Alex Askaroff restoring a vintage sewing machine.

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This is a long clip so settle in, put your feet up and enjoy. I don't often get the time to film a restoration but I hope there are a few useful tips on how to bring a vintage sewing machine back to life. I also have booklets on tension adjusting and sewing machine fault finding on Amazon.

[@lauraroberts2250]

I love these old machines! I learned on a treadle when I was 10. I'm 70 now and have a 1902 Singer treadle. It's an amazing workhorse. Nothing phases it, unlike most modern plastic ones. I'm so glad you restore them to their former glory. With electricity prices sky rocketing I can see people power making a giant comeback!

[@wayneschmidt490]

Dear Alex, The case came out beautiful and the machine looks gorgeous, but what got me drooling was the box of spare parts you picked up for nothing. :-) Thanks for a great video! By the way, the baking soda and super glue gear teeth on my Biesalt and Locke worked! She sewed her first stitches tonight and none of the teeth broke off. Wayne Schmidt.

[@marleybu302]

I don't know why but I just absolutely love vintage/Victorian sewing machines. They are simply stunning . Gorgeous work.

[@karenl.4641]

It would be a real treat to live next door to you and see all the machines as they are brought back to life! What a bonus to see the end results of this ugly to beautiful and functional machine transformation. Thanks to you another piece of sewing machine history has been restored. I so enjoy watching your videos.

[@greetb9330]

Beautiful restoration Alex, it looks wonderful. Great job to save such a machine for future use, these items should be passed along to be used and enjoyed, well done!

[@jackierudd2010]

Oh dear Alex ! What a beautiful stunning machine. Need to get mine back out and have a little play, 😊 thanks for sharing your time with us 💖

[@dianegarcia1045]

Alex I have a childs 20 it doesn't pick up the stitches and the hand crank is off of the trackside is there a book one the childs 20 book

[@loriannpayne4483]

Oh my goodness - that is such an amazing transformation Alex! My husband enjoyed watching this with me as well. So Beautiful...

[@stevenarmstrong7575]

I really enjoy your videos. You have inspired me to restore a Wilcox and Gibbs that a neighbor gave me.

[@automotivedyi1984]

Super nice job . I’m grateful to you for making this video. Beautiful machine and the base you made is beautiful and impressive. Glad I found your channel.

[@ramloganfracic5761]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful video. I have a German sewing machine. GRITZNER DOULACH that I bought in a Garage sale that I restored but unable to tell how old it is.It came from Holland to Caribbean island St MAARTEN. I am very proud of it. Blessings and May God continue to bless you and your channel.

[@pamelagahan5601]

Alec as per usual, just hearing the joy in your voice as you describe the beauty for any old machine is wonderful. You did a great job bringing her back to life.

[@robinsartsandcrafts6500]

This warms my heart

[@michaelbean739]

Well Alex, Forty hours of your labor,and 15 minutes of fabulous video. Love to see that stack of old machines. Thanks Mike.

[@VintageModiste]

Maggie is a beauty for sure! Alex it's always amazing to watch you bring life back into these beautiful machines! Thank you, thank you, thank you!

[@AndreaDawnBrewer]

The instruction manual I have is from THE NEW HOME SEWING COMPANY MODEL 170.

[@yevonnecearns8023]

Alex, YOU are a treasure for sure... so talented! Beautiful work as always ⭐. Thank you for sharing 😀

[@leslieannehill6880]

Stunning! So inspiring to see this old girl get back to life!

[@KevinPinkerton]

Your videos are so entertaining. It is always a pleasure to watch and learn from you.

[@irepairofpc31familykartrac51]

Evaporust does a great job removing any rust. Makes bobbin winders cleanup great as well. I soak all metal parts in evaporust for 24 -48 hours. The metal comes out as good as new. I never have to sand only polish afterwards. Thanks for the videos I’ve watched them all many times.

[@alexaskaroff]

I was told about that many years ago by a watchmaker who cleaned his parts with that, very gentle way to clean rust away. I have used it for tricky shapes. But I love the burnished steel patina that oil and emery gives. Great tip.

[@songvector]

what a GORGEOUS machine and such a worthy project - you've got a work of art there! BRAVO and BRAVO!!

[@preciouspaulapierce5892]

What a great to watch this journey, such a work of art! The cabinet is just beautiful.....when I saw that gorgeous wood come to life, my heart stopped for just a second! Breathtaking😍

[@gigikeneipp5429]

You are AMAZING and so is Maggie!!

