I am loving this and learning so much, I had gotten one like this with 2 drawers on each side, I would say an older machine to this, it had a shuttle. I got that at an estate sale here in SF bay area for $30, it was dirty, aligatoring shellack so I restored it, all unplanned and as I dove into it unprepared I finished it all the way through, its really nice and the wood shines with golden color, I applied some oak stain to it to even out the discoloration and applied varnish afterwards.
Love this video, I have a singer almost just like this one minus the motor attachment that I will be attempting to restore this year sometime. I may send you a few pictures of this machine. Keep up the GREAT work. 👍🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️
Enjoyed learning from your approach. Looking forward to part 2. I have my Grandmother's machine dated approx 1900. Still pondering what to do about the cabinet. Veneer worse than the one you're working on. Still want to salvage as much as I can. Thank you for sharing and helping others bring these treasures back to a useful life.
It's my pleasure. In my 2nd Singer restoration I showed how to replace the entire veneer sheet on the work surface, if that helps you. Good luck with your restoration. Being a family heirloom makes it all the more worthwhile.
That is a Singer 66 Red Eye. I'll tell you, the whole thing is worth more as a real treadle rather than an electric machine sitting in a treadle cabinet. The value as a treadle is approximately $200 tops. The Red Eye 66 was probably the most common machine Singer ever made in all its incarnations. Had the decals been different there would be a little more value but only to those who actually know the difference. If you're going to clean the machine, use sewing machine oil, that's all you need. You can buy it at Walmart in the sewing notions department.
Lost Mountain Restoration It's ok, since I'm a collector I'm more familiar with the terms and how to restore just the machines. You're the cabinet guru. 😄
This is tremendously helpful for me as a beginner. My cabinet is about the same age as this and is actually nearly pristine ... it’s just thinking about cracking and has a few spots it’s uneven. Would you advise I wait until it gets worse or tackle it now in preventive mode? Also do you know what makes the black staining you see on yours? I have a couple of spots and I thought it was like black ink but it seems to be under the shellac? Expert advice would be appreciated!
Love how you explained things. Thank you so much for putting this out there. What kind of glue do you use? I saw in the beginning of part 2 you have a small veneer sheet. Where do you get small ones? All the local hardware stores require bulk purchase around me.
I have this exact machine. 1910 G series. I'm having an issue with the new belt I just installed. It will, and has turned. But then its slipping. I personally can not make the belt any tighter, and I have oiled the joints. Any suggestions?
does anyone know how to fix a tilt-style middle drawer on one of these cabinets? I'm trying to put one back in but I have no idea how the hinges even work or if I'm missing something :(
There are 3 complete Singer restorations on the channel. In one I glue up a badly delaminated "Garage" (actually called the cradle, according to one of my astute viewers). Hope this helps.
Shellac is the easiest finish to repair WITHOUT refinishing, so I don't understand why you feel the need to strip it if they want to preserve the patina.
Also neither of the top drawers had a bevel, all the fronts on these are usually identical. They're just both broken. I see on the side links that the entire 3-part series is already done, so I'm curious to see how this all turns out.
I would never attempt to top coat over a finish so badly compromised. It was missing finish, cracking, alligatoring and it was simply filthy from years of storage. I actually tried to clean off a small section and most of the finish came off.
hi if something likethis was brought to me NO NO nO I would refer them to you. I hope your peeps realize we won't put the time into this .there is at least 6-month wait before we look at this type project. If it takes 40 hrs labor that's 1 k plus @500 parts @#25 per ha the with case/cab singer machine is worth $450 unless it a family heirloom, Now if it was a more valuable sewer OK .sorry you are a blessing
You are absolutely correct. It takes a tremendous amount of time and hard work to do this kind of restoration; and they are more a labor of love than a business project. Only the family heirlooms can get this attention as the value of these machines finished is far, far less than what it costs to restore them.
I am loving this and learning so much, I had gotten one like this with 2 drawers on each side, I would say an older machine to this, it had a shuttle. I got that at an estate sale here in SF bay area for $30, it was dirty, aligatoring shellack so I restored it, all unplanned and as I dove into it unprepared I finished it all the way through, its really nice and the wood shines with golden color, I applied some oak stain to it to even out the discoloration and applied varnish afterwards.
I own my grandmother's machine, which is identical to this one, including the motor. And it works.
Love this video, I have a singer almost just like this one minus the motor attachment that I will be attempting to restore this year sometime. I may send you a few pictures of this machine. Keep up the GREAT work. 👍🏻❤️❤️❤️❤️
You have such patience on what is a big job. Can't wait to see part 2.
Thanks. Uploading 2 and 3 now. Hope you enjoy them.
Very helpful
3 videos!?!? Damn Larry you’re spoiling us!!! Love it!
Thanks!
Enjoyed learning from your approach. Looking forward to part 2. I have my Grandmother's machine dated approx 1900. Still pondering what to do about the cabinet. Veneer worse than the one you're working on. Still want to salvage as much as I can. Thank you for sharing and helping others bring these treasures back to a useful life.
