I don't think even The Gurus could save these three machines...
My weekend wanderings took me back to Crookston, MN to see the second antique store. I did score some original bits to my Fashion Mate 252, but that's for another posting.
They had three old, old and dirty (as in filthy), old and rusty, old and neglected to death, machines.
One was a White Rotary in what I think is called a brown 'alligator' or 'crackle' finish. Correct me if I'm wrong. The second is a Singer Sphinx, and the third was a new-to-me "New Automatic."
No, I didn't even consider purchasing one of them. I have my doubts that even the most experienced Guru here could do too much for them...but I could be wrong.
First the "New Automatic," notice the enhanced lighting!
I will have to add the next photos as a "reply."