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The Argent Silver Ice Press
  • The Argent Silver Ice Press
  • The Argent Silver Ice Press
  • The Argent Silver Ice Press
  • The Argent Silver Ice Press
  • The Argent Silver Ice Press
  • The Argent Silver Ice Press
  • The Argent Silver Ice Press
  • The Argent Silver Ice Press
The Argent Silver Ice Press

The Argent Silver Ice Press

$250,000.00

Introducing the Meltdown Argent Ice Press – the world’s first ice press crafted from 18 pounds of pure .9999 fine silver. 

The Argent was created from the mindset that some objects deserve to exist at their absolute pinnacle. While Meltdown has been handcrafting precision ice presses out of pure copper for years, every component of the Argent is precision-machined and hand-polished from a solid silver billet, transforming one of the world’s most precious metals into the ultimate expression for the luxury home bar. 

Only ten Argent ice presses will be produced each year. 

 

  • Material: .9999 pure silver
  • Weight: 18 lbs
  • Price: $250,000 USD
  • Production: Limited to 10 pieces annually
  • Designed & Built: USA

How it Works

To use Meltdown, simply slide the top off, place the ice cylinder within, and replace the cover. Due to the weight and conduction of the solid copper design, Meltdown begins the ice ball-making process immediately.

As Meltdown forms an ice ball, meltwater is channeled down the sides of the device along four cascading grooves designed into the sidewall.

In one minute (assuming the device is room temperature), you’ll have a pure and beautiful ice sphere that’s ready for your cocktail.

The runoff water is captured in Meltown’s CatchAll™ Base, so you can pour it away before making another ice ball.

.9999 Solid Silver Construction – Pinless Design

Most ice ball presses use pins that guide the cover down the press, but pins present two potential flaws: First, pins can cause “chattering” since ice does not melt uniformly. So, as the top of the press descends, if the pins are not perfectly aligned, they catch on the top of the press. Secondly, if that ice ball press is dropped, the pins are weakened and can also be damaged.

Meltdown features a pinless design with the cover riding in grooves engineered into the base. Our design features three pieces of solid copper with self-guiding grooves assuring alignment to protect your investment.

.9999 Solid Silver Construction – Pinless Design

Frequently Asked Questions

The press makes 2.5 inch diameter ice spheres

It is a matter of preference. Copper will tarnish over time when exposed to oxygen and humid air. Many owners of the Meltdown prefer the authentic tarnished look that comes with age. When you want to restore the shine to new, simply follow the cleaning instructions on this site.

The Meltdown works best when it is at room temperature. When making consecutive ice balls, simply run the entire Meltdown press under warm water for 15-30 seconds. You are now ready to make your next ice ball.

Yes, you can pre-make and freeze ice balls from your Meltdown ice ball press, so they’re ready whenever you need them.

This may occasionally occur if you leave the Meltdown cover in place after the ice ball has been formed because melted water can produce a vacuum seal. But thanks to the vents in Meltdown covers, you can avoid “lockup” by removing the cover as soon as it completes its descent and reaches the drain base.

Each Mogul is custom-made by American craftsmen from solid, high-end copper, requiring a three-hour process. They are also created in limited quantities (not mass-produced like other products) so the quality is impeccable, and the copper will last a lifetime.

Made from 99.8% solid copper, American-made Meltdown makes exquisite ice balls. Copper is 1.7 times more conductive than aluminum and three times heavier, so when you use Meltdown, the extreme conductivity and weight of the solid copper press effortlessly melts and molds the ice. The pinless design means there’s nothing to break.

Distilled and “purified “ water (produced through reverse osmosis) can actually deliver substandard results. Our recommendation is to try using your tap water first. If that doesn’t create the clarity or taste you desire, we suggest bottled spring water, available at most grocery and convenience stores.

Pour tap water or bottled spring water into the Vamoose to the fill line and then place it in the freezer. When ready to make your ice ball, remove the ice from the Vamoose device and the silicone clarity cup. Let it sit for 3–5 minutes, allowing the ice to acclimate before placing it into the Meltdown. The ice will become a little wet on the outside, which prevents thermal shock that can cause fractures in the surface of the ice ball. For best results, use the ice ball within 24 hours of freezing and tongs to transfer it from the Vamoose to the Meltdown press.

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