National - Pencil sharpener - Showa Retro Sharpener

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National KP-50A electric pencil sharpener from Showa-era Japan, dating to 1960–1970, made of plastic, metal and rubber, 18 × 8 × 8 cm and 650 g, in good condition with small signs of aging.

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Vintage National KP-50A electric pencil sharpener from the Japanese Showa era. Manufactured by Matsushita Electric Works (now Panasonic), this retro desktop sharpener features a streamlined red body with classic black accents and original National branding.

Its charming mid-century industrial design makes it suitable both as a collectible Japanese stationery item and as nostalgic interior décor. The item shows age-related wear such as scratches and stains consistent with vintage use.

A highly attractive piece for collectors of Japanese retro electronics, stationery, and Showa-era design culture.





Method of Shipment
FedEx or Japan Post

NOTICE
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by FedEx or Japan Post.
Delivery usually takes 1–2 weeks.

Sometimes Customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance. Please make sure you are available to respond. If not, the parcel may be returned to me, and reshipping will cost more than twice the original shipping fee.

I appreciate your cooperation.



Vintage National KP-50A electric pencil sharpener from the Japanese Showa era. Manufactured by Matsushita Electric Works (now Panasonic), this retro desktop sharpener features a streamlined red body with classic black accents and original National branding.

Its charming mid-century industrial design makes it suitable both as a collectible Japanese stationery item and as nostalgic interior décor. The item shows age-related wear such as scratches and stains consistent with vintage use.

A highly attractive piece for collectors of Japanese retro electronics, stationery, and Showa-era design culture.





Method of Shipment
FedEx or Japan Post

NOTICE
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by FedEx or Japan Post.
Delivery usually takes 1–2 weeks.

Sometimes Customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance. Please make sure you are available to respond. If not, the parcel may be returned to me, and reshipping will cost more than twice the original shipping fee.

I appreciate your cooperation.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
National
Weight
650 g
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Japan
Material
Metal, Plastic, Rubber
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
18 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
Title additional information
Showa Retro Sharpener
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