Standard Sewing Machine Company Serial Numbers
Hi i've been looking to buy a sewing machine. I was just gunna buy a new walmart kind but i started researching and most people said that their older sewing machines work better. When i started looking up more vintage machines, i found quite a few.
Antique Singer Sewing Machines by Serial Number 1871 -1950 The first Singer sewing machine was manufactured in 1851, but some of the logbooks from that time period were lost. Because of this, there are no available serial numbers for the years from 1851 to 1870. If there are no letters in the serial number on a machine, you can be sure that it was.
However, i'm not sure what i'm actually looking for. Some look as though they're not even electronic! I really don't know much about vintage machines or even modern machines for that matter. I've been working with a vx-970 brother electronic which looks fairly modern compared to the vintage singers that have appealed to me. Could you tell me how big of a change it is from my brother to a 1929 Singer Electric or a Singer 99 K? Sorry for all the questions!
I have a 1951 Admiral DeLuxe made in Japan. It is electric with 2 owners manuals including original sales price. It is in perfect condition and includes the carrying case that is in very good condition as well.
As far as I know it works fine too. I am wondering what a good estimate would be on the value. I realize you can't tell me an exact price without seeing it but I'm just looking at a good starting price to sell it. I can't find any that has sold on eBay so I have nothing to compare it to.
Anonymous said. I am looking for an approximate date of production on a Standard Sewing Machine Company treadle machine with several patent dates between 1887 and 1896. It is in a coffin top cabinet with keys for the top and side drawers. Works good and has attachments (look like they have never been used) and original operating instructions.
Contact Us. The Cabinet shows some signs of wear and tear but considering the age it could be a lot worse. I realize the value on this type of machine would be what I am willing to pay for it but I would be interested to find out what anyone else would consider paying for this type of machine. Standard Sewing Machine Company was bought out by Osann in 1931 so the date of manufacturer is prior to that time.
Osann was later bought out by Singer. Confused4VintageBro said. Hi, excellent blog you have here! I've been reading it for a few hours now and have learned a lot. A friend of mine has a Brother Deluxe Super Streamliner. I have seen only a few listings on EBay for $89 & $99. However, the machine I would be purchasing has NOT been kept in the original case, the belt is broken, the motor is loose, there's no accessories or manual, and another friend of mine had a chance to take a look at it in person.
They also informed me that there was some rust and corrosion on it. Even though I was planning on taking it in for service, I do not want to pay an arm and a leg in order to use it.
Some of the rust is in the bobbin housing. I'm aware of how much presser feet etc will run me, as I use (new) brother machines now. What I'm curious about is. My friend is asking $70/$80 from me for the machine in this condition.
After reading your posts on prices, conditions, and the mass market Japan models, do feel this is a fair asking price? And what is your opinion on the rust? My friend is contacting me daily about this purchase! Any input would be greatly appreciated.
I will continue to look for some information. Thank you so much. Unfortunately my cell phone isn't letting me copy/paste the eBay listing, but you should be able to find it by searching Google with: 'Brother vintage precision japan' The first eBay listing should provide the Streamliner and some pictures if needed. The one online looks dirtier, but complete with manual, accessories, and case. I'm quite confused on what to pay:( Sincerely, Confused4VintageBro.
Confused4VintageBro said. Hi Ed, I have been doing SO much more research on the Brother Streamliner I commented on earlier.
I believe its Model 260, straight stitch only. The photos the seller has sent me match this model online. I can also email photos if needed. All of the prices I come across are still in the $90 range. Except for one listing by a goodwill for $22. I notice you said a good price range for machines in the 50's, made in japan, straight stitch, go for $5-$25. Does this include industrial machines?
Maybe I think its industrial and its not. I think I've been reading too much! Hopefully I can delay the seller until I decide on a reasonable price. Its just money right? (And much frustration. Ugh) -Confused4VintageBro.
Sewing Machine Serial Number Database
I believe the actual definition if 'antique' is something that is at least 100 years old (there are exceptions for automobiles and some other categories). The term 'vintage' is more nebulous.
When tied to a specific year, like 'vintage 1937', it tells the year that the item was produced. When 'vintage' is not associated with a year, it actually has no meaning. People use it to refer to almost anything that is not new but not old enough to be classified as 'antique' The age of the owner seems to have some influence on what is 'vintage' - people in their 50's and 60's probably feel that items produced in the 30's and 40's are 'vintage' while people in their 20's and 30's tag items produced in the 60's and 70's as 'vintage'. Personally, I feel that anything between 50 and 100 years old is 'vintage'. Anonymous said. I have a Bradbury sewing machine that I am trying to find the value and information on. It looks similar to the 'A1', but the base is different than most I have seen.
It is still in good working condition, with some wear do to use.the foot pedal has ' Dunlap Machinery Co New York' written on it. On an arm and another piece the number '99' is stamped into them and on the back of the large hand crank I found the stamping of 'B', then one line down '635 99'. Any information would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Eric. Hi, I have a White treadle sewing machine in a nice wood cabinet with 4 drawers. It still has the manual, in rough condition and all or most of the accessories. The wood cabinet has some wear and tear but otherwise seems to be in good condition.
There is a metal plate on the top, base of the machine that reads FR 2485463 and it has pattens from 1900-1913. The Machine is very ornate with gold scrollwork and has White Rotary U.S.A. Printed on it. I'm wondering if you could give me an estimate of worth or any other info on this machine?
Antique Standard Sewing Machine
I don't see any of these on Ebay. Love the site. I have a Montgomery Ward Signature UHT J277e sewing machine. I am trying to find out as much information on it as possible as it did not come with a manual.
It has been very difficult to locate a manual for this machine to. By any chance do you know much about this machine, when it was made or maybe even other similar machines that I can compare to for the manual?
I'm pretty sure it needs a good cleaning as well. I am a beginner and would like to just read about the machine and learn more about it before I break anything. Thanks so much for your time and anything information you can pass along. Anonymous said. I'm trying to sell my mom's White brand Zig-Zag model sewing machine, bought in 1969. It has the original manual, and rests in a table on wheels.
I'm including the seat which has storage inside, as well as plates and other accessories. I had a buyer today but she and my mom just couldn't get it to do straight stiching properly.
Taking it to a repair place for adjustment is impossible as it won't fit in the car, and it'll cost CAD$70 minimum. Is there any point in trying to sell it and if so, how low?
Now that I know it has 'an issue', I've knocked the price in half to $40. Thanks for any advice in advance. Anonymous said. Hello Kur.I have the same.it was purchased in 1975.it sould have a container with numerous cams.sadly I lost my cams.if you are looking at the top of the machine w/ front facing you.there's a part you lift on the right.this is where you change out your cams.release a lever and lift.
My machine is still in mint condition. Also take it to a Sewing machine repair shop and let them service it.then start your sewing.I just found this site. If you ever want to sell and you have the cams.let me know. Bonnie sassybabe75009@aol.com. My mother owned and now my sister and I own her Singer Stylist 834 Sewing machine with electric pedal. Machine was built into and to fold up underneath and inside the cherry wood table with an attached fold out table extension.
I believe the manual stated the year was somewhere around or between 1973-1975. Absolutely nothing wrong with it, barely used it at all and all parts on the machine run fluently and are original. Given the year span I provided.does anyone have an idea of this machines worth and is it considered an antique?