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Question by loretta5m
Submitted on 11/9/2003
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I have a 1913 white rotary sewing machine in mint condition.    FR2446-944, LAST PATENT JUNE 3 1913, CLEVELAND OHIO. Would like to know how much this is worth and any information about it.


Answer by Canuk
Submitted on 12/23/2003
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Loretta I have one also FR2490938,last patent June 3 1913. Mint condition to. Just inherited it. Trying to find it's value. Will post here if I find out

 

Answer by brathke
Submitted on 1/18/2004
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I just found a White Family Rotary U.S.A. in poor condition. FR 273720, last patent September 12, 1905. I am having trouble finding any information about the old White machines, even on their web site.

 

Answer by redline60
Submitted on 2/3/2004
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Ok folks,

I've been researching the White sewing machine question for another forum, and came across this one.  It's real hard to put a figure on it, but it looks like people are valuing the ones they have on Ebay for around $150, on average, so I'd value a vintage White sewing machine at around $100 to $110.

 

Answer by Cissy
Submitted on 2/26/2004
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I don't know the answer, but I know two places you can look.  Bob McDougal's Sewing Machines recently sold me the bobbins and a presser foot for a White Rotary Machine with the Serial # E-6354 & Motor # 3A-250V.  Ask for Doug when calling 713-864-2601, or write to him @ 1301 Yale, Houston, TX 77008. Good Luck! The family has been doing business with his company since the 1930's.  The other place you might have luck is Sewing Machine Warehouse, 17776 Tomball Parkway, Tomball, TX 77070, ask to speak to the manager when calling 281-469-5377.  He has been helpful also.

 

Answer by janet
Submitted on 3/21/2004
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my mother has a white machine she got from her mother .we need a belt for it but cannot find a serial # nowhere on it. are there anywhere we can find parts for an old white machine?

 

Answer by Maggie
Submitted on 4/3/2004
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Found an old white sewing machine at an antique store, seriel #FR438056.  Didn't have a belt so went and bought a bag of assorted sized rubber bands.  The big blue one works, if that is any help for someone with no belt.

 

Answer by Linda Hemsely
Submitted on 4/7/2004
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Mother in has a White Rotary F2647157, June 3, 1913.  She is still using it.  An just recently the bobbin Assembly broke.  I need to find a place to get a replacement part.

 

Answer by Athena
Submitted on 4/14/2004
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Apparently this guy finds obscure machine parts and will drop ship them to you if he can find them and he found a White sewing machine replacement part for a women then sent it to her so check out the website and maybe it will help you too.

http://www.a1sewingmachine.com/parts.html

 

Answer by Ardith
Submitted on 4/19/2004
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I have a White rotary machine #FR3409440. would like to know about how old it might be.  It is in a sewing table, quite ornate, and the complete top of the table lifts off so that you can raise the machine to use.  

 

Answer by Grandma Jean
Submitted on 4/20/2004
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I have a White Rotary Sewing Machine last patent June 13, 1913 number FR2464165,
also have booklet and attachments "Five Stitch Attachment Book 12 Directions for using
the White Rotary Sewing Machine. What is the value?

 

Answer by TBG
Submitted on 4/22/2004
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It's very hard to find parts for old sewing machines and I'm afraid many of the sewing machine shops aren't much help. One place I have found help is in a yahoo group called wefixit where they say they are "shade tree sewing machine mechanics". People ask for parts there too, plus I got a lot of good advice fixing my old machine.

 

Answer by Moonbeam
Submitted on 4/25/2004
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Wow! Based on the answers I found here, I discoverd there are a lot of us in the same boat.  Today I bought a White Rotary USA machine at our local Goodwill store.  It included two metal boxes of foots, hemmers, and other fun things.  I am also looking for an age, how to obtain a belt, and a manual on how to run it.  It is beautiful!!  A couple of comments: First, Linda, you appear to be looking for a bobbin assembly.  I think I may have two.  I'd hate for your mother to not be able to use hers, so if you could fill me in more, I may be able to help!  Also, thank you'sto Athena for the website and Cissy for the phone numbers, they are the next place I will try!

