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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-07-2019, 08:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,584
Posted By KLKing

I was thinking this cabinet may have sat on top...

I was thinking this cabinet may have sat on top of a lower section like a closed cabinet. Or a set of drawers. I had an antique china cabinet the separated like that. I'm glad you found a way to use...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
05-02-2019, 06:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,922
Posted By KLKing

I'm so glad you were able to work out this...

I'm so glad you were able to work out this problem!
I think you should try to stick with the #50 thread, unless you are sewing lightweight fabric. I even will stitch with a #40 thread in the bobbin...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-30-2019, 05:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,922
Posted By KLKing

Hi there; I actually had the same problem with my...

Hi there; I actually had the same problem with my power machine. In my case, it turned out that my needle's eye was too small for the thread I was using. If you determine this is not your problem...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-16-2019, 06:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,247
Posted By KLKing

I'd really like to see it!

I'd really like to see it!
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-05-2019, 05:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,022
Posted By KLKing

That Necchi looks a lot like my Mom's; except...

That Necchi looks a lot like my Mom's; except hers was black. This is a zig zag-yes? I remember those sideways controls. I believe the top one is for needle position?
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
04-03-2019, 06:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,719
Posted By KLKing

Miriam and Rotary Queen; Thank you both for the...

Miriam and Rotary Queen; Thank you both for the reply!
I'd have never realised the hand wheel turns backwards right away.
It would seem un-natural to me.
I'm hoping to have time to start working...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-30-2019, 10:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,719
Posted By KLKing

Thanks for the reply, Jackie! I think a good oil...

Thanks for the reply, Jackie! I think a good oil and wipe down will do the trick. The critical parts show no rust, and the wiring was replaced at one point.
Kamala, I had an antique Singer. I don't...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-29-2019, 02:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,719
Posted By KLKing

Thanks, Patrice! I'm going to certainly give it a...

Thanks, Patrice! I'm going to certainly give it a good oiling and wipe down before attempting to sew with it. If it turns out to be gentle on finer fabrics , I'll keep it. The Juki power machine I...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-29-2019, 12:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,719
Posted By KLKing

Question White Rotary - any info please?

Hi, I finally got hubby to pull this out of the shed. This is a machine he's had for a while. He picked it up at a yard sale in California in the late 1980s. He said he paid about $10.00.
I...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-18-2019, 07:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,595
Posted By KLKing

After searching the net and finding out next to...

After searching the net and finding out next to nothing, I did email the Chandler Co. but have not heard back yet. The lift up rod for the thread was missing as was the foot pedal/ power assembly and...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-15-2019, 08:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,595
Posted By KLKing

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Here is a photo
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Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
03-15-2019, 09:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,595
Posted By KLKing

Chandler Mini Skipper Blindstitch

Hi can anyone tell me how old this machine might be? I have not been able to find a serial number anywhere, and a glued on tag is missing. It is a portable blindstitch machine.
I have replaced the...
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
12-20-2018, 08:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,808
Posted By KLKing

I wish there was a photo! I really hope you get...

I wish there was a photo! I really hope you get some use out of it. Isn't it great there are people here who really know these old machines!?
Forum: For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
10-20-2018, 10:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,189
Posted By KLKing

My first post: Regarding a White machine

Hi! I am new here, and this is my first post!
Jim, I must share my own story. When I was 8 years old, in 1967, my parents bought me my first real sewing machine. It was a turquoise blue White...
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