Staple-Free Stapler

From Core77:

How the Harinacs Stapleless Stapler Works

Easy-shred docs, no need to buy staples

This stapler can fasten up to 10 sheets of paper.

I guessed it worked by crimping, but I was wrong.

Instead, when you pull the trigger two things happen —

1) A die cuts these shapes through the paper:

2) A little hinged lever inside does this:

 

 

Users can shred documents without needing a heavy-duty shredder, and of course you never need to buy staples.

The original commercial (top) is entertaining, being narrated by a caffeinated man shouting the product's virtues at you in Japanese.

Below, a more sedate demonstration.

Black: $11.90.

White: $12.74.

Blue: $13.

Pink: $13.50.

Green: $13.77.