Originally Posted by kwendt
Originally Posted by Kathie S.
Carlos said to use Guardsman Wood Polish on the wood. Kathie
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New (to my home) Singer 66 for $16
Well, not bad for the price. The mechanism seems OK via the hand wheel. Previous owners, or dealer, didn't know how to use the stress relief, and there are some nasty pinches in the cords. Exterior has a few minor rust spots. The underside is clean and oiled. No accessories or spool pin. Can't tell if the blisters/crazing is surface grime or a lacquer. Cabinet has blistered finish which just brushes off. Scuff marks, but vernier in pretty good shape. Will pull power supply off of one of the other machines tomorrow to check the electrical function. For now, I think I need to tend to my dog – still a bit under her anesthesia from a dental cleaning. Speaking of cleaning – recommendations for surface cleaning of this 66? New (to my home) Singer 66 [ATTACH=CONFIG]173501[/ATTACH] blistered grime or finish? How to clean? [ATTACH=CONFIG]173502[/ATTACH] Nothing fancy, but a good price. [ATTACH=CONFIG]173509[/ATTACH] |
newbie pulling up a stool?
I'm 54. When I was bitty, say 4 or 5, mom got a new used machine. When I graduated from high school 1974, they got her a new used machine & the old one was my gift. I's my only machine & a workhorse. Well, I do have a babylock. Singer 403 Slantomatic. I have all the bits pcs cams manual, everything. A couple of fancy gadget feet that I never have fiddled with. One is supposed to be a ruffler. Is that too young for this club? :mrgreen: That Universal is just adorable. |
Originally Posted by quiltmouse
newbie pulling up a stool?
I'm 54. When I was bitty, say 4 or 5, mom got a new used machine. When I graduated from high school 1974, they got her a new used machine & the old one was my gift. I's my only machine & a workhorse. Well, I do have a babylock. Singer 403 Slantomatic. I have all the bits pcs cams manual, everything. A couple of fancy gadget feet that I never have fiddled with. One is supposed to be a ruffler. Is that too young for this club? :mrgreen: That Universal is just adorable. |
Same place that had the 66 I just posted has an old White 666 rotary with feet, cams and manual. Wires have all been cut. No plug or foot petal, nor connection to knee leaver. Could probably get it for a song too. Cabinet is solid. Machine doesn't look bad, just don't know if I want to sink any coins into it for electrical rework.
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Originally Posted by BoJangles
Originally Posted by Miz Johnny
Originally Posted by BoJangles
Sharon, I don't remember hearing a clunking sound when I use my treadle. In fact, it sits behind the sofa and I was treadling away a few nights ago while my husband and girl friend watched TV. They didn't seem to notice anything either other than the sewing machine stitching away. Nancy I guess that did sound funny. We can't call our female friends girl friends anymore???? Oh I don't care, I have several girl friends, and this one was visiting from out of state! Nancy |
LOL, I meant is my machine too young?
ya'll have infected me! (sorry about the accent, lived in Tx 6 yrs) :mrgreen: ya'll is just such a good word! hee! I found 3 antique machines on craigslist in the last 2 days, $20 each. sigh! |
quiltmouse, your 403 is a metal machine probably made in the 50s, so it definitely vintage. Billy indicated about 1975 as the cut off timeline when I asked about my 1974 Elna. Miss Elle doesn't know she's vintage, though my other three machines do.
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Originally Posted by sew wishful
Originally Posted by Kitzone
New Project: White Rotary from around 1927. Crinkle finish with a knee control. Needs a spool pin and motor. Could anyone tell me where I might find either and what type of motor I need??
Thank you for any suggestions as I have been searching and feel like I am at a loss.... I am not even sure how to identify the Model Number. Maybe this one will have to go "As Is" to someone else. :oops: What does the rest of the cabinet look like? Nancy was kind enough to share her vast knowledge and resources with me and I hope to have the SM up and running soon. If you have extra time check out: http://community.webshots.com/user/a...ession?start=0 Soon to be replaced motor location [ATTACH=CONFIG]173515[/ATTACH] |
Originally Posted by kwendt
Originally Posted by Kathie S.
Originally Posted by kwendt
Guardsman is what we use to do the antique hardwood furnishings, railings, pews, and other curli cues in the old Lutheran church once a year. It's great stuff and a little goes a long way. I recommend the wipe on, not the spray - better for the environment and less waste of product.
But if a wood is really really thirsty, then I'd put a true oil polish on it first and let it soak it in. Teak oil for teak wood, linseed oil for other woods, lemon oil sometimes too. Depends. My method is 'trial by guessing'! I try a bit on each piece, to see what the wood likes. My cherry Baldwin piano from my grandmother, likes lemon oil - with a coat of Guardsman over the top. I suspect it has to do with finish on the piano. There's a guy on here, Glenn, who is a professional refinisher. You can ask him your questions about wood, old cabinets, refinishing, polishing, etc. and he can give you better advice. Glenn? |
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