 

Answer by bone170
Submitted on 4/26/2004
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I am looking for a manual for a white rotary sewing machine last patent june 3 1913 ..   I just got it from a friend but have no clue on how to thread it back up or use it.. So if any one knows where i can find one or if someone has one if they could get a copy of it.

 

Answer by Jack
Submitted on 4/27/2004
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Her are a couple of sites that may help with dating and manuals, parts, etc for old White machines. The serial number is often stamped on the base at the lower right of the machine as you are facing it.

http://www.treadleon.net/whitesm/whites.html

http://www.sewserg.com/products/abp06884-0095.html

http://www.sew2go.com/manual.htm#operating

 

Answer by Pearl
Submitted on 5/3/2004
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I have a White Rotary FR3330475 and White Sewing Machine Support at info@husqvarnaviking.com gave me the date as 1927.  Their customer service # is 800-446-2333.
I need the power cord for mine.  Any ideas?

 

Answer by Dorothy
Submitted on 5/3/2004
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I have a old treadle sewing machine and I have all my sewing machine fix at one place.
Here is the name and address
Main Sewing Service
3402 Dahlgreen Dr. Westerville, Ohio 43081
Hope this will.

 

Answer by fhynder
Submitted on 5/30/2004
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i have a question regarding a white treadle machine with last patent listed: nov. 1881.  there are several other patent #'s listed dating back to 1872. patent #'s are engraved into a metal plate which fits over the bobbin.  also on this plate is another number in a larger "font", which may be the serial # as we cannot find a serial # at any other place on the machine.  that # is: 965584.  the machine has a removable wooden box type cover with a keyhole.  any help in identifying this machine would be great.  thanks.

 

Answer by Cherish
Submitted on 6/2/2004
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I have a White Rotary FR374554.  I called the Husqvarna/Viking Customer Service at 1-800-446-2333 and they told me it was created in 1911.   I would love to find manuals and parts.  I was also referred to the book Encylopedia of Antique Sewing Machines by Carter Bays.  

 

Answer by tenaciousewe
Submitted on 6/4/2004
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I have a White Rotary sewing machine patented in 1927 The numbers on the top right side is 1x49901
underneath is 9002-2r
and the # on motor is492286

 

Answer by Val
Submitted on 6/9/2004
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I was looking at one of the sites that Jack submitted and it said that there is a place to get a copy of the white rotary manual:

http://www.demon.co.uk/quinn/manuals/white/index.html

 

Answer by sharon
Submitted on 6/11/2004
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I have purchased a White Treadle Base Machine with a pop-up machine. Serial # FR2928325, also looking for way to find date of manufacture.  

 

Answer by Dale
Submitted on 6/23/2004
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I have a White rotery Petal. All is working and there . Is in pretty good condition.
    Sn FR2248312 So what year was it made ?. And whats it worth?

 

Answer by dlw
Submitted on 6/23/2004
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I have a White Rotary, Patent date, I believe is 1913. I'd love to pass it on to someone who needs parts.  The cabinet is in pretty rough condition. I last sewed on it in the 1980's and it worked fine.  The belt is now loose and I've forgotten how to tighten it.  

 

Answer by Susie
Submitted on 7/8/2004
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I recently found my grandmother's 1920's ish, i believe, white rotary model.  it still has all of it's parts with it, including manual and spare parts, and spare motor.  i'd be more than willing to scan the booklet for anyone interested.

sue07_1@hotmail.com

 

Answer by Susie
Submitted on 7/8/2004
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http://pages.marshallsbrocante.com/5018/InventoryPage/912795/1.html

Price listed as $795

http://www.superpawn.com/product.asp?catalog%5Fname=SuperPawn&category%5Fname=Antiques&product%5Fid=964629&condition=Good&age=&mfgname=White+Family+Rotary&mdlname=Sewing+Machine&statuscode=&holdingstore=
Original price listed as $2099
marked down price: $1599
then marked to: $639.60

 

Answer by Cathy
Submitted on 7/10/2004
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I just recieved a whites treadle machine from my aunt.  so I am very interested in finding out about it.  the model number is FR2285869 the last patent date on it is June 3, 1913.  Would love to find a manual on it or even the worth.

