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04-29-2010, 10:37 AM

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Charlee

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Dama, you've no idea how much I wish I was in Georgia right now!! That's a nice machine!

(I'd ask more for it...and then bargin down if need be!)

04-29-2010, 10:40 AM

#232

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Keep in mind Kygirl, that the allotment date is not the machine's "birthdate". The allotment date is the day that someone from the Singer plant decided that X number of X type of machines would be made, and said machines would have serial numbers from (this number) to (this number).

From what I understand, you can call Singer's customer service and they can tell you the actual date your machine was made. I'm probably going to try that tomorrow with this 201, since it's my first "real" Singer...(I have the 9W treadle machine, but it was made at the old Wheeler & Wilson plant, using a Wheeler & Wilson design, and a Wheeler & Wilson serial number...it's really a W&W with Singer decals!)

Thank you Charlee, for your info. I thought that was cute, being born almost when I was. Wish shipping wasn't so high, I would like to find Prissy a new home.

04-29-2010, 10:49 AM

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ScrapQuilter

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What a wonderful thing you are doing......... I will be a visitor here. Have 3 old machines........ 2 Singer and one Climax. Will post pictures when I get a chance. Will be looking forward to seeing more pictures from everyone........ Just love those old machines........ The treadle machine was the first machine I sewed on. Wonderful memories of a time gone by.
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04-29-2010, 10:52 AM

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I just bought a 1916 Tredle Singer machine however it is in bad shape with rust and the cabinet will need to be done but can you tell an easy way to get the rust off. I checked the serial number and found out it was made in 1916 in Scotland. So I have done some research... Just want to get it fixed up for my antique bedroom lol

04-29-2010, 11:10 AM

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Glad to have you here and feel free to post photos!!! (We love Photos :-D :-D ) Just pull up a stool and join in the conversation.

Billy

04-29-2010, 11:13 AM

#236

Lostn51

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If you could post a few photos of the machine and treadle. We would love to see it and with it being made in Scotland that makes it just that more special!!!

Billy

04-29-2010, 11:15 AM

#237

damaquilts

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Charlee I am not sure how much to ask for it. I guess I should put it up on the classified thread. It is nice but I just can't mess with it . I want someone to use it. I think its silly to have something working and just have it sitting for show. I have gotten all of my vintage machines working and use them all at one time or another. I still have a 201 in a deco desk that I need to get working. I am slowly cleaning out all my vintage machines. Of Course my slants are not going anywhere. lol my favs. I just need to get a 500 and a 301 and I will have them all.

04-29-2010, 11:26 AM

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On that White Rotary it says in the back 'Patented Nov. 8, 192(7) not sure if it is a 7 or not.

I love this machine and as soon as I can find one its mine!!!!

Billy

I have not made a decision to buy this yet. Ya know, I have spent about $500 in the past few weeks on vintage machines... 2 handcranks, FW and a 1921 portable! I will let you know if it isn't to be for my collection!

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04-29-2010, 11:40 AM

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Ya know, I have spent about $500 in the past few weeks on vintage machines...

I know the feeling next month is the month that everyone is graduating around here. My wife was telling me that we are going to be spending a lot just on presents for these kids.

She mentioned something about me spending more time in the garage instead of playing on the computer. :lol: :lol: :lol:

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04-29-2010, 11:55 AM

#240

Charlee

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Me too! I've already tapped William's fishing fund...I really need to behave for a bit...but when one finds a Singer 201-2 Centenial for $15...well...what's a girl to do?? ;) :lol: