Singer Treadle Sewing MachineA Singer treadle sewing machine can add a unique and vintage flair to your home. Antique treadle sewing machines may be of interest to collectors who are into American history and culture. These machines offer anybody with an interest in sewing the ability to create beautiful crafts and clothing without using electricity. What are treadle sewing machines made from?Treadle sewing machines were made from long-lasting wood and metals. Those manufactured under the Singer Sewing Machine brand typically include a table top and a cabinet for the actual sewing machine. Can you operate an antique treadle sewing machine?An antique treadle sewing machine should be functional if all its component parts are intact.
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This is a page about locating sewing machine model and serial numbers. Ask a Question Here are the questions asked by community members. Read on to see the answers provided by the ThriftyFun community or ask a new question. Question: Finding Model Number of Brother Sewing Machine. The number stamped into the bottom of the machine is A 859622. There were at least two versions of the pink Atlas Deluxe Straight Stitch machines. My terminology for the Atlas machines with serial numbers that begin.
Check the treadle, the treadle belt, the bobbin, the casing, the needle, the wheel, and the threading hooks. How do you identify an antique treadle sewing machine?Many Singer sewing machines were manufactured in the 20th century. Given the sturdiness of the machines, many of these sewing machines have survived over the years. Every Singer treadle sewing machine has a serial number embossed on the metal portion of the machine. This is often next to the base of the sewing machine. Its serial number indicates where and when it was manufactured.
'Can you tell me what my old (vintage/antique) sewing machine is worth?' This is by far the most asked question I hear from my blog readers. Sadly, I am not an Appraiser and cannot give you an estimated value on your old sewing machine. But what I can do is give you information to help you get closer to finding a value on your own.In some ways, putting a price on an old sewing machine can be subjective.
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How can you put a dollar amount on sentimental value? And is something worth money just because it is old? Actually, there are lots of variables to estimating the worth of an old sewing machine, so let's look at the most important; the make/model and date, the condition, and any extras that may be included with the machine.IDENTIFY YOUR MACHINEA Japanese Clone tagged with the name 'Morse'. Once you know the specific brand and make or model of your machine, it makes it easier to search for more information about your machine. Use the links below to find out more about your machine.BERNINAThere aren't any comprehensive lists for identifying models or manufacture dates for old BERNINA machines available online. You can try visiting to find out if they can help, you might get lucky and find an authorized BERNINA Technician that's been around forever and knows all about the older models.
Or you can look at this brief at BERNINA.com to see if you can find a similar model to yours. And some Singer machines are more saught-after than others! Here's an article listing the, and many people who collect and sew with vintage Singer machines do love and seek out these particular models.WHITECheck out the at the ISMACS site.MISCELLANEOUS/OTHER BRANDSThere were a small handful of manufacturers who made 'generic' machines in the mid 20th Century (like the Morse pictured above).
Many of them were based on a Singer class 15 machine, and are commonly known as 'Singer Clones' -. If your sewing machine looks a lot like these machines but has an off brand name, chances are you have a generic or clone machine.CONDITIONPoor condition - it works, but has rust and damage to the finish.
The overall condition of your machine is one of the biggest factors in estimating a value. Make sure to take a very thorough inventory of your machine and record the condition of the finish, any electrical cords or belts, decals, chrome or metal parts, motor, the inside working parts of the machine, and how the machine works or performs. Be sure to also look closely at the condition of the case or cabinet, including if it is still original to the machine and if it has been refinished or restored. The overall condition can be communicated by one of the following terms:Mint = Still new from the factory, in original packaging or condition, and never, ever used. It is nigh impossible to find an old sewing machine in mint condition!Excellent = In the best shape possible, but used.
