Vintage APSCO Chicago No. 2 Hand Crank Pencil Sharpener Wall Mount Desk Mount USA
$39.99
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This vintage APSCO "Chicago" No. 2 pencil sharpener is a classic piece of American office and school equipment.
Manufactured by the Automatic Pencil Sharpener Company of Chicago, Illinois, it features the iconic yellow translucent shavings barrel and hand crank design that served classrooms, offices, and workshops for decades.
Designed to mount to a wall or desktop, this sharpener houses APSCO's dual helical steel cutter mechanism. The crank turns smoothly, making it an attractive display piece as well as a functional collectible for vintage office enthusiasts.
Details
- Automatic Pencil Sharpener Company (APSCO)
- Chicago "No. 2" single hole pencil sharpener
- Made in U.S.A.
- Yellow translucent celluloid shavings barrel
- Dual helical steel cutting mechanism
- Wall or desk mount design
- Approximate size: 5 inches tall, 4 inches long
- Base measures approximately 2 x 2 inches
Condition Grade: Good Vintage
Positives
- Hand crank turns smoothly.
- Cutting mechanism rotates freely.
- Original yellow shavings barrel remains intact.
- Maker markings remain legible.
- No cracks observed in the celluloid barrel.
Issues / Wear
- Expected age related oxidation and finish wear on the metal body.
- Scattered scratches, discoloration, and patina throughout.
- Mounting base shows paint loss and oxidation.
- Sold as a vintage collectible. Long term sharpening performance has not been tested.
Condition Grade Key
Good Vintage: Structurally sound with honest cosmetic wear from decades of use while retaining its original character.
Collector's Notes
APSCO sharpeners are among the most recognizable American classroom and office tools of the twentieth century.
This "Chicago" No. 2 model features the distinctive translucent yellow shavings barrel and dual helical cutter design that made APSCO sharpeners famous.
A great addition to a vintage office collection, teacher display, industrial décor, or schoolhouse memorabilia collection.
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Disclaimer
All items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description.
While I do my best to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.
Please Note:
These pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.
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Yes. Every photo on this page is the actual item you will receive. Not a stock photo, not a similar copy. What you see is what ships.
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Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.
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With care. Old books and fragile pieces are wrapped and boxed so they arrive the way they left me. Careful packing is one of the things buyers mention most in their reviews. Orders of $35 or more ship free.
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Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.
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