SECOND QUALITY
Perfectly imperfect, and proud of it. Free-flowing lines shaped by the glassblower’s breath and hands in a single, unrepeatable moment. Light it from within and watch it come alive.
Seconds are structurally sound and functional, but may include bubbles, surface marks, or a slight wobble from the handmade process. Appearance may vary from the image shown.
Handmade in the USA
Guaranteed to arrive safely
Made of natural materials
Durable enough for daily use
The unpredictability is the feature, not a flaw. Burlington’s freehand quality gives it a warmth and spontaneity that more geometric designs can’t touch. Every variation is a signature. Smaller sizes tuck beautifully into a shelf or windowsill; larger ones earn their place as a centerpiece. Works beautifully grouped in threes or standing alone. The kind of piece that makes a room feel lived in and loved.
Please note: Seconds are structurally sound and functional, but may include bubbles, surface marks, or a slight wobble from the handmade process. Appearance may vary from the image shown.
Seconds are final sale and excluded from gift wrapping.
What Makes a Second?
Lines or impressions left by molds and hand tools—visible traces of the process that shapes each piece.
Gentle differences in shape or proportion, including uneven rims or dimensions beyond our usual tolerances.
Occasional larger bubbles or clustered air pockets captured during the molten process.
Swirls or fragments of unmelted materials from the furnace environment.
This 2nd is nice and straight and sits flat. The flaws (that I could find) included a couple tiny bubbles in the glass on the lower part. I placed the hurricane with those toward the back. The glass just beams with a lit candle in it. I'm so happy the opening at the top is large enough to get my hand inside to clean it.
I purchased two of these to add to my Christmas mantle decor. So beautiful and classy. The hurricanes are beautifully made, and while they might be labeled as ‘seconds’, I did not notice any obvious flaws so to speak.
This is my 3rd purchase of the Burlington Hurricanes 2nds and they ha ve all been perfect . Love Simon Pearce items.
We purchased the large Burlington hurricane while visiting Stowe, Vermont and loved it. When it arrived to our home we quickly realized we needed all three sizes. We purchased the medium and small as “seconds”. We cannot notice the difference which speaks to the quality and scrutiny of the Simon Pearce products. We are very pleased with our purchase and we also have a great memory of our trip to Stowe.
Very disappointed in the large Burlington hurricane. I ordered from the store and was told the imperfections were not noticeable, unfortunately there was a large visible raised bubble in the center of the hurricane, very disappointed. I intended to give it as a gift, which I cannot do.
Seconds are fully functional pieces that don’t meet our strict visual standards. Because every item is made by hand, small variations naturally occur throughout the making process. Some seconds reflect the learning curve of new artisans or the refinement of a new design, while others simply fall outside our tolerance guidelines. When this happens, the piece is designated as a second and offered at a reduced price.
Seconds are typically offered at 10%–30% off the original price, depending on the piece.
Seconds may include subtle differences in shape, size, or finish. Common variations can include:
1. Slight dimensional differences beyond our tolerance range, typically ⅛"– ½".
2. Small bubbles within the glass.
3. A gentle wobble that does not affect stability.
4. Occasional stones or cords in the glass, which reflect the molten material and furnace environment.
These variations are visual in nature and part of the handmade process. Pieces that are unsafe, sharp, or unstable are never offered as seconds.
No. Because seconds celebrate variation, each piece is unique and may differ from the product photography shown. That individuality is part of what makes seconds special.
No. All seconds are final sale.
Seconds are not eligible for gift boxing or wrapping. However, you may contact our Customer Care team to purchase a gift box separately if available. Gift messages may still be added at checkout.
