Cleaning and repairing the Shellac clear coat on Vintage sewing machine heads
09-26-2017, 08:29 PM
#651
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Got the courage and did it. Took off the ruined clear coat on my Featherweight as you suggested.. Used 0000 steel wool to smooth. But, instead of shellac, which I had a hard time with, I used Rustoleum Clear Glossy Enamel spray. Worked like a charm as I held my breath (after removing the shellac twice, I think I need some fresh air). Nice and glossy little featherweight. I'm amazed it came out so well. For sure, I thought I would muck it up. :-) Thanks, Glenn! Before and after pics below.[ATTACH=CONFIG]581295[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]581296[/ATTACH]
10-01-2017, 02:49 PM
#655
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Damascus Rotary Treadle
Hello,
I am a new owner and hope to be user to a Damascus Rotary Treadle Sewing machine. It is in perfect condition however, it has not been used in over 40+ years and will need some minor cleaning and oiling to get her back to sewing condition. I'm ready for that process, but cannot locate any information or manual for this model. The date of this beauty is 1901, and everything I find is for the Damascus Vibrating model, which is not all that helpful.
With all that said, do you have any suggestions as to anyone or some link that can direct me in finding a manual?
Thank you for your assistance. By the way... I have printed your instructions to restore this timeless machine. Thank you!
I am a new owner and hope to be user to a Damascus Rotary Treadle Sewing machine. It is in perfect condition however, it has not been used in over 40+ years and will need some minor cleaning and oiling to get her back to sewing condition. I'm ready for that process, but cannot locate any information or manual for this model. The date of this beauty is 1901, and everything I find is for the Damascus Vibrating model, which is not all that helpful.
With all that said, do you have any suggestions as to anyone or some link that can direct me in finding a manual?
Thank you for your assistance. By the way... I have printed your instructions to restore this timeless machine. Thank you!
Last edited by Cinde; 10-01-2017 at 02:52 PM.
10-01-2017, 03:41 PM
#656
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Mongomery Wards sold the Damascus. You can find a manual here. www.clawges.com/sewing/damascus_manual/index.html
sorry this is for the vbs I will try again I found a manual at two sites but they cost $10-$20. I would go to VSS or treadleon and ask there.
sorry this is for the vbs I will try again I found a manual at two sites but they cost $10-$20. I would go to VSS or treadleon and ask there.
Last edited by Glenn; 10-01-2017 at 03:56 PM.
03-15-2018, 11:55 AM
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You should be able to find it in most auto supply places. https://www.autozone.com/greases-and...ant/930044_0_0 I think there were some typos, but pretty sure this is what is needed. There are several other things with that blaster wording on them, but you want the 'original' penetrating.
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