Wales Thread Cutter Appraisal

Vintage Wales Automatic Needle Threader with Thread Cutter

This item is a vintage cardboard packaging box for a 'Wales' brand Automatic Needle Threader with Thread Cutter, contained within a modern clear plastic protective sleeve. The box features a mid-century graphic design aesthetic typical of the 1950s or 1960s, utilizing a color palette of light blue, white, red, and dark blue. The front panel displays an illustration of the red-bodied mechanical device sitting on a white base. Markings include the 'WALES' brand name in the upper left corner along with a 'C' in a circle mark. The lower text block clearly identifies the product. Physically, the box appears to be a standard small cardboard carton for sewing notions. The printing quality shows some halftoning characteristic of mid-century mass production. Regarding condition, the box shows visible shelf wear, particularly along the bottom edge where scuffing and minor tears are present. There is notable creasing on the top flap and softened corners, though the primary graphics remain legible. Based on the branding and style, this appears to be a Japanese-made sewing accessory from the post-war era, commonly exported to Western markets. The overall condition is fair to good for a paper-based ephemeral item of this age.