Skratchie, I like to read this section as a member of the peanut gallery. What I know about working with vintage machines would fit in a teacup. So, my very first vintage sewing machine was a Rocketeer too and it was very easy and fun to clean up and oil, learn to use, etc. if I can do it, anyone can. There is a real thrill to tinkering around like that and hearing the difference in your machine - what a beautiful sound a happy old machine makes.
it takes a real thorough cleaning and airing to get rid of a heavy tobacco odor - my grandparents were both heavy smokers, so that was always a factor.
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