 

Answer by Jim
Submitted on 7/10/2004
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My wife has her Grandmothers treadle sewing machine and it has no identifying model that we have found. It is done up bueatifully painted originol with EUREKA across the top in full color over black. And in a 5 drawr cabnet. We would like to know who makes it and what year it was manufactured?

 

Answer by msbettt
Submitted on 8/5/2004
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i  have  a  rotary  white  machine #PR2811666  was  my  grand  mothers and  i  just got it today the  last pat was June  30, 1913   The cabinet  is  in great condition and  all  partworking prettygood    having  some trouble with feeding of  material  any   suggestion on how to  adjust that  have no booklet  with it  thanks b wright

 

Answer by Carrellfam
Submitted on 8/19/2004
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I just found a White Rotary at my local Good will and they had it sitting in the cornor and they had thought it was a table at first.  I opened it up to find the 1920 sewing machine inside, priced at $30.  And I've found out that it is worth about $150 - $250 depending on if it will work or not.  Thought I would share that.  :o)  Makes you smile.

 

Answer by Juanita
Submitted on 10/10/2004
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I have a White Rotary sewing machine patented in 1890 & would like to know where I can buy FR needles for this. I've tried several sites but no luck. Can someone help me? I would appreciated.

 

Answer by jr
Submitted on 11/1/2004
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DLW is your cabinet a #22 White Family Rotary Automatic Lift Cabinet?  I had my grandmothers shipped and it was destroyed.  Looking jr

 

Answer by antiquekathi
Submitted on 12/2/2004
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Info. about dating White machines on:

http://www.treadleon.net/whitesm/whites.html

 

Answer by Bev
Submitted on 12/24/2004
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In response to Susi's post on the price of a White machine at a pawn shop - it was $639 - it is now still for sale for just over $400.  I don't believe that this is a good deal.  I just purchased a White machine - last patent date is April 10, 1895.  It sold for $30.00 at an auction and it has the original manual, attachments, the cabinet is beautiful and in great shape.

 

Answer by georgeinva
Submitted on 12/28/2004
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I have run accross the same machine as FHYNDER (submitted on 5/30/04)...."i have a question regarding a white treadle machine with last patent listed: nov. 1881.  there are several other patent #'s listed dating back to 1872. patent #'s are engraved into a metal plate which fits over the bobbin.  also on this plate is another number in a larger "font", which may be the serial # as we cannot find a serial # at any other place on the machine.  that # is: 965584.  the machine has a removable wooden box type cover with a keyhole.  any help in identifying this machine would be great.  thanks."....my "font/serial number" is 854957.  Any information would be great!

 

Answer by Donna
Submitted on 1/11/2005
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I have a white machine model #565 serial 12966 I just inherited from Grandma- I can't seem to find anything on it, anyone have any ideas.

 

Answer by Dalles
Submitted on 2/1/2005
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I have a 1928 White Rotary sewing machine for sale on Ebay item number 6151088511  

 

Answer by Ed
Submitted on 2/7/2005
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How do you submit a question about a White Rotary treadle sewing machine?

 

Answer by flowerchild
Submitted on 4/9/2005
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I just had my belt replaced on my 1913 White Rotary FR2690336. It belonged to my mother who passed when I was 4 and I was very blessed to have gotten the machine. The manual is missing pages and the ones left are VERY brittle. I sewed on it in highschool, back when dinos roamed the earth, but I now need that manual. I tried the sites listed here but the pages had closed or had new names, which I don't know how to find.......HELP!!! Oh, belts can be found at lots of quilting stores...the old rawhide kinds.  

