Amecan Sewing machine Coffin Top pictures.
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I bought the coffin top machine today. I am so tickled!!! It does have some minor issues with the cabinet but I am okay with that. The drop leaf on the side has broken off but maybe I can get it fixed soon. Just need to find someone I can trust.
Manufacture and patent plate on front of machine
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Front view
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Back view
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Coffin top (it is in excellent condition!!!)
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Side view where leaf is broken
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View of side piece held up by DH and DD.
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American sewing machine
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My, you have a beautiful piece of history there.
My husband is a Civil War collector and he's drooling.
I am sure you will find someone who can restore the broken leaf.
Have you named her yet?
Thank you for sharing.
Blessings to you,
Sandi
My husband is a Civil War collector and he's drooling.
I am sure you will find someone who can restore the broken leaf.
Have you named her yet?
Thank you for sharing.
Blessings to you,
Sandi
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Originally Posted by SherriB
I bought the coffin top machine today. I am so tickled!!! It does have some minor issues with the cabinet but I am okay with that. The drop leaf on the side has broken off but maybe I can get it fixed soon. Just need to find someone I can trust.
So the earliest this machine was made was 1869, but it could go up to the 1880's. It is a very nice example of an early machine. If I were you go join the NeedleBar and start asking questions. Claire and Alan would be the ones that would know more about it that I would. Plus it would be nice for them to have an example of your machine for the site.
You are the proud owner of an Antique Sewing Machine and you belong to an elite group of people. Do not do anything but clean and fix the leaf but do not alter the finish on anything!
And I added this thread to the Virtual Section for vintage sewing machines!!
Billy
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