Fellowes Paper Shredder Appraisal
Category: Office Equipment
Description
The item is a black and gray paper shredder from the brand Fellowes. It has a modern, rounded rectangular design. The top portion is a glossy black plastic and houses the controls: a circular power button with an indicator light, and two rectangular buttons with directional arrows (likely for forward and reverse feeding). The upper gray section has the feed slot which is a narrow vertical opening on the front face. Below this is a larger rectangular opening which appears to be a viewing window into the shred bin. The lower portion of the shredder bin is a matte gray plastic. The front lower section features a square logo with a design inside, which upon closer inspection is the Fellowes logo. The item is positioned on a wooden floor, suggesting it is a free-standing unit. There are visible scuff marks and dust on the gray plastic bin, indicating typical wear and tear from use. The overall condition appears good but used. The power cord is visible trailing upwards from the top rear of the unit. There are no obvious cracks or major damage visible in the image.
Appraisal Report
Through visual examination of the provided image, I have appraised this Fellowes paper shredder. The unit appears to be a standard office or home office model based on its size and design. Its condition is used, showing typical signs of wear such as scuff marks and dust on the plastic bin. There are no apparent significant damages like cracks or breaks visible in the image. The Fellowes logo is clearly present, indicating authenticity as a product of that brand. Paper shredders like this are common and readily available on both the new and used market. Market conditions for used standard office equipment of this nature are generally low, driven by supply and the availability of newer models with potentially improved features. Demand is consistent for functional shredders, but they are not considered rare or highly collectible items. Factors impacting value include its operational status (which cannot be fully verified from the image), its security level (cross-cut, micro-cut, etc. - not discernible from the image), and its capacity. Based solely on the visual information, its value is primarily driven by its perceived functional condition and typical depreciation. Significant limitations exist in verifying authenticity and condition through images alone. A physical examination is required to test functionality, assess internal components for wear, and confirm the model specifications. Provenance documentation, such as original purchase receipts, would further support ownership history but is not typically relevant for authenticating this type of mass-produced item beyond confirming its age. No scientific testing is necessary for this appraisal.
Appraisal Value
$20-50