 

Answer by Kim
Submitted on 4/29/2005
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WANTED:
I WOULD LIKE TO BUY A WHITE TREADLE SEWING MACHINE AND CABINET. THE ONE I'M LOOKING FOR HAS 6 DRAWERS THREE ON EACH SIDE AND IS MADE OF OAK. IF YOU HAVE ANY INFORMATION TO WHERE I COULD FIND ONE PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
WWW.GOODIES4U_81@EXCITE.COM

THANKS FOR ALL OF YOUR INFORMATION.

YOU CAN ALL THE FAQS YOU NEED ON TREADLEON.NET THE OWNER IS REALLY NICE AND WILL HELP WITH ANY THING JUST GO TO THE WHITE SEWING MACHINE.

 

Answer by casey
Submitted on 5/23/2005
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I recently found a White Rotary sewing machine, it is a Martha Washington. Has a beautiful cabinet. The model number is FR3283001 and patent date is 1900-1911. Would anyone have any information on this machine?

 

Answer by DeepCoffin2121
Submitted on 5/30/2005
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How old does a sewing machine have to be to be an antique?  Please someone tell me something.

  Thanks, Crystal

Email me at DeepCoffin2121@aol.com

 

Answer by CICI
Submitted on 6/4/2005
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found old Kenmore sewing machine.  Where can I find info on it.  Model and serial(E-6354)DC AC 75 cycle  110V. 6AMP  65watts  ?  Need to find website .

CiCi

 

Answer by CICI
Submitted on 6/4/2005
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Looking for the year on a Kenmore sewing machine.  Model #117-813  Seria#108091  .  Handstamped #505

 

Answer by Dan
Submitted on 6/4/2005
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My wife just picked a White Rotary USA Treadle machine today at a yard sale. The nice wooden drawer case got wet in a storage shed so it needs some work but all the parts are there including the two metal bobbin boxes and manual.I just need to pick a new leather belt from foot peddel to machine that was broken. Any one know where to get one?The 65 year old man at the sale said it was his wife's grandmother's. Serial # FR 2319 438 From what others have written it must be 90 or so years old.. :-)

 

Answer by mggl7
Submitted on 6/11/2005
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I HAVE A WHITE ROTARY LAST PATTEN WAS 6-3-1913.do not know how the belt runs any help?

 

Answer by Ally
Submitted on 6/15/2005
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Does anyone know what an Evan Rotary sewing machine is?  That is the only name I can find and that is on the booklet.  I found the #'s 3611 on the machine, but I can't find anything out about it

 

Answer by tpzgal
Submitted on 6/27/2005
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I just bought a White Rotary, the Martha Washington model, in an oak cabinet with all attachments, no book.  It's lovely black with engravings all over base of machine and scroll plate.  Model # FR5003126, Motor #398354, Casting number on back of machine is #9001.  Any help would be so appreciated. It still has the Good Housekeeping Seal in the left side of the cabinet lid.

 

Answer by DBELL3255
Submitted on 7/16/2005
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PATTERN TO THREAD THE OLD PADDLE MACHINE, AND A COPY OF MANUAL FOR THE YEAR 1800 WHITE  PADDLE MACHINE.

THANKS....

 

Answer by Kathy Mc
Submitted on 7/29/2005
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I just got a White Rotary Sewing Machine and am trying to find info and repair for it. It seems the motor is burned out. I would also like to get the manual...I have one but pages are torn. ksr51@comcast.net

 

Answer by Ida
Submitted on 8/6/2005
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I have just purchased a White Rotary Sewing Machine (electric) Model FR 3060246.  The owner stated it was built in 1924.   I have a photocopy of "5 Stitch Attachments Book 12" Directions for Using the White Rotary Sewing Machine.   I will be happy to photocopy for anyone who needs a copy.  Mine is also a photocopy.