[@66vwbeetle]

Beautiful! Just discovered your channel after purchasing an 1891 singer treadle machine. Love the joy you have for these machines and the history you provide in your videos! Definitely subscribed!

[@jenniewilliamsmural]

Alex, do you know about Cathy Hays, who just unboxed one of these beautiful machines? She and her historical dress friends including Bernadette Banner are fighting fast fashion and inciting interest in machines like the ones that you love. Here is Cathy Hays unboxing a Frister and Rossman in merry olde England - your backyard. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXqnY4esec6JeMk Maybe she would like to do a tour of your shop some day. Warm regards Jennie

[@Seidz4]

So wonderful to see what you can do. I am in awe at your wisdom and knowledge. Hope it can be passed on somehow.

[@Isleskye]

I hadn't heard of an Elna Lotus in many years! Wonder why not? Are they available in USA or did I learn of this machine when I lived in Scotland? I want to learn more! Love your garden! That yellow and deep rose red rose nearly broke my heart for its incredible beauty. Monets water lily paintings do the same. Your Rose and Monet’s Water Lillie's are so beautiful my heart aches a little; I guess because they seem almost unearthly and impossibly beautiful. Thank you.

[@prettycurious141]

Lovely! Thanks for sharing your method of shinning up those metal bits.

[@amos616]

Just stunning!!! Amazing job you did with the restoration and so excited to see it sewing so beautifully again. Thank you for your hard work and for documenting it so we can learn as well!!!

[@themisslobodianmottaabdo2077]

Thank you! I am from Brazil and I bought my 222k from Argentina, the shipping cost more than machine vir I am ver, ver happy with it.

[@annrose5441]

A work of art!

[@hamansutra]

Well Dun Sir

[@jimtwisted1984]

I think this is my favorite episode I just wish you had shown some of the workings underneath.

[@akbunny5221]

Excellent Sir, thank you....!

[@allie1lilly2]

That was my treat for the day. Alex what kind of shuttle does this machine use? I have a vintage machine German made but cant find a shuttle for it. Your machine is just beautiful. Thanks for sharing this with us.

[@alexaskaroff]

Finding the right shuttle is a problem. I have a clip about them that I'll load up.

[@jennifergeorgia5445]

Lovely!

[@naomilamb7406]

I’m wondering how much antique sewing machine? I have one thank you, but I don’t know how much?

[@naomilamb7406]

Antique sewing machine. G8117842. That is what I have.

[@stevewalker1201]

What do you use to get that shine on the black /gold paintwork ?, please love all your Video s

[@alexaskaroff]

I use a carnauba wax.

[@verdandiknits]

is the Fritzer& Rossmann German? I just started into sewing machines and I'm so fascinated by the reatively simple but jet so effective design!

[@alexaskaroff]

Yes they were originally German, check out this page, sewalot.com/frister_rossmann.htm

[@verdandiknits]

@@alexaskaroff so, I totally blame you, that I bought a Frister&Rossmann from ebay today ;) After a bit of research, I found out that she's a model E. The girl seems to be pretty complete (missing a base though), but she needs a crank. Is this something I could get from you? Or might there be a similar machine ( the singer 28?) whose crank might fit?

[@johngrainger9098]

Hi Alex, I am a retired engineer, 73 years old and have decided to have a go at sewing machine restoration, I have bought a Frister and Rossmann model E VS, I am finding it very difficult to find any info on adjustments required after a stripdown and refurb, I wondered if you could point me to any useful resources for info and spares. Best regards John

[@johngrainger9098]

THANKS FOR YOU HELP, I DON'T KNOW WHAT I WOULD HAVE DONE WITHOUT YOU

[@darrylstarkey962]

Very nice video Alex tell me do you have boat shuttles for sale I am restoring my first frister & rossmann ineed a key for the case take Darryl

[@SewTexas]

nice

[@scottsews]

Hi what brand of stain did you use? It looks really good

[@AndreaDawnBrewer]

Hi Alex! I have a vintage Bradford machine. I just bought it this past weekend. It worked when I tested it out. I got it home and it started smoking. I think there's a problem with the motor. I liked it, but it is no longer sewing. Any way I can fix it myself? The model number is M 122960. The light works. It's getting power from the presser foot, but it's not engaging the balance wheel.

[@lucygonzalez5777]

👍🥰🤣😷🤗

[@denisefeetham2586]

Hello do you sell the manchines

[@mariamarfil1620]

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼❤️

[@denisefeetham2586]

Is this number 10maggie for ale please

[@operasona888]

It's for sale?