Item Description Mitsubishi Pencil BOXY HS-10BX Manual Pencil Sharpener — Showa Retro Vintage Stationery (1970s–80s) This is the iconic BOXY HS-10BX, a manual pencil sharpener produced by Mitsubishi Pencil Co., Ltd. during the height of its popularity in Japan from the 1970s to the 1980s. The BOXY series became a cultural phenomenon in Japanese stationery culture, beloved for its bold, no-nonsense design that perfectly captured the sleek, utilitarian aesthetic of the era. The body is finished in a deep matte black with the distinctive "//BOXY" logo embossed on the side, complemented by polished chrome metal accents on the pencil-entry mechanism and hand crank. A transparent shaving receptacle at the front allows you to monitor shaving levels at a glance. The internal blade mechanism is characteristic of the high-quality craftsmanship Mitsubishi Pencil was renowned for. No longer in production, this piece is a sought-after collector's item for vintage stationery enthusiasts, mid-century modern desk décor collectors, and anyone looking to add a touch of authentic Showa-era Japan to their workspace. Brand: Mitsubishi Pencil (三菱鉛筆) Series: BOXY Model: HS-10BX Type: Manual (hand-crank) Color: Matte Black with chrome accents Material: Plastic body, metal mechanism and chrome parts Feature: Transparent shaving receptacle for easy monitoring Please note: This item is being sold as-is. Functionality has not been confirmed. The transparent shaving receptacle has a chip on its edge. Please review all photos carefully before bidding. Size Height: 11.5 cm Width: 6.5 cm Depth: 11.5 cm Weight 267 g Condition This is a used vintage item showing age-appropriate wear including fine scratches and scuffs on the body, oxidation on the chrome metal parts, and residue from a removed sticker; the transparent shaving receptacle has a chip on its edge, and functionality has not been confirmed. NOITICE: The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post, DHL or FedEx depend on the situation. It takes about 3 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping. I appreciate your cooperation.