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Bonbonary 07-20-2011 07:08 PM

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This sewing machine was left at a house my daughter bought. Does anyone know any of the history of "The Free" machine by Westinghouse? It has a nice cabinet, but the electric plug needs replacement & probably other repairs. I believe it was made in Rockford, IL & my guess is that it's from the1930's. Any idea as to value?
Any info would be appreciated. Thanks,

pocoellie 07-20-2011 07:14 PM

I can't help you with the machine, but that is one gorgeous machine and cabinet. I would try to get in touch with Billy(Lostn51)on here.

Bonbonary 07-20-2011 07:20 PM

Thanks, I sent him a PM

jrharry 07-20-2011 07:43 PM

Very nice cabinet and machine.

quiltingcandy 07-20-2011 07:49 PM

It is very pretty! What a wonderful find.

coloradosky 07-20-2011 11:04 PM

That is beautiful. I'd never move and leave something like that behind. Lucky you!

Nanamoms 07-21-2011 02:42 AM

Wow, wonder if they really intended to leave it. It is gorgeous!

BrendaK 07-21-2011 03:06 AM

Beautiful duo wonder if whoever left it will come looking for it? BrendaK

emmah 07-21-2011 03:16 AM


Originally Posted by Bonbonary
This sewing machine was left at a house my daughter bought. Does anyone know any of the history of "The Free" machine by Westinghouse? It has a nice cabinet, but the electric plug needs replacement & probably other repairs. I believe it was made in Rockford, IL & my guess is that it's from the1930's. Any idea as to value?
Any info would be appreciated. Thanks,

Other than the cord...I doubt if it needs "other repairs" except a good cleaning and oiling. It is like the Singer 15 and is all metal. I would replace the plug-very inexpensive fix if someone handy is around, then clean and oil it(look under cleaning vintage sewing machines in tutorials) and I bet it will run fine. You can download a free manual for a Singer 15 to learn how to use it.
That is a machine that will last a lifetime and beyond!

QuiltnNan 07-21-2011 04:54 AM

it's really beautiful!


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