1865 Singer in sad shape
02-11-2011, 04:21 PM
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I'm fascinated just looking at it. That was the year the South declared war on the North. Imagine how the ladies of that era were busy sewing uniforms for their men. I bet that machine saw some war duty itself. Too cool.
02-11-2011, 05:24 PM
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It appears to be what they call a Singer Fiddle Base machine. Do they have the top of the case? My DH says it is definitely a candidate for restoration (even though it may never be a museum quality piece). You might find out that some of this discoloration is not rust but old oxidized oil. $20 is amazingly cheap. Go for it.
Originally Posted by so-sew
You vintage singer loving people have created a monster! Every day I check craigslist for new treasures! Today I found a 1865 Singer that appears to be in pretty rough shape. The simple fact that it is soooooo old and still around makes it desirable to me. It looks like a spool "peg" is missing from the top of the machine, but other than that I think the exterior is intact. Rusty, chipped, and sad looking, but still proudly surviving generations of sewers. I can get the machine for $25.
What do you all suggest for this antique addict? Is this as rare as I believe it to be, or are they pretty common? Does it look to be in a condition that is unsalvageagle? Of course there are no accessories. What you see is what you get.
What do you all suggest for this antique addict? Is this as rare as I believe it to be, or are they pretty common? Does it look to be in a condition that is unsalvageagle? Of course there are no accessories. What you see is what you get.
02-11-2011, 06:42 PM
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Oh, Baby!You're sooo lucky. She would've been around for the Civil War! Just imagine the stories she heard as the ladies sat around sewing uniforms and clothes, etc. during that time. What about what she's been through since then? Clean her up (gently,please) and both of you can enjoy her retirement. :thumbup:
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