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A RARE BOSTON POLAR CUB PENCIL SHARPENER CIRCA 1930s

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A RARE BOSTON POLAR CUB PENCIL SHARPENER CIRCA 1930s

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Description

A rare intact motorized model with the original thick glass cover to control or minimize dust, black enamel motor and apparatus, black and chromed metal shavings container with original instruction tag, the back base with original rubber platform, the motor with horizontal brushings bears the original gold decal of 'Polar Cub Motor, A.C. Gilbert Co.' and toggle switch, the thick molded glass cover houses the entire apparatus. Measures 5.5 x 6.75 x 7.5 inches.

Condition

Very good original working condition, noting replacement cord.

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A RARE BOSTON POLAR CUB PENCIL SHARPENER CIRCA 1930s

Name: A RARE BOSTON POLAR CUB PENCIL SHARPENER CIRCA 1930s
SKU: 66467857
Price: 275 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $400 - $600

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Starting Price $200

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