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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-18-2019, 04:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,322
Posted By Treadle&Gears

If there is any residue left from the tape, try...

If there is any residue left from the tape, try some sewing machine oil on a cloth wrapped over it to keep the oil on it overnight. It may not work with every adhesive, but I was able to soften and...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-10-2019, 09:15 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,719
Posted By Treadle&Gears

I know a consulting engineer who would probably...

I know a consulting engineer who would probably enjoy the challenge to recreate them, but I think it would be prohibitively expensive to have them made. It might be less costly overall to have them...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-08-2019, 06:07 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,174
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Noooooooo! I recently saw the exact cabinet I...

Noooooooo! I recently saw the exact cabinet I need for my Free No. 5 in near perfect condition at a shop. Opened it to look at the mechanicals and found it had been converted to a liquor...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-08-2019, 05:58 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,719
Posted By Treadle&Gears

It probably didn't catch on because Singer never...

It probably didn't catch on because Singer never adopted it.

I am also looking for an affordable two spool. Just missed one on the bay.

K
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-07-2019, 10:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 693
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Heads up Davis Vertical in Minnesota

Just saw this on Ebay: item # 323763831946

Decals are worn, but otherwise looks nice, and cabinet is excellent if anyone is near it - pickup only - it's more than a day trip away from me, so I am...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-30-2019, 07:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,271
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Absolutely! Taking detailed pictures before and...

Absolutely! Taking detailed pictures before and as you do each step is possibly the best advice you can get. I know it has saved me more than once.

The second best advice is take apart as little...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-29-2019, 07:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,915
Posted By Treadle&Gears

$4,999.

A July, 1927 Singer 128 La Vencedora, electric, in a bentwood case. $4,999. 110 watchers. No, really.

Item # 302981338472
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-26-2019, 06:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,161
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Fantastic!

Fantastic!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-26-2019, 06:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,863
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Mine does something like that, only he stands...

Mine does something like that, only he stands between me and any sewing machines at the antiques mall, hoping I won't see them!! :D
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-25-2019, 04:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,163
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Dollyo, that is a beauty. I swear I live in the...

Dollyo, that is a beauty. I swear I live in the wrong place at the wrong time.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
02-13-2019, 10:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,193
Posted By Treadle&Gears

I wonder if that Bell was like the Tailor Bird in...

I wonder if that Bell was like the Tailor Bird in England. Supposedly the salesmen offered the really
cheap(ly made) TB at an amazing price, but the point was to up sell to the full price “deluxe”...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-14-2019, 10:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,103
Posted By Treadle&Gears

This is definitely a fine mystery! It's not...

This is definitely a fine mystery! It's not arguing, it's lively, welcome discussion. I often learn new things or find better rabbit holes from it.

First, do you have a picture of the mechanisms...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-13-2019, 08:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,103
Posted By Treadle&Gears

That is a nice-looking machine! It’s not a...

That is a nice-looking machine! It’s not a Necchi, but I won’t discount it may be Italian. Viscontea used that green a lot. The plain chrome faceplate and the flywheel/bobbin winder are spot on...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-13-2019, 12:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,103
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Necchi did make private label (badged) machines,...

Necchi did make private label (badged) machines, but I have not heard of this particular one. Necchi machines are exceptionally engineered, and have very close tolerances. It will be important to...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-13-2019, 11:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,257
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Leaf tensions are the best for heavier fabrics,...

Leaf tensions are the best for heavier fabrics, in my experience. It is much easier to get minute adjustments and to see if it is right before the thread breaks! And no fiddle bits.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
01-08-2019, 07:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,424
Posted By Treadle&Gears

My 1930ish Jones came from Hull, England and...

My 1930ish Jones came from Hull, England and belonged to their minister’s wife during WWII. It may have even been there during the Blitz (from what I have researched, they worked in several parishes...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-24-2018, 09:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,630
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Household SMC (Providence Tool) used the same...

Household SMC (Providence Tool) used the same type needlebar arrangement as well. Very strong stitchers! I don't think I have any pics with the faceplate off but I'll check.
K
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-18-2018, 07:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,490
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Are there pictures? I live in a SM desert....

Are there pictures?

I live in a SM desert. There was another seller in KS with the exact Free cabinet I need, but he wants too much and I can't get or ship it. C'est la vie!

K
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-12-2018, 09:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,490
Posted By Treadle&Gears

The warehouse looks very familiar. I think the...

The warehouse looks very familiar. I think the original owner had some posts on a board somewhere about fixing up the space and sorting through the machines?

Darn my old age memory!

K
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
09-06-2018, 08:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,138
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Pictures will also help us diagnose the problem. ...

Pictures will also help us diagnose the problem.
Is the shuttle a New Home? Sometimes I have found the replacements like Boye don't work as perfectly as an original. I also have a couple loose...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
08-28-2018, 08:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,035
Posted By Treadle&Gears

That machine is a real looker! And it has a...

That machine is a real looker! And it has a story. I like machines with lives. I only know them for 2 1/2 out of my herd.

I'm waiting for you to find an uninteresting machine!
K
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
08-03-2018, 04:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 5,108
Posted By Treadle&Gears

I bought my first treadle when I was in my early...

I bought my first treadle when I was in my early 20s for pretty close to those reasons! Plus I preferred mech to tech. I still have never owned a computerized sewing machine.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
07-25-2018, 06:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 16,839
Posted By Treadle&Gears

Our local charity shop had one and sold it for...

Our local charity shop had one and sold it for $125 :shock:.

K
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-30-2018, 05:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,362
Posted By Treadle&Gears

You always find the most beautiful machines! ...

You always find the most beautiful machines! Estate sales here rarely have nice ones at all.
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
06-22-2018, 12:35 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 18,112
Posted By Treadle&Gears

That's the spirit! Now if I could just convince...

That's the spirit! Now if I could just convince my DH of that!

K
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