Abstract: A box for packaging one or more articles, wherein the end portions of said articles are protected, including opposed face panels that are located in parallel, spaced apart relation for receiving the end portions of said articles therebetween, a one-piece end panel being joined to the face panels and located at right angles with respect thereto for covering the ends of the articles, and a flexible tie member wrapped transversely around said face panels for securing said box in secure position on said articles.