 

Answer by sewingqueen
Submitted on 8/26/2005
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I have a white rotary electric sewing machine series 77. I am trying to find out how much it is worth. And some other information on how to use it because the book that came with it is hard to understand.
Thank you in advance.

 

Answer by lorri
Submitted on 8/27/2005
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I have just bought an white rotary electric machine in perfect condition. It sits an cuboard, oak I think with drawers. Has book # 31 and I think the serial # is 3Lx7270 the # on the motor is C24039. HAS ALL KINDS OF GOODIES IN THE PULL OUT DRAWES.The kids love the way it folds into its cabnet.Any ideas on how old it is.
You can email me at lorrib5@hotmail.com
thanks

 

Answer by Amber
Submitted on 9/7/2005
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I have a white rotary sewing machine FR 2473451. I cannot find this # anywhere and I would like to know some information about it and about how much it's worth. thank you

Amber

 

Answer by NeeNee
Submitted on 9/16/2005
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I have a 1927 White Rotary electric sewing machine and cabinet.  The doors are missing.  Does anyone have a complete cabinet, with doors, that I could get a picture of the outside and inside of the doors from?

 

Answer by CoCo
Submitted on 9/25/2005
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I have a White Rotary Sewing Machine with many parts and accessories. It is the portable version with a solid wood carrier with Bakelite handle.  It's from about 1900-13 and is ornately decorated. It was owned by a nationally famous woman painter who recently passed on. It has all original parts, including the electrical cord and bobbins. I also have a book of poetry and drawings owned by the same wonderful, interesting woman.

 

Answer by Susie
Submitted on 9/26/2005
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Sorry to anyone who i didn't get a chance to reply to or send the manual, life has been hectic.  When i finally do scan the manual, i'lltry to create a website where it can be accessed.  

I am also currently looking for a buyer for the sewing machine.

Please contact sue07_1@hotmail.com under the subject of "White Sewing Machine" if you or someone you know would be interested in buying the sewing machine.  Please include some sort of contact information if you prefer that over email.

 

Answer by Robin
Submitted on 10/1/2005
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I just recently aquired a White Rotary Machine with the Serial # E-6354.. Would like to find out when it was made and where to order parts from.

 

Answer by white rotary
Submitted on 10/14/2005
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i need to know if my motor is working properly

 

Answer by Rose Andre
Submitted on 10/19/2005
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I have a patent White Rotary sewing machine dated 1890.  Is the compant still around

 

Answer by djsewfine@aol.com
Submitted on 11/26/2005
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I just recently "rescued" a Florence Rotary treadle machine with a unique sewing cabinet. I have a manuel if anyone would likle a copy. I have all the attachments, but machine is in dire need of TLC. I am restoring the cabinet. It has a cable lift.

 

Answer by djsewfine@aol.com
Submitted on 11/26/2005
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I just recently "rescued" a Florence Rotary treadle machine with a unique sewing cabinet. I have a manuel if anyone would likle a copy. I have all the attachments, but machine is in dire need of TLC. I am restoring the cabinet. It has a cable lift
The serial is #FR 7013296

 

Answer by michael
Submitted on 12/1/2005
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I have a White family rotary machine last patented september 1887. I have all original parts, instruction manual and warrantee, expired April 1906. Have decided to refinish it in time for April 2006. Any suggestions as to value. Condition is excellent.

 

Answer by michael
Submitted on 12/1/2005
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I have a White Family Rotary machine patented in September 1887. It is a model "No.25 Automatic Swing Drop Rotary" serial number 109325 with full set of attachments, original operating manual and warrantee (expired April 1906). It is in very good working condition and I have just refinished in time for 2005. Any suggestions as to value?

