Thread: Pfaff 130

Candace, I have 2 Pfaffs that both have the paint worn off or maybe blistered off in the same place. Otherwise they are in good shape. What kind of paint would you recommend to repair them? Thanks for any help. Bobbie

Bobbie, this is just my opinion, but I would either leave it as is or do a complete repaint. I've never seen a machine painted in small patches or areas that doesn't look worse than leaving it alone. You'd think black would be an easy color to match, but throw in sun fading, the discoloration from the shellac etc. and I don't know if you'd be happy with the results. I like having the machine tell a story about how much it was used, and the imperfections are badges, in my eyes. I do have a few machines that are so bad, a repaint would probably be the best way to go. And for that, there are internet sites that give pointers. I'd like to tackle that in the future. Just keep in mind most decals are not replaceable.

Thank you, I have thought about trying Glenn's french finishing, but can't seem to do it. You're right they're not that bad and they do sew. Everything else on them is fine just these small areas of bad paint. Thanks again, Bobbie

Originally Posted by grannysewer

Thank you, I have thought about trying Glenn's french finishing, but can't seem to do it. You're right they're not that bad and they do sew. Everything else on them is fine just these small areas of bad paint. Thanks again, Bobbie

What problems are you having with Glenn's method? I've not tried it yet.

I have to agree with Candice. If you have a small chip you might be able to get away with a small touch-up like on a car but I would leave it alone too. Especially if it is honest wear like you said. I would tend to stay away from a repainted machine. It may wind up looking like you are trying to hide something worse than chipped paint. I like to see that wear on a machine. If it is all worn off right down to bare metal you could have a valid reason but it doesn't sound that bad. I have looked and looked for reproduction decals too and there just aren't any to be had except for the Featherweight Singers.
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Oh, just to get my nerve up to do it. And since its down to bare metal, I'll have to repaint about a quarter-size spot before I continue with the rest of it. It's cold out now, so will either bring it in or wait for warmer weather.