An unusual metal buttonhole cutter. 'Walker's Patent' wrapper. 19thc

A rare find - a metal buttonhole cutter in its original packaging.

The paper sheath is printed in gold lettering-

'H. Walkers Patent
The Gauge ensures uniformity in length and cut'

and on the reverse-

' Walker's Patent buttonhole cutter and embroidery piercer Alcester and London'

The metal cutter is a copper coloured base metal and impressed H Walker's Patent'

8 x 2.5 cm

Stock no. JW21