 

Answer by Marne
Submitted on 12/4/2005
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I have a White Rotary given to me by the son of the original owner.  It is one with the FR 3...  serial numbers.  The cabinet is the same as "Ardith" above.  I just wanted to make sure that she knew that the top ends of the cabinet lift up and the storage runs about 11" deep. They are quite hidden to not-yet-sewers like myself and my friend. He had possession of the machine for several years before realizing the sides lift up.        

 

Answer by charlie
Submitted on 12/10/2005
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I have an old white treadle sewing machine. I have a complete kit of bobbins, needles,etc., and manual. if any one is interested please e-mail cbasden@trinex.net

 

Answer by shawn
Submitted on 12/20/2005
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I have a Whites Rotary # FR2688960 from 1918 am trying to find the book on it if anyone can help i would rally like them too.

 

Answer by Gerald (graphicguru)
Submitted on 12/29/2005
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My wife just bought a White rotary 1927 model, in good condition, works very well.. Can anyone give an 'approximate' ballpark value on it?

 

Answer by bdk1966
Submitted on 2/2/2006
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i too have an early 1900's white sewing machine. fr3083212. i also have all the parts to it as well as a manual and instruction booklet on how to use it. i would like to get a price for it or sell it for $125.00.

 

Answer by kormak
Submitted on 2/28/2006
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There are alot more White Rotaries on ebay, here is the link:

http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?from=R40&satitle=White+Rotary+sewing

there is a beautiful 1930's model here for around 20$ : http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-White-Rotary-Sewing-Machine-w-Cabinet-1930s_W0QQitemZ6256469677QQcategoryZ605QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem



http://kormak.ca

 

Answer by Penny
Submitted on 3/29/2006
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I have a treadle white sewing machine that was my grandmothers, the top lifts up and brings the machine up, the cable has broken. how can I get it fixed?

 

Answer by Jean
Submitted on 4/8/2006
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I just purchased a June 1913 White Rotary Sewing machine. The model number is FR 254-1416. It needs the bobbin assembly and a belt.  Where can I purchase these items and how much is it worth as is? The cabinet has 6 drawers, one of which has a special shelf for holding bobbins.  The front of the cabinet spells out WHITE in raised letters.

 

Answer by cbird
Submitted on 5/1/2006
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I have a White Family Rotary, last patented on April 10, 1900.  It is in an oak cabinet with detailed ornate flowers painted on the base of the work area.  Just curious to see what it is worth as well.

 

Answer by MASTER
Submitted on 5/14/2006
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i have a white rotary that folds down into the cabinet my grandmother passed away and im clearing the house out to be sold
the patent is from april 10,1900 to june 8,1913 model fr-2559954 i have all the attachments and the manual ...i dont have a clue what its worth  
and i need to sell it along with her other things i have no use for ...if someone could tell me around what they go for would be great .. or if intrested e-mail me at

master0fpuppets@mybluelight.com

ty

 

Answer by Peggyjeanne
Submitted on 5/30/2006
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I have a White Sewing Machine.  It looks like it might be from the 1950's.  It's electrical, and in a suitcase.  The serial number is 77MG101744.  Also, on the manufacturer's sticker, it gives this number, E-6354.  Does anyone know anything about this machine?  Is it worth anything?Thanks.

 

Answer by Gloria
Submitted on 7/4/2006
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I have a portable White Rotary sewing machine model #77MC103992 in good condition and all is there plus extra feet and buttonholer, ruffler etc.  No Book
How much is it worth and where can I obtain a book.

