A New Addition
Meet Mr. Morse, the newest addition to my sewing studio!
Isn't he the prettiest shade of turquoise?
This was a Christmas gift from my sis-in-law who has EXCELLENT taste! The theme for our gift exchange this season was recycled/reused gifts, and can you believe she found Mr. Morse on sale in the local antique mall? It was meant to be!
I collect Singer vintage and antique machines, and have never heard of Morse before. I did a little research at the ISMACS sites, and discovered that this is a Japanese made machine, probably manufactured c.1950. I couldn't find any definitive dating information, but the style and color sure fit with a model from 1950. Word on the street is Morse are well made and long lasting machines that sew very well.
Look at this, Mr. Morse threads on the SIDE instead of the front. How funky is that? Don't ask me how to thread it, I'm waiting for the manual I special ordered to arrive before giving it a try. I also want to make sure I use the correct sized needles as well. Other than a little cleaning and oiling, he's in great shape, and I can't wait to give him a try!
Here's wishing all lots of happy sewing in the New Year!
Isn't he the prettiest shade of turquoise?
This was a Christmas gift from my sis-in-law who has EXCELLENT taste! The theme for our gift exchange this season was recycled/reused gifts, and can you believe she found Mr. Morse on sale in the local antique mall? It was meant to be!
I collect Singer vintage and antique machines, and have never heard of Morse before. I did a little research at the ISMACS sites, and discovered that this is a Japanese made machine, probably manufactured c.1950. I couldn't find any definitive dating information, but the style and color sure fit with a model from 1950. Word on the street is Morse are well made and long lasting machines that sew very well.
Look at this, Mr. Morse threads on the SIDE instead of the front. How funky is that? Don't ask me how to thread it, I'm waiting for the manual I special ordered to arrive before giving it a try. I also want to make sure I use the correct sized needles as well. Other than a little cleaning and oiling, he's in great shape, and I can't wait to give him a try!
Here's wishing all lots of happy sewing in the New Year!
Comments
Tove
www.relaxlovesew.blogspot.com
one day I bought me an electric one, a Toyota, and I gave my Husqvarna away to a Marrocain women with 5 children, who was left alone by her husband! she came to my place with only the handle and wheels of a baby-carriage, together we putted the sewing-machine on it, and so she went home. I still remember the thankful smile on her face, this happend in the late sixties, I'm still wondering whow she'doing now, and what about her 5 children! she was greatful with something I was happy to be rid of it!
This is Rachel from CMQG. Was looking at your flickr pics & saw your Morse. I have a "Visetti" Precision Deluxe JA-9. From what I've found, they are called by some Singer 15 clones made in Japan after WW11 when Singers patent ran out. Here's some info here.
http://blog.sew-classic.com/2008/12/31/it-looks-just-like-an-old-singer-sort-of-review-of-the-ha1-class-15-clone.aspx
See you at January meeting?
Her motor works great, she just needs a new rubber belt. Can I ask where you ordered your manual from? I'd love to know, I can't wait to get it cleaned and oiled and really start using it! :)
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Thanks!
Lauren
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