C. Howard Hunt - RWA Boston Pencil Sharpener - model KS 8-Hole Revolving - Pencil sharpener Industrial - 1950s vintage
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C. Howard Hunt Manufacturing Co. RWA Boston KS 8-Hole Revolving pencil sharpener, ca. 1950s, steel, 12 × 12 × 7 cm, in excellent condition.
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Description from the seller
Beautiful Boston Draftsman KS Multi-Size (8-Hole Revolving) Pencil Sharpener – ca. 1950s
A true design classic from mid-20th century America.
This Boston Draftsman KS pencil sharpener was produced by C. Howard Hunt Manufacturing Co., Camden, NJ and is one of the most iconic models of its kind.
Specially designed for artists, architects, and draftsmen, this model offers eight different pencil size settings through its revolving selector, making it both practical and collectible.
Period: ca. 1950s
Manufacturer: C. Howard Hunt Manufacturing Co., Camden, NJ
Material: Metal body with revolving steel selector and crank handle
Dimensions: 12 × 15 × 8 cm
Condition:
In a beautiful pre-loved condition, fully functional and ready for use. No cracks or dents; only some expected light traces of age consistent with the age of 75 years.
A robust and heavy-quality piece of American industrial design.
Highly decorative for a vintage office interior, while still perfectly usable today.
A true collector’s item – both functional and historically significant.
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
Beautiful Boston Draftsman KS Multi-Size (8-Hole Revolving) Pencil Sharpener – ca. 1950s
A true design classic from mid-20th century America.
This Boston Draftsman KS pencil sharpener was produced by C. Howard Hunt Manufacturing Co., Camden, NJ and is one of the most iconic models of its kind.
Specially designed for artists, architects, and draftsmen, this model offers eight different pencil size settings through its revolving selector, making it both practical and collectible.
Period: ca. 1950s
Manufacturer: C. Howard Hunt Manufacturing Co., Camden, NJ
Material: Metal body with revolving steel selector and crank handle
Dimensions: 12 × 15 × 8 cm
Condition:
In a beautiful pre-loved condition, fully functional and ready for use. No cracks or dents; only some expected light traces of age consistent with the age of 75 years.
A robust and heavy-quality piece of American industrial design.
Highly decorative for a vintage office interior, while still perfectly usable today.
A true collector’s item – both functional and historically significant.
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer-Brand
C. Howard Hunt - RWA Boston Pencil Sharpener - model KS 8-Hole Revolving
Style
Industrial
Country of Origin
United States
Material
Steel
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
12 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
7 cm
Estimated Period
1950-1960
Title additional information
1950s vintage
