1865 Singer in sad shape
#1
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 desireable 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.
#5
I usually offer less than what they're asking. Meet with the seller and offer $15. You may get it for that or maybe have to go to $20 or $25 but you haven't lost anything. Even if it can't be fixed it could be cleaned up and be a beautiful conversation piece. You also might try contacting Lostn51. Billy is the resident vintage machine expert.
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Originally Posted by raptureready
I usually offer less than what they're asking. Meet with the seller and offer $15. You may get it for that or maybe have to go to $20 or $25 but you haven't lost anything. Even if it can't be fixed it could be cleaned up and be a beautiful conversation piece. You also might try contacting Lostn51. Billy is the resident vintage machine expert.
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