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Sheldon Model A-1968: 4-way "Turret" Tool Post

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 19:36:16 GMT

I this is a 'turret' type type of "tool post" that came along with the early 1950's Atlas/Craftsman 12X36 metal lathe that I acquired last year. The name plate reads: "Sheldon Machine Co. Chicago, Ill. Model A-1968".

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Wheeler & Wilson #9 Treadle Sewing Machine

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 15:01:30 GMT

This a recently-acquired machine that was converted from treadle operation to electric quite some time ago. I have acquired the missing treadle, pitman, and band wheel. I am in the process of restoring the cabinet and machine as it was originally.

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My 1966 John Deere 110 Tractor

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 13:23:50 GMT

I acquired this tractor on 02/19/2009. It' s been sitting dormant and out in the weather for at least the past eight years. It came with an original set of wheel weights, along with it's front blade and rototiller implements.

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European Sewing Machines

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:11:49 GMT

These sewing machines were manufactured in Europe and either imported to the U.S. for sale, or they were shipped to the U.S. during a move by their former owners.

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NSMCO 'Brunswick Jr.' 3/4-size Sewing Machine

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 16:24:23 GMT

This Montgomery Wards "Brunswick Jr" VS sewing machine was the victim of poor packing by the eBay seller and possibly rough handling by the shipper. The machine arrived with it's bed broken completely into two pieces.

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Singer 31-20 Motor

Sun, 03 May 2009 23:29:41 GMT

This is the motor that came mounted on the underside my Singer 31-20's sewing machine table. The machine and table were sold new in August of 1928. The motor required very minimal cleaning and it weighs in at a hefty 40 lbs!

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Singer No. 7 Treadle Sewing Machine Cabinet

Mon, 27 Apr 2009 13:13:45 GMT

A recently-acquired Singer No. 7 'tiger oak' treadle cabinet. This cabinet came with no machine in it, and missing a few components (machine mounting hinges, etc).

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Damascus Treadle Sewing Machine

Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:42:04 GMT

A standard-size VS sewing machine in an un-usually small cabinet that has wooden legs. Update:04/17/2009: I no longer own this machine, having sold it today.

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Grand Union 44

Sun, 12 Apr 2009 12:55:00 GMT

This "Grand Union 44" Treadle Sewing machine head was manufactured by The New Home Sewing Machine Company of Orange, Massachusetts in 1912. It's a 'badged' version of the New Home 'Ruby' Model R2 VS (vibrating shuttle) sewing machine.

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Bern's '48 Ford : Phase Two: More Power

Sat, 28 Mar 2009 14:17:41 GMT

This series of photos deals with the drive-line swap that took place beginning in the late Fall of 1987, and the car's second year (1988) on the event circuit.. Although it ran great, the old flathead Ford 6-cylinder engine was a bit lacking in horsepowe

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