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So. I've got this thing in storage now.
1904 Singer Model 31-15 industrial sewing machine; it at least moves the needle and feed dog but sluggishly. Definitely needs cleaning. New oil. New seals/bushings if any, New oil wicks probably.
It came with some poorly made table top that is not original to it, and a horrid looking Westinghouse sewing machine motor with chewed wiring
At least the treadle base is all there, nothing missing except the black enamel... so long term project clearly. Will need a new table top. Don't have much wood working tools myself... another hobby? at least my step-father in law has wood working experience and tools.... maybe he could help out. Thinking butcher block from Home Depot and then figure the rest out using Ebay/vintage sewing site parts.
On to the pics! May have to post more next reply.
the head of the machine
Model number and serial
Back side, can see surface rust.
junk motor, maybe good parts, maybe not. Definitely not safe to plug in.
2 piece bobbin winder assembly with spool pin.
Knee lift lever to lift presser foot, my 31-20 has same thing but much newer and nicer
Cast iron goodness, legs
Cast iron goodness, complete treadle assembly with big flywheel and pitman rod. I tested the pedal, it spins the flywheel, and there are 4 bolts already screwed in on it for the legs.
Seems when assembled and in good color (new enamel paint); the Cast iron base will fetch a bit of money for interior decor but I am a practical man, I want functionality not just "looks"
1904 Singer Model 31-15 industrial sewing machine; it at least moves the needle and feed dog but sluggishly. Definitely needs cleaning. New oil. New seals/bushings if any, New oil wicks probably.
It came with some poorly made table top that is not original to it, and a horrid looking Westinghouse sewing machine motor with chewed wiring
At least the treadle base is all there, nothing missing except the black enamel... so long term project clearly. Will need a new table top. Don't have much wood working tools myself... another hobby? at least my step-father in law has wood working experience and tools.... maybe he could help out. Thinking butcher block from Home Depot and then figure the rest out using Ebay/vintage sewing site parts.
On to the pics! May have to post more next reply.
the head of the machine
Model number and serial
Back side, can see surface rust.
junk motor, maybe good parts, maybe not. Definitely not safe to plug in.
2 piece bobbin winder assembly with spool pin.
Knee lift lever to lift presser foot, my 31-20 has same thing but much newer and nicer
Cast iron goodness, legs
Cast iron goodness, complete treadle assembly with big flywheel and pitman rod. I tested the pedal, it spins the flywheel, and there are 4 bolts already screwed in on it for the legs.
Seems when assembled and in good color (new enamel paint); the Cast iron base will fetch a bit of money for interior decor but I am a practical man, I want functionality not just "looks"