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Old 05-10-2013, 01:01 PM
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OK I am in a bind. Fixing a machine and can't afford to get some briwax to prevent rusting on the plated parts. However, I did read that 2-3 coats of clear finger nail polish will prevent rust on metal surfaces? Would this be safe or work? Anyone tried it?
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Old 05-10-2013, 01:28 PM
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I use Kit automotive wax. Or a light coat of oil will do it. Nail polish is a lacquer, you need to be very careful where you put it. I can damage other paint and decals too.

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Old 05-10-2013, 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by J Miller View Post
I use Kit automotive wax. Or a light coat of oil will do it. Nail polish is a lacquer, you need to be very careful where you put it. I can damage other paint and decals too.

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I wasn't going to put it on any painted parts or decals. Just the nickel plated parts.
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Old 05-10-2013, 01:49 PM
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I am just going to use turtle wax since i already have some.
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Old 05-11-2013, 11:02 AM
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I have come across some strange odds and ends that end up with sewing machines from time to time. Some of them I have no idea what they are for. I found a scraper in with a vintage Pfaff a while back and kept it thinking that it didn't go with the sewing machine. The other day I was looking through an attachment box for another vintage Pfaff and found the same scraper. It could be just by chance, but I am thinking that it is not. Can anyone tell me what this tool is for sure and what do you do with it?
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Old 05-11-2013, 11:22 AM
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If the edge is sharp, it's probably a buttonhole cutter/chisel.
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Old 05-11-2013, 11:25 AM
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Originally Posted by path49 View Post
If the edge is sharp, it's probably a buttonhole cutter/chisel.
Yes, it is sharp and the blades are changeable. THAT makes sense to me now. Thank you.
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Old 05-11-2013, 12:51 PM
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My Alden's Magic ZZ came with a wooden handled tool with 3 or 4 sharp blades. In the owners manual it has instructions on how to use it for cutting button holes.

Pretty neat stuff these machines come with.

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Old 05-11-2013, 04:00 PM
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Does anyone know anything about a Feldman sewing machine?
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Old 05-12-2013, 01:23 AM
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I found one on an auction...
http://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/8004855
The machine can't be older than the company:
http://businessprofiles.com/details/...s-inc/NY-11393
They also made hat stretchers:
http://www.americanheritage.com/content/stretcher-hat
Makes me sort of wonder if that machine was for sewing hat bands -
sews near the edge sort of like a free arm with harp space.
Glenn you could have a whole new career...
It looks like Feldman has changed what they do over the years...

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