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    Old 01-04-2011, 08:43 AM
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    Originally Posted by Weedwoman
    All he did was time the machine after my DH messed it up and adjusted the feed dogs. He didn't dink with the bobbin case at all. I should have asked him more questions but they were so busy. He did mention the only difference in needles was the length from the eye but he lost me on that one.
    It might have had the bobbin case already altered or there is another case that will work on the machine (an industrial I think) that will allow you to run the 15x1's.

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    Old 01-04-2011, 08:53 AM
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    I found a Domestic electric portable with nice case and pristine pansy decals. The decals are in more than excellent shape. The only number I could find on the machine was 2X5748 and a patent date of 1920 on the shuttle plate. They wanted $30 for it but I did not try out the motor. I figured it could always be converted to a hand crank or treadle. What do you think, is it worth the $30? It sure was pretty, had a manual, shuttle, bobbins and extra feet. I'd also like to know a little more about the machine but could not find anything on the web.

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    Get it!! That is a give me price for that machine.

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    I called the Husqvarna/White 800 number and it is a 2X model and manufactured in 1936 in Cleveland. You convinced me - I'll try and pick it up tonight if it is still there. I can't imagine why it would be so cheap, except that maybe the motor is shot. It is in beautiful shape cosmetically.
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    Old 01-04-2011, 01:40 PM
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    Originally Posted by Randa
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    He was asking 75 but if I pick it up 65. What do you think?? LOL!

    I would be picking up that machine after work tomorrow, cleaning it in the evening (at my kitchen table if it is too cold outside in the garage) and this weekend just to get it cleaned up to use. No, waiting until spring for me. In fact, it would have already been in my house by now! :) eeks, go get that machine girl!
    I agree with Vintagemotif, she told me about my new featherweight and Davis and I had them both within a day! I'd already have that Davis at home! And, he is already is the ball park on price, I wouldn't haggle too much!

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    I e-mailed him to set up a time on Saturday to pick it up! Also, discussed this with DH and while not thrilled, didn't argue other than to say "can you haggle the price with him?" I told him I already had! LOL!!
    We made a date for Saturday at 1 PM! I'm pumped! Can't wait!
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    Old 01-04-2011, 02:20 PM
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    Originally Posted by Randa
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    Originally Posted by BoJangles
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    He was asking 75 but if I pick it up 65. What do you think?? LOL!

    I would be picking up that machine after work tomorrow, cleaning it in the evening (at my kitchen table if it is too cold outside in the garage) and this weekend just to get it cleaned up to use. No, waiting until spring for me. In fact, it would have already been in my house by now! :) eeks, go get that machine girl!
    I agree with Vintagemotif, she told me about my new featherweight and Davis and I had them both within a day! I'd already have that Davis at home! And, he is already is the ball park on price, I wouldn't haggle too much!

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    I e-mailed him to set up a time on Saturday to pick it up! Also, discussed this with DH and while not thrilled, didn't argue other than to say "can you haggle the price with him?" I told him I already had! LOL!!
    We made a date for Saturday at 1 PM! I'm pumped! Can't wait!
    You should be! I don't see too many of these machines listed, lots of Singer's FWs, 15s, and 66s, but not this Davis. So, tell your DH that he is making a great investment. I purchased my Two Spools for $30 and a month later saw one sold on ebay for around $650. Just tell him, it can be sold later for more than you paid for it. Looking forward to photos!
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    Old 01-04-2011, 03:53 PM
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    Well we went and picked up our two new orphans today. One is a 1919 Red Eye and the other is a Davis Vertical Feed. I have a number that is on the bobbin plate of the VF which is 1088859, and the last date listed on the bobbin plate is May 12,1886. Don't know how to date the machine Nancy do you have any idea how to look it up. Both machines took right off sewing. The belt is broke on the VD but I tried it out just turning the wheel by hand. They are really dirty but I think will clean up nicely.

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    Old 01-04-2011, 03:59 PM
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    Originally Posted by fabric whisperer
    Originally Posted by vintagemotif
    Fabric Whisperer, Your cabinet is gorgeous and I love the ornate face plate on your machine. I wouldn't even try to FMQ on this machine. I would just use it for piecing. Please post pics after you have cleaned up this pretty lady.
    I will, I am thinking of just doing a dustbunny cleanup and adding a new belt ~ get her running, do a quick lapquilt with DD (she is already raiding the stash, she's so excited)... then when the weather warms in spring, we can move it to the porch for complete teardown... that way we may get her up and running for a little while :) worth a try!
    I am drooling looking at you model 27 in the treadle cabinet. I have a model 27 machine but no cabinet. Having waited this long I am now giving her up . Going out in trash tomorrow. It's killing me but she has to go. So SAD.
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    Old 01-04-2011, 04:45 PM
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    Originally Posted by Pins n' Ndls

    I am drooling looking at you model 27 in the treadle cabinet. I have a model 27 machine but no cabinet. Having waited this long I am now giving her up . Going out in trash tomorrow. It's killing me but she has to go. So SAD.
    You are not throwing a machine out?! Why? Must be someone around that will take the machine.
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    Old 01-04-2011, 04:49 PM
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    Originally Posted by Crossstitcher
    Well we went and picked up our two new orphans today. One is a 1919 Red Eye and the other is a Davis Vertical Feed. I have a number that is on the bobbin plate of the VF which is 1088859, and the last date listed on the bobbin plate is May 12,1886. Don't know how to date the machine Nancy do you have any idea how to look it up. Both machines took right off sewing. The belt is broke on the VD but I tried it out just turning the wheel by hand. They are really dirty but I think will clean up nicely.
    Look at all those attachments that came with your Redeye! Is your Davis like Nancy's? Looks like it! The cabinet looks like it will clean up and be very pretty.
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    Old 01-04-2011, 05:06 PM
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    Originally Posted by Pins n' Ndls
    Originally Posted by fabric whisperer
    Originally Posted by vintagemotif
    Fabric Whisperer, Your cabinet is gorgeous and I love the ornate face plate on your machine. I wouldn't even try to FMQ on this machine. I would just use it for piecing. Please post pics after you have cleaned up this pretty lady.
    I will, I am thinking of just doing a dustbunny cleanup and adding a new belt ~ get her running, do a quick lapquilt with DD (she is already raiding the stash, she's so excited)... then when the weather warms in spring, we can move it to the porch for complete teardown... that way we may get her up and running for a little while :) worth a try!
    I am drooling looking at you model 27 in the treadle cabinet. I have a model 27 machine but no cabinet. Having waited this long I am now giving her up . Going out in trash tomorrow. It's killing me but she has to go. So SAD.
    Don't throw it away. Offer it on the board for free plus shipping. I am sure someone will want her.

    :cry: :cry:
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    Old 01-04-2011, 05:10 PM
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    Originally Posted by Pins n' Ndls
    Originally Posted by fabric whisperer
    Originally Posted by vintagemotif
    Fabric Whisperer, Your cabinet is gorgeous and I love the ornate face plate on your machine. I wouldn't even try to FMQ on this machine. I would just use it for piecing. Please post pics after you have cleaned up this pretty lady.
    I will, I am thinking of just doing a dustbunny cleanup and adding a new belt ~ get her running, do a quick lapquilt with DD (she is already raiding the stash, she's so excited)... then when the weather warms in spring, we can move it to the porch for complete teardown... that way we may get her up and running for a little while :) worth a try!
    I am drooling looking at you model 27 in the treadle cabinet. I have a model 27 machine but no cabinet. Having waited this long I am now giving her up . Going out in trash tomorrow. It's killing me but she has to go. So SAD.
    What is a model 27? Is there a pic of one on here?
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