Maria, do you treadle this with the handcrank on it? How does it work?
Thanks.
Yes, as long as the handcrank is engaged, like in the Craigslist picture above. If it is disengaged, as needed to place the bonnet on the stand, the handle will hit the table. So you can easily treadle, stop and then handcrank or visa versa. Just have to make sure to keep your toes out of the way when handcranking, as the treadle will be moving. A little to get used to!!!
I travelled from 1 hr south of Knoxville TN to Lexington KY and back in one day to get this one! Owner had purchased it as an antique while working in England. Government paid to ship it back to USA when he retired. One of my prized possessions. Correction it is a 28K, meaning made in Scotland.