A.R. Wentworth 4oz Oval Flask - Pewter

Pewter possesses a unique combination of qualities. It retains its sheen, is hardwearing and is incredibly flexible to work with, making it the ideal material for developing and crafting new designs. It’s therefore no surprise that pewter has been in continuous use since the Bronze Age and is one of the world’s oldest manufacturing industries.

Originally made of pure tin with the addition of some lead, today’s pewter is completely free of lead. In addition to containing pure tin, small amounts of antimony (to add to lustre) and copper (for strength) are also used.

The A.R. Wentworth touchmarks appear on every flask (with the exception of the hammered flasks due to their design) and are your guarantee of authenticity, quality and craftsmanship.

They consist of four or five symbols with the following meaning: 

• ARW – the initials of our founder, Arthur Richard Wentworth, who founded the company in 1949.
• 92 – the minimum percentage of tin, the fourth most precious metal.
• EPU – our European Pewter Union membership. (Round flask only)
• ABPC – the Association of British Pewter Craftsmen mark.
• The two sheaves of arrows are part of the City of Sheffield’s coat of arms.

Please note the round flask is the only flask with the EPU touch mark.

1. Thoroughly wash inside using a solution of clean, warm water and several drops of liquid dish detergent and then rinse thoroughly with clean water before first use.
2. Before first use, fill the flask with plain water, screw the top down hard and shake vigorously to ensure the flask is water tight, before filling with spirit. All our
   flasks are water tested before despatch, but occasionally, damage has been known to occur in transit.
3. Always keep your flask clean on the outside, and when you have used one filling of spirit, clean the inside of the flask as mentioned in (1), for hygienic reasons.
4. Spirit can be retained in the flask as long as you require and the quality will be maintained as if it had been in a glass bottle.
5. Pewter spirit flasks are not suitable for use with soda water or carbonated drinks.
6. Not suitable for use in a dishwasher.
7. Pewterware has a low melting point and should not be used in conjunction with any type of stove or heat source, otherwise serious damage will occur.

A.R. Wentworth Pewter is a hallmark of quality, heritage and craftsmanship. Each of their products have been lovingly handcrafted, one piece at a time, at their works in Sheffield, UK, the heart of the metalwork industry.

A family-owned business, A.R. Wentworth is run by Maggie, Richard and Jayne Abdy, all with pewter-smithing in their blood. Jayne is the lead designer; she trained in metalwork design in the City of Sheffield and follows in the footsteps of skilled pewter craftsman, Arthur Richard Wentworth, who founded Wentworth Pewter in 1949.

We ship with USPS and UPS depending on the destination. Every service we provide comes with tracking and up to $200.00 of insurance.

Complimentary Shipping (Domestic Only):

• USPS Ground Advantage is complimentary on orders over $100.00.
• USPS Priority Mail is complimentary on orders over $200.00.

Most items will ship within two business days (Monday to Friday, excluding holidays), though we often get orders out the same day if placed by 12 PM Pacific time. We do our best to ship on Saturdays, as well, whenever possible.

Please note: posters may ship separately from other items, but they'll be dispatched at the same time. Photographs will ship within two weeks.

Shipping Costs:

Shipping costs are non-refundable and are automatically calculated at checkout. Rates can vary based on several factors, including location, weight, dimensions, and shipping method. We offer various shipping options tailored to your needs for speed and affordability, and we do not profit from shipping. You are charged only what the carrier charges.

Depending on shipping rates, your package may be upgraded to a better service at no additional cost to you. Occasionally, for larger orders, we will include signature confirmation free of charge as a deterrent against theft.

For our full shipping policy, please see shipping policies.

Returns are accepted within 30 days of receipt of your order, provided the merchandise is in its original, unused condition and includes the original packaging. Unfortunately, returns received after the 30-day period will not be accepted.*

Exceptions:

• Lighters: We cannot accept returns for lighters that have been filled with fluid.
• Brass/Copper Products: Items that have had their vacuum seal opened or have been handled and exposed to oxidation are considered used and are not eligible for return.

If the return is due to our shipping error or a defective product, we will refund the non-expedited shipping costs of the return. Otherwise, return shipping costs are non-refundable.

For our full return policy, please see return policies.