OK, I have seen several references to a "JA" number....what exactly is it? My new to me Morse has some numbers on the apron/skirt of the machine is that what ya'll are referring to?

Yep, Joe has a list of the J- A numbers. They can be found in the data page of the Yahoo Japanese Machines page.
You just got to sign up for it.

Joe

OK checked out my machine
Morse Lightweight with Mod. R-LAD 20706 on a plate
I will see if the group I just joined has the list you mentioned.
Thanks

Coronado Super Deluxe Zig Zag - better pic
 

I was able to get a better picture of the machine, but the cam area is still blurry and I can't get a decent one. I am fixing this machine so I can use it. Will need cams for it if anyone has any to fit.

I have so enjoyed looking at all of these lovely ladies! I have a passion for these older machines and thought I had enough, but now I want more. This one is my prettiest and she reminds me of my lifetime dream car, which I will never own..so I bought this machine instead! She's fast and as quiet as a zipper!

I thought I'd add a couple of mine to this thread... First one is a Bel Air Bantam 33, nice light machine (weighs in at 20 pounds including the case). Second comes "Pauline" (named after original owner) in a lovely pink & white color scheme. Last is the Stradivaro, which was so dirty I almost didn't buy it- but it cleaned up quite well. I have a few others in the "waiting room" but I haven't gotten them into O.R. just yet.
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Great machines!

Mark, I need a like button.

love the "universal" great color and ornaments!