Let’s be honest, fellow geeks of GeekExtreme: We spend hundreds of dollars on noise-canceling headphones, thousands on GPU upgrades, and hours debate-lord-ing the physics of light speed. But sometimes, text-book technology isn’t about circuits; it’s about mechanical engineering and portability.
Enter the 2 oz Stainless Steel Collapsible Shot Glass.
At first glance, it looks like a spare part from a T-800 Endoskeleton or perhaps a very shiny landmine for a game of Warhammer 40k. But at $12.00, this might be the most essential piece of kit for your next Convention, Renaissance Faire, or late-night D&D campaign.
Here is the GeekExtreme deep dive.
Key Takeaways
Stealth Form Factor: Collapses down to 0.8 inches (19mm)—thinner than most gaming laptops and fits easily in a coin pocket.
Heavy Metal Build: Made from stainless steel, making it drop-proof, crush-resistant, and significantly more durable than plastic convention swag.
“Potion” Capacity: Holds a full 2 oz (double shot) when expanded, secured by a satisfying telescoping friction-lock mechanism.
Thermal Warning: It is single-wall metal with high thermal conductivity—do not use for hot coffee unless you want 1d4 fire damage to your fingers.
Budget Loot: At $12.00, it offers high-end tactical aesthetics for less than the price of a standard micro-transaction skin.
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The Form Factor: Smaller Than a Hit Die
The specs here are impressive for a analog device. When in “Stealth Mode” (collapsed), this unit clocks in at a measly 0.8 inches (19 mm) in height. To put that in perspective, that is thinner than your average gaming laptop. It has a 2-inch diameter, meaning it occupies roughly the same footprint as a standard POG slammer (remember those?).
Weighing in at 2.1 oz (60g), it adds negligible weight to your convention lanyard or utility belt. I threw it in the quintessential “useless” fifth pocket of my jeans, and I honestly forgot it was there until it was time to deploy.
The Deployment (The “Transformer” Moment)
The user interface is intuitive: pull up, twist to lock.
There is a visceral satisfaction to the telescoping mechanism. The stainless steel rings slide against each other with a distinct shing sound that feels very “shiny and chrome.” It feels less like opening a cup and more like deploying a high-tech turret.
Once expanded, it holds 2 oz of liquid. For the uninitiated, that is a double shot. Whether you are drinking a healing potion (Red Bull), a mana potion (Blue Curacao), or actual poison (Malort), the capacity is sufficient.
Build Quality & Integrity
The product description claims it is “carefully crafted to stay sturdy while open for no spills,” which is usually marketing speak for “it might collapse on your fingers.”
However, in my stress tests, the friction-lock held up surprising well. I wouldn’t slam it down on the table like a Viking after a raid, but for standard social sipping, the structural integrity holds. It’s made of stainless steel, so unlike the cheap plastic loot you get in grab bags, this thing can take a hit. It’s drop-proof, crush-resistant, and essentially impervious to rust.
The Customization (The “Skin” Store)
Here is where it gets fun. The shop offers personalization. You can laser-etch your Clan tag, your Guild crest, or your gamertag right onto the lid.
Note on TOS: The site explicitly states “Any order with profane content… is subject to cancellation.” So, keep it PG-13, folks. You can’t engrave the curse words you scream when you lose in Elden Ring, but you can certainly engrave “Player 1” or distinct coordinates to your secret base.
The Verdict
PROS:
- Ultimate Portability: Fits in a coin pocket.
- Aesthetic: sleek, industrial, sci-fi vibes.
- Durability: It’s steel. It will outlive us all.
- Price: $12 is the price of a micro-transaction skin; this is physical loot.
CONS:
- Thermal Conductivity: It’s single-wall metal. If you put hot espresso in this, you will burn your fingers. Cold liquids only, friends.
- Cleaning: The telescoping rings can be tricky to clean if you let sticky soda dry in the crevices. Rinse immediately after the raid.
TL;DR:
The Collapsible Shot Glass is the EDC item you didn’t know you needed. Whether you are camping in the actual woods or just trying to survive the hotel room parties at Comic-Con, this is a gadget that marries old-school mechanics with modern convenience. It’s compact, it’s shiny, and it works.
GeekExtreme Score: 9/10 Critical Hit.
Add to Cart? Yes.
