Until I got one of these for my birthday, I never thought opening wine was a problem. I always trusted in my "waiter's friend" and just figured a few broken corks or chipped bottles were part of the process. This thing, although it appears complicated, makes opening wine so simple and easy, you'll want to start your own cellar. The seal-cutter is mighty handy, too; no more danger of cut fingers or lead poisoning from using a knife. A kitchen gadget that's actually useful, and encourages the consumption of alcohol: a win-win situation.