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    Old 10-04-2015, 07:49 PM
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    Originally Posted by ratherhaverain
    Must be one of those heavy duty wood machines....
    http://salem.craigslist.org/atq/5234108046.html

    Is that a tension assembly on the top of this trestle machine?
    http://bend.craigslist.org/atq/5240243931.html
    Yes, a tension assembly that the thread wraps completely around. It's an old Davis High Arm Vertical Feed from the early 1890's.

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    Old 10-04-2015, 08:19 PM
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    Originally Posted by jlhmnj
    Yes, a tension assembly that the thread wraps completely around. It's an old Davis High Arm Vertical Feed from the early 1890's.

    Jon
    http://bend.craigslist.org/atq/5240243931.html
    It's a shame those drawers are missing from the table.
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    Old 10-05-2015, 02:27 AM
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    Originally Posted by chris_quilts
    http://bend.craigslist.org/atq/5240243931.html
    It's a shame those drawers are missing from the table.
    almost looks like a skeleton
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    Old 10-05-2015, 07:28 AM
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    Originally Posted by miriam
    almost looks like a skeleton
    Miriam, Hadn't thought of it in those terms but yes it looks skeletal.
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    Old 10-05-2015, 08:42 AM
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    Originally Posted by costumegirl
    Rodney - I agree - I have noticed that on CL and other similar sites many of the sellers have separated the machine and treadle base to sell them. Guess they feel that, due to trendy repurposing, it is more profitable. There are lots of bottomless treadle machine heads for sale which are in great condition but for me, who doesn't have the resources to build or put together a base, it's not practical. "Pickings" are getting leaner and more difficult. I also am a bit of a purist when it comes to obtaining collectibles and I would prefer/want the correct/matching base for the machine - LOL -this means that I usually spend more than I should.
    Building a simple base for just the head is pretty easy if you have the tools. That's all you need if you are just displaying them. My goal is to have all my machines in sewing condition. Supplying power to the old treadle heads while keeping things like the bobbin winder working can be a challenge. A lot of machines don't have any way to mount a hand crank or motor without drilling holes and a lot of them also have bobbin winders designed to be driven by the treadle belt. That, or they turn clockwise like the old White Rotaries so reproduction handcranks won't work with them. These issues can lead to some pretty creative solutions.

    I don't have room for more treadle bases or electric cabinets though there are one or two I would make room for. Mostly I either have to buy machines that are already portable or figure out a decent base and power source for the heads I buy. Not buying more isn't a good option. I like messing with them too much.
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    Old 10-05-2015, 12:03 PM
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    Originally Posted by Rodney
    Building a simple base for just the head is pretty easy if you have the tools. That's all you need if you are just displaying them. My goal is to have all my machines in sewing condition. Supplying power to the old treadle heads while keeping things like the bobbin winder working can be a challenge. A lot of machines don't have any way to mount a hand crank or motor without drilling holes and a lot of them also have bobbin winders designed to be driven by the treadle belt. That, or they turn clockwise like the old White Rotaries so reproduction handcranks won't work with them. These issues can lead to some pretty creative solutions.

    I don't have room for more treadle bases or electric cabinets though there are one or two I would make room for. Mostly I either have to buy machines that are already portable or figure out a decent base and power source for the heads I buy. Not buying more isn't a good option. I like messing with them too much.
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    Good point. I've found it essential to pass some along to make room for new machines. I wish I could keep them all but this is not possible in a small place. Very rewarding to see someone elses excitement on free or inexpensive bargain.

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    Old 10-05-2015, 01:05 PM
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    Originally Posted by chris_quilts
    http://bend.craigslist.org/atq/5240243931.html
    It's a shame those drawers are missing from the table.

    They ended up in Seattle, maybe

    https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/atq/5250528927.html

    [h=2]Primitive Sewing Machine Cabinet Drawer Set - $20[/h]
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    Old 10-05-2015, 01:12 PM
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    Originally Posted by sews
    They ended up in Seattle, maybe

    https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/atq/5250528927.html

    [h=2]Primitive Sewing Machine Cabinet Drawer Set - $20[/h]
    Maybe... BUT those are some butt ugly drawers!!!!!!!!!!!
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    Old 10-05-2015, 01:13 PM
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    Originally Posted by Macybaby
    Hmmm - that's an idea to use up some of the treadle stands I have once the patio is in place for the Machine Shed. When I bought out that "2 van loads" off stuff, I ended up with several treadle iron sets (mostly White and Singer) without tops.
    Macybaby, I think that would be very fitting given your sewing machine museum --- and your husband would likely do a much better job on the wooodwork.
    I thought the excecution was really crude in the example provided and way overpriced for what it was. To me, it looked like a bunch of 2x4s slapped onto the (by contrast intricate) cast iron framework and then they called it good.

    (Make some quilt cushions too!)

    Go for it and show off the results :-)
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    Old 10-05-2015, 01:46 PM
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    Speaking of overpriced -http://delaware.craigslist.org/fuo/5248147291.html
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