ice, and the shaker's top and cap, which distribute themselves all over Creation. (Several choice words were broadcast all over Creation each time as well.) Sure, one should hold tight to the top, grasping it with all one's might, to ensure such an unfortunate scene isn't played out. But, hey, the thing's cold, my martini glass is thirsty, and after combining ingredients, preparing the glass, and shaking the cocktail with gusto, that final moment of pouring -- simply, POURING -- shouldn't involve so much compensating for the poor engineering. Maybe it's TOO large. Maybe it's TOO heavy. These seemed like good attributes at first, but I think it's time for a smaller, lighter shaker, or two glasses of different sizes to act as one. Beware this heavy-duty Big Boy -- it's eyeing your finest glassware and silently plotting!
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Solid construction, does what it is supposed to do. Very sleek looking and makes a great gift.
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I have owned this shaker for a few years and LOVE IT! I also give it to friends as a housewarming present, so I've spread the word many times over. In fact, people now know that if I'm invited to a housewarming, they're going to get this as a gift.
The design is simple and elegant, just like the cocktails that come out of it. Doesn't show fingerprints or scratches, and I use it frequently (cheers!) so it's not just sitting on a shelf looking good.
As for the comments that it's hard to get the shaker top off, yes and no. As you shake it, it does chill down a lot, and of course the metal tends to contract and tighten. My solution? Twist off the cap, which releases the pressure inside, put the cap back on and give it a quick push! The pressure slightly pops up the shaker lid and people are further impressed with your bartender skills. Lots of oooohs and ahhhhs.
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It's sleek looking & a great entertaining size. Very attractive & modern. But, unlike the other reviews, I find this shaker spills alot from the body slot. It also leaves rings on furniture if any liquid is inside because there is no slip-mat attached to the bottom. Personally, I feel it's very over-priced when considering the down-sides. Honestly, I would not buy again... the cheaper versions are just as good. Try one of them first...
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When I first took the shaker out, it was a little bigger than I expected. But I quickly realized this is a good size for 2-4 martinis. I use it all time. It becomes very cold on the outside when you shake it but I guess that's the trade-off for the cool sleek look. Love the polished silver! It's also very easy to clean.
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