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08-05-2011, 09:28 AM

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calla

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Sweet calla

08-05-2011, 09:28 AM

#32

sammygirlqt

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Vintage Berninas are in great demand. I owned a model 830 I bought in 1978. I know they sell for around $400 -$500 with attachments, so you got a terrific deal. I am so happy for you.

08-05-2011, 09:35 AM

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Kas

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Charlee

Wow! I was just telling William that the one vintage machine brand that I've never seen "in the wild" was Bernina! Guess folks just don't give them up easily! Congrats!

In talking with my Bernina guy about a vintage 610 I saw and didn't buy, he said they weren't very popular in the US in the 50's and 60's. It was during the early 70's that they became more available and popular here. I still have the lady's #, but it didn't come with any of the attachments and the motor was pretty slow. Probably an easy fix. I ought to call her. It is just the lack of feet. They are pretty pricey.

08-05-2011, 09:37 AM

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dltaylor

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lucky, lucky, lucky!!

08-05-2011, 09:42 AM

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sewgray

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That is an unbelievably goo find. Congratulations!

08-05-2011, 09:47 AM

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scraphappytx

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I get very upset at the Goodwill in Burleson Tx...all the items are given to themm...free...and then an outrageous price is placed back on...why..I know over head, but come on, Walmart is cheaper...