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Old 08-08-2011, 05:14 AM
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I finally did it! Sorry I can't post a pic but I've been looking for a good used machine for my daughter who has recently moved into her first house. I got an Elna Supermatic with all attachments (including original screwdriver!) that just SCREAMS the '50's for $25! Brought it home and mechanically inclined DH spent 2 hrs cleaning and oiling and running up and downstairs to consult manual online. At the end of the reconditioning session, there were Q-tips, toothpicks, wire brush, white grease, kerosene, paper towels, something called "goof off" sewing machine oil, a flashlight and a beautifully purring machine that sews like a dream. I've looked for well over a year knowing that good machines are out there so to all of you who may still be on the hunt, anything is possible!
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Old 08-08-2011, 05:16 AM
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Congrats!!!!!!!!!
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Old 08-08-2011, 05:27 AM
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What a great find!
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Old 08-08-2011, 05:29 AM
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What fun! A great find.
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Old 08-08-2011, 05:33 AM
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I can't believe the price, great deal
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Old 08-08-2011, 05:34 AM
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Great find, and it sounds like your husband had fun getting it running.
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Old 08-08-2011, 05:43 AM
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Waaa Waaa I want to see a pic!!!
Sounds AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! :D:D
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Old 08-08-2011, 06:01 AM
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I love my Elna
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Old 08-08-2011, 06:23 AM
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So true they are out there... they are hiding in barns or attics, or basements. They are too heavy to toss in garbage.. they are there you just have to get lucky..
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Congrats and thinks for the words of encouragement. Still looking.
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