New Home Treadle Machine $250 ??

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08-03-2011, 02:32 PM

jillaine

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Hit yet another "junk" store today while on vacation.

This time found TWO of the attached. It's a cabinet treadle "New Home" machine. Machine's a beauty; one of the cabinets is rather shot; the other in good shape. Both were buried and stuck between so much other stuff that I could not completely open and test.

The owner wants $250 for either of them. I have never heard of a New Home.

Thoughts?

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08-03-2011, 02:34 PM

Charlee

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For me it would be a "pass". New Home are nice machines, and that one is really pretty, but $250 is expensive in my book!

08-03-2011, 02:39 PM

Jammin' Jane

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I would have to rescue it! I've spent $250 more foolishly that this!
It's a beauty!

08-03-2011, 02:41 PM

ilovetosew

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Very pretty machine!

08-03-2011, 02:44 PM

tealady

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I have a New Home treadle - looks similar to this one.
But I have to say, I think it is too pricey.

08-03-2011, 02:44 PM

MIJul

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I would grab one. I've been wanting a treadle machine for years and haven't seen any as nice as this. Some people blow $250 in one visit to the casino and have nothing to show for it. If you really want it, buy it.

08-03-2011, 02:47 PM

AnnieF

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New Home was the name of the company that now manufactures the Janome product.

08-03-2011, 02:48 PM

jaciqltznok

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I have to agree..it is pretty..but how hard are parts to get for it?? It is a bit price I think!

08-03-2011, 02:50 PM

Jan T

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Treadle machines are pretty common. One that needs lots of work should sell for about $50. Pristine condition could be about $200. Barter with the guy, never pay full price.