Originally Posted by connecticut quilter
If you don't mine me asking how does a hand crank machine work? I have never heard of them.
A hand crank machine (at least mine) is the same as one with a motor or a treadle. Instead of the rubber "wheel" from the motor turning the shaft, there's a hand crank that is used to turn the shaft. Not sure if this is the best explanation but its what I've got. :)