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She sure is purty! I love Red Eyes!
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She sure is pretty!
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What a georgeous piece.
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Just wondering what your thoughts are on WD40, which is what I use to clean up the metal parts.
Originally Posted by cabbagepatchkid
It's a model 66 with a Red Eye/Red head decal. A red eye was my very first vintage machine. I had seen one on this forum and thought it was so-o-o beautiful!!! Beware, though, if this is your first vintage machine it won't be your last!!! :mrgreen:
If you want to clean her up make sure you don't use any harsh cleaning chemicals on her paint or you will turn the decals to silver :shock: :shock: :shock: . A wonderful thing to use is regular old sewing machine oil. Rub it on with your fingers, let it sit for a while and then wipe it off with a soft cloth or cotton balls. Afterward you can use a good quality car paste wax (without pumice) to protect her. For her metal parts I use a product called Maas Metal Polish. What a difference you will see! |
Gorgeous red eye!
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Looks like a beautiful Red Eye! Lucky you!
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Beautiful!!! As you can see by my avatar, I LOVE "Redeye" machines. Did you know that the motor can be removed and you can then mount it in a treadle cabinet and use it as a totally "foot-powered" machine? Happy sewing with your new girl :-)
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very nice
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She's beautiful.
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That's so beautiful! Why can't machines these days be "dressed up" and look pretty?
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Beautiful! Treasure it and then get busy sewing on her!
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Originally Posted by Tinabug
Don't know exactly what it is. Seller said it was a 66-16 but he knew nothing about sewing.
Serial #G9937778 It was his great-grandmother's and said it was a 1923. Any info will be appreciated |
I'm not sure what she is, but she sure is a beauty.
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very pretty lady you have there. Enjoy your times together :)
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Are you sure you typed the serial number correctly?
According to the serial numbers on the ISMACS site it would be a model 15 which is not correct. According to the break out of the catagories with in the 66 it would be a 66-1 – Redeye decals; spoked balance wheel; early bobbin winder; back fitting feet; thumbscrew stitch length adjuster (1906-1923)- Join the Vintage Singer Yahoo Grop for more info on IDing the different types. |
She's gorgeous!!!!
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she is a real beauty!!!!!Have fun with Elsie
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Check out the serial # photo. It has side fitting foot. I'm open for any comments on her birthright!
How exactly do I join the vintage group? I have asked questions of that group but don't quite know how to submit a new subject.
Originally Posted by writerwomen
Are you sure you typed the serial number correctly?
According to the serial numbers on the ISMACS site it would be a model 15 which is not correct. According to the break out of the catagories with in the 66 it would be a 66-1 – Redeye decals; spoked balance wheel; early bobbin winder; back fitting feet; thumbscrew stitch length adjuster (1906-1923)- Join the Vintage Singer Yahoo Grop for more info on IDing the different types. |
You have a real treasure! I too have a red eye 66 from 1923. One thing I've found with mine is that it has no timing marks. Most 66s have marks but for some reason, some were made without them. They can still be timed, but its a little trickier to do. I'm curious if yours has them.
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I don't know yet, I haven't done anything to it. I just got her and so far I'm in awe of what I have. I'll post an update when I know about her internal health. Thanks.
Originally Posted by ndnchf
You have a real treasure! I too have a red eye 66 from 1923. One thing I've found with mine is that it has no timing marks. Most 66s have marks but for some reason, some were made without them. They can still be timed, but its a little trickier to do. I'm curious if yours has them.
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She's a beauty! Congrats.
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Wow, that is a fantastic Red Eye-
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Wonderful machine. Decals are in great shape.
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