What ever it is, no longer works, the rubber pad has dried and has partially decomposed. It’s still a really cool piece and has a great art deco look about it, black and white.
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Art deco Bakelite “ The Gumstrip holder “ Still has the original tape inside, typical art deco detailing on the front and back. Lifts out from the base, a little stiff to get out. Has a crack on the corner as shown in photos. The words The gumstrip holder, makes,mends repair, on the top of the box, more information inside. Stands 2” high, 2” wide. A rare piece.
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Blades: Guillotine Shear Blades. Maximum Length of Tape Roll: 600'. Tape Width: 1.5" - 3".
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Low profile tape dispenser, readily fits into small spaces (dispenser height is 24cm). Compact Design. Color coded keypad with 20 preset tape lengths. Maximum Length of Tape Roll Dispensing Tape Speed.
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1 Piece Tape Cutter Dispenser. 【Smooth and Easily】Handle Tape Dispenser with stainless steel sawtooth blade, anti rust, and cutting is easily fast and without residue. 3In1 Smart Sensor Automatic Water Pump Fishing Tap and Oxygen Pump-Tool Tank Air.
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Further information as below - Adjustable top heater warms the water, maximizing the tape's adhesive and bonding properties. Tape Roll Capacity: 1.5" to 3" wide (3.8 cm to 7.62 cm). - Largest tape capacity in the industry.
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