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10-19-2011, 10:28 AM

Dingle

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A friend of mine gave me a Redeye. I haven't got it cleaned up or tried it yet. The cabinet is in great shape, just needs a little cleaning. What I want to know is why everyone goes crazy over a Redeye? What is the difference between this machine and lets say a regular Singer in a cabinet? Is it just the decals or does it sew better? My machine can be used as a treadle, but also has a motor. Kinda nice you can go either way. Your thoughts?

10-19-2011, 10:29 AM

craftybear

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love to see a photo of your Redeye

10-19-2011, 10:30 AM

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Really pretty decals! I am not sure about the sewing, maybe that is great too?

10-19-2011, 10:33 AM

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The Redeye (or Redhead, as some prefer) is popular because of the pretty decals. Without them, it's just a 66.
Redeye decals also indicate the earlier 66 models...they were only produced until 1924.

10-19-2011, 11:56 AM

QuiltnNan

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it has beautiful decals.

10-19-2011, 01:15 PM

fluffygirl

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'cause they're just so pretty!

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10-19-2011, 01:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Dingle

They also sew really well with a great straight stitch. they are easy to use. I have been piecing with one for years. They are easy to maintain.
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10-19-2011, 07:26 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Charlee

The Redeye (or Redhead, as some prefer) is popular because of the pretty decals. Without them, it's just a 66.
Redeye decals also indicate the earlier 66 models...they were only produced until 1924.

I have one and I didn't know they were only produced until 1924. Thanks for the info

10-19-2011, 07:36 PM

jaciqltznok

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yep the decals..though I am not fond of them...some are crazy over those red dots..ehhehe

10-20-2011, 05:30 PM

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cabbagepatchkid

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It was the beautiful decals that attracted me to a Red eye. The first time I saw a picture of one I knew that I was going to have one. It was my very first vintage machine.

This one is a different red eye that I found on CL. It has a hand crank instead of a treadle or motor.

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