No chips, scratches or dents, no wear or tear, no rust or dust, in top notch running order. Complete with no parts missing.Very Good = May have a few scratches or small cosmetic blemishes, dents or dings, but works well and does not need any additional work to use the machine. Complete with no parts missing.Good = Some cosmetic damage to finish, but nothing to keep the machine from working. May be missing some accessories or manual.Fair = A machine that has definitely been used, possibly not kept up as well as others. Usual wear and tear for a well used machine, pin scratches, some dings in finish, some rubbing off of decals, but machine should work. Some accessories missing or in non-working order, manual may be damaged or missing.Poor = A machine that has been used hard or has weathered badly.
Extensive damage to the finish like rubbed off decals, scratches from use, dings in the finish, possibly some surface rust. Electrical cords may be frayed, and machine should work, but is not in top-notch running order. Probably missing some or all accessories or manual, or parts like extra bobbins. Definitely needs a little TLC and possibly some restoration.Parts Only/Parts Machine = Totally unable to be salvaged for use, and is being sold ONLY for the parts in the machine.Most importantly, when you are comparing your machine to others just like it to try and find a value, refer to the conditions listed. Is your machine in comparable condition to the one you are looking at, or is it in worse or better shape? Anonymoussaid.Nice article.
I think the main piece of advice when valuing your machine is 'get ready for disappointment'. Sewing machines seem to be considerably undervalued in the marketplace - probably because so many lasted.
At any given time - at least where I live on the East Coast - there are at least a dozen antique treadles (in various conditions) listed in the online classifieds, and many vintage machines from the '30s to '60s as well. Even with the original cabinet or case, working antiques rarely sell for more than $100.00, and the vintage machines for around $50. Some exceptions for rare or pristine machines, or machines with really fancy tables I'm sure. I bought my 1860s Singer treadle for $70. I also have several of those all-metal '50s 'portables' I picked up for no more than $30 each.
Said.Has anyone heard of the Lady Kenmore sewing machine? I have one from 1959, made in Germany.
It's a pfaff 260 under the name of kenmore. I have the original table, accessories, manuals, and even the square cloth that a seamstress used to test the actual machine prior to selling it. It's in good condition, the cams are clean and intact. It will need a service to oil and clean the inside since it hasn't been used in 20 years. Grandma stopped sewing due to her arthritis. Is this machine worth anything? I find it beautiful.
Anonymoussaid.I know nothing about sewing machines, but my mother in law has a very old one. It is a Singer Treadle. The area where the Serial No is says “No 50475” then underneath that it says “No 61”. The patent has 4 dates, August 2, 1892 April 5, 1898, February 12, 1901 & March 25, 1902. There is what appears to be a brass plaque that has stamped in it “61W2” on the machine just beneath the gold scrolls. It is on a very nice wooden table top with a wrought iron base (legs) and foot (treadle). Can anyone tell me what model it is.
My email is [email protected] (nikki at htc dot net). Thank you very much (in advance). Anonymoussaid.What a lot of non-sewists fail to realise is that no matter how old your machine, or how cute or whatever, it still has to be sold to someone who sews, which are in the minority of the population.
Even among sewists the demand for vintage machines isn't that high so you are looking at a very tiny niche market for your xyz sewing machine. Unless it's a very early, very sought after major brand model complete with all accessories, in perfectly maintained and working order, it's very likely to languish on CL or eBay at $50. Said.Yes Anonymous, there is a bit of truth to that, just because it's old doesn't make it worth a lot of money.
Some models were manufactured for years and are really common - like the Singer 66 machines. I found one years ago, and since have found several more at next to nothing, plus see more 66 machines often.And the other issue is people posting machines at totally inflated prices. Just because someone sees a vintage machine for sale at a high price doesn't mean anyone will actually purchase it for that price! Cheers - Erika.
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Andrewsaid.I would appreciate your opinion on my sewing machine manufactured by your company (GROVER & BAKER) in approx 1859 ( going by the gold stamp/disc on the side). It is in excellent condition & unbelievably its with all its attachments, including what looks like the original reel of cotton.
The number stamped on the top is 434529. The timber is in perfect condition and gold leaf is intact.
I have attached photos and await your reply with anticipation. Please email me at [email protected]. Thanks and hope to hear from you soon.Andrew Cole.
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