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Up for sale is a beautiful piece of American industrial history: an antique 1930s "Packer 3S" manual gummed paper tape dispenser machine manufactured by Better Packages, Inc. out of Shelton, Connecticut.
Features & Components:
- Body: Heavy-duty cast iron frame finished in its original vintage red wrinkle texture paint with geometric "Packer 3S" logo accents on both sides.
- Hardware: Original serrated steel cutting blade assembly stamped with the factory "Trade Packer" patent fine print.
- Accessories: INCLUDES the highly rare, removable original coarse horsehair moistening brush frame and a partial roll of vintage brown kraft paper tape.
Condition: Antique estate condition. The cast iron frame is structurally solid with no cracks. Beautiful natural patina, Some paint loss and oxidation matching its age. The water basin shows normal residue from historical use.
A spectacular display piece for an antique collection or industrial design workspace!
