Originally Posted by
SteveH
Pays to do some research and ask a question...
I did a search on the auction site of completed listing and found a person who had sold a couple Florence needles recently. I messaged him and asked if he had any more. He replied, that he'd look.
Last night he listed one for $19 with a 6 day auction!!! I replied i was hoping for a $30 buy it now. He obliged. I now have a needle on the way (from here in Ca)
One of the reasons I don't collect the true antiques.
Your needle cost more than I've paid for any of my machines. It's well worth it for the Florence to sew again though.
I can also see why you're so interested in reviving some of the obsolete types of needles. I think it's a great idea too.
Rodney