It's my pleasure. In my 2nd Singer restoration I showed how to replace the entire veneer sheet on the work surface, if that helps you. Good luck with your restoration. Being a family heirloom makes it all the more worthwhile.
Thanks, I'll check it out. Yes, IMO, it is worth the effort to pass it on to it on to one of her great grandchildren.
You are the Best! Thank you so much! Kisses from Brazil!
Thank you! 😃
That is a Singer 66 Red Eye. I'll tell you, the whole thing is worth more as a real treadle rather than an electric machine sitting in a treadle cabinet. The value as a treadle is approximately $200 tops. The Red Eye 66 was probably the most common machine Singer ever made in all its incarnations. Had the decals been different there would be a little more value but only to those who actually know the difference. If you're going to clean the machine, use sewing machine oil, that's all you need. You can buy it at Walmart in the sewing notions department.
The "garage" is called the cradle. 😊
Thank You! For the life of me, I couldn't remember what you had told me. It's terrible getting old! LOL.
You can clean the irons with sewing machine oil or just about any oil really and they normally look pretty decent when you're done.
Lost Mountain Restoration It's ok, since I'm a collector I'm more familiar with the terms and how to restore just the machines. You're the cabinet guru. 😄
Lindo o que fazes sou uma apaixonada por moveis antigos
I wish you were in Bakersfield California. I have machine wood flaking I catch on my clothing.
This cabinet is in very similar condition to my Nana's. Watching closely!
My mom had that ... :)
High just a question is it wood glue or contact glue? Thanks I love your video
This is tremendously helpful for me as a beginner. My cabinet is about the same age as this and is actually nearly pristine ... it’s just thinking about cracking and has a few spots it’s uneven. Would you advise I wait until it gets worse or tackle it now in preventive mode? Also do you know what makes the black staining you see on yours? I have a couple of spots and I thought it was like black ink but it seems to be under the shellac? Expert advice would be appreciated!
I'd have to see the stain to give you a better idea, sorry. Nothing wrong with working on it now so you can fully enjoy it. Good luck.
Love how you explained things. Thank you so much for putting this out there. What kind of glue do you use? I saw in the beginning of part 2 you have a small veneer sheet. Where do you get small ones? All the local hardware stores require bulk purchase around me.
I use PVA glue for most applications. Epoxy with filler if a fit is loose. Hot hide glue for antiques and some veneer repairs. Thanks for watching!
@@LostMountainRestoration thank you so much! I'll be sharing your video on the Facebook group im in to help others too!
Great restoration congratulations..Do you know of somebody or company that restore In Florida machine like that one?
I have this exact machine. 1910 G series. I'm having an issue with the new belt I just installed. It will, and has turned. But then its slipping. I personally can not make the belt any tighter, and I have oiled the joints. Any suggestions?
I have one of those
does anyone know how to fix a tilt-style middle drawer on one of these cabinets? I'm trying to put one back in but I have no idea how the hinges even work or if I'm missing something :(
What type of wood is the veneer made from?
16 hrs so far
8 more hrs till I am .completely done Franklin but no way as in such bad shape to start with. $200 bought her
Can you or do you restore those sewing machines? Repair it to original condition? Just the machine.
HAVE YOU GOT ANY VIDEO OF REPAIRS TO THE (GARAGE)
There are 3 complete Singer restorations on the channel. In one I glue up a badly delaminated "Garage" (actually called the cradle, according to one of my astute viewers). Hope this helps.
Why not use a needle file on the screws?
Yes, that would have worked as well. Thanks for watching.
24:38 It’s looking pretty flat!
How is it that your shirt and pants aren’t covered in glue drips and smears like mine are after a gluing session?
I have a pair of work pants that need a Hazmat placard when I drive in them. LOL.
Shellac is the easiest finish to repair WITHOUT refinishing, so I don't understand why you feel the need to strip it if they want to preserve the patina.
Also neither of the top drawers had a bevel, all the fronts on these are usually identical. They're just both broken. I see on the side links that the entire 3-part series is already done, so I'm curious to see how this all turns out.
I would never attempt to top coat over a finish so badly compromised. It was missing finish, cracking, alligatoring and it was simply filthy from years of storage. I actually tried to clean off a small section and most of the finish came off.
Yes, I mis-spoke there. The owners were fine with the one drawer being left as it was. The other one I fixed because of the missing veneer.
hi if something likethis was brought to me NO NO nO I would refer them to you. I hope your peeps realize we won't put the time into this .there is at least 6-month wait before we look at this type project. If it takes 40 hrs labor that's 1 k plus @500 parts @#25 per ha the with case/cab singer machine is worth $450 unless it a family heirloom, Now if it was a more valuable sewer OK .sorry you are a blessing
You are absolutely correct. It takes a tremendous amount of time and hard work to do this kind of restoration; and they are more a labor of love than a business project. Only the family heirlooms can get this attention as the value of these machines finished is far, far less than what it costs to restore them.
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