Originally Posted by
brandeesmom
What can you tell me about my old machine, it does sew beautifully
Nothing anyone else hasn't said. I have one just like it (although it's the fiddle base VS2) and they're absolutely beautiful to look at and very satisfying to sew on. The puzzle box and coffin lid suggest it's from the 1890s. Those decals are particularly beautiful.
A positive consequence of using an electric instead of your 27 is that you didn't rub the decals off on the bed.
Original handles look like this:
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Remember to oil the shuttle path and the treadle mechanism when you're servicing your lovely heirloom. The puzzle box is just the icing: Really nice to see.