Originally Posted by
Charlee
At the time these W&W machines were made, W&W was the premier sewing machine company in the world...I know that W&W and Singer had some court battles over patents, but I don't remember who won... will have to google it! LOL
I thought W&W's patents ran out, which led to other companies competing with them without having to pay royalties. From there, the business slowed as Singer production grew with the introduction of the Singer 12K. Wheeler died in 1893, son took over business. Wilson had retired earlier and lived off royalties. Both men had been millionaires. In 1905, Singer purchased the W&W factory, which was manufacturing the NO.9. Singer then sold the No.9 with the Singer name on it, W9 (a machine I own).
Who won...regardless...Singer...and look at Singer today.