 

Answer by galquast
Submitted on 7/11/2006
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I have a 1913 (the latest date on the steel plate covering the bobin assembly) White Rotary, in a White cabnet w/ 4 drawers & 2 sm. cabnets.  I am wanting to know how to make a belt for the wheels.  I had made a belt w/ slim leather - which worked well for a long time;  made 1/2 a quilt & much more over the yr.s!  BUT, now the leather has stretched out.  I tried to remake the belt - w/ the same leather I'd used B-4, but for some reason, I cannot get it rite.  Is there a secret I do not know of?  Such as, a way to connect the ends of the belt/leather?!  Please, I want to continue sewing!!  I'd love any suggestions or ingenuity/tricks that you know of!  I just mainly want to know how to attatch the ends of the belt assembly on the White Rotary 1913, non-electric, foot peddle powered machine.  Thanx!

 

Answer by galquast
Submitted on 7/16/2006
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I have a white rotary machine, not electric, last pat. date 1913 that I bought in 1990 for $35.  It has attachments & instuction book.  It did not have a belt.  I made a belt from leather strips, attaching the ends w/ staples & florist tape.  Worked for a long time (I'm making a quilt, now), but the leather streatched out & when I tried to reattach it, it didn't work.  Any suggestions?

 

Answer by Darren
Submitted on 8/8/2006
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I have been in contact with the guy at a1sewingmachine about a need I have and he was very short and rude in his emails as if I were bothering him by asking if he could help.  I usually don't put such things on sites but he really rubbed me the wrong way and I don't expect such treatment from people who say they are in the customer service industry.


 

Answer by Jean
Submitted on 8/10/2006
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have White Rotary 75-44743 in cabinet - interested in finding info on it - seems to work, wondering value???

 

Answer by Diann
Submitted on 9/5/2006
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If you are looking for any old sewing machine parts, bobbins, manuals, help, Bob McDougal's Sewing Machines as seen above has them. I have a  Singer Feather Weight, a Singer treadle machine from the 1800s, a White Rotary and a Viking Huskvarna. They have stuff for all of them and knowledge too. Thank you Doug for your help.
(713) 864 2601 in Houston Texas.

 

Answer by Sharon
Submitted on 9/27/2006
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I found a customer service number for The White Sewing Machine Co. 1-800-331-3164. If your machine has a serial # beginning with FR, then it is a White machine. Call the cust svc # and they can provide you with a manufacturer's date and may also be able to provide you with a dealer for old parts. The woman I talked to is even sending me copies of pages from an old manual on the attachments I have. No idea yet how to obtain an accurate appraisal, I'll write again if I find out any more info. I hope this will help many of you!

 

Answer by CHAS
Submitted on 9/29/2006
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ANY HELP ON VALUE OF THESE ANTIQUES WHITE ROTARY SEWING MACHINE IN MINT CONDITION WHO BUYS THEM??
THANKS, CHAS
CSAN839@GMAIL.COM

 

Answer by Kathleen
Submitted on 10/10/2006
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I also have just obtained a White Treadle Sewing Machine with the serial number FR252000.  It is in reasonable good shape with a little glue for the drawer decorations.  It comes with a lot of attachments and an original manual.  Does anyone know of the site or a phone number where one can call (I am in Canada) to find out the manufacture date?
Thanks

 

Answer by ancient evilll
Submitted on 10/28/2006
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I have a last patented Sept. 12, 1905 white family rotary u.s.a. sewing machine FR277255.In very good condition, is it worth anything? Still in it's cabinet, the only thing wrong, is that it's foot pedal is broke.

 

Answer by annosh a s m
Submitted on 1/13/2007
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I Have treadle sewing machine looking for vallue

 

Answer by timm
Submitted on 1/27/2007
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i have a 1913 tremel machine. it's a white, called a missionary, i got my belt from a sewing store, 10 bucks. i also dont know how to thread it, waiting for grandma to heal up then i'll ask her, paid 200 bucks for it, nice condition. serial# fr2665131. the ones look like upsidedown t's. i am haveing a tough time finding information about this machine. i was told it is a rare one.

 

Answer by Joeleen
Submitted on 2/21/2007
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I have an old White Treadle, very nice condition with all the attachments.  Its last patent date is 1890.  I am looking for a source to get a manual for operating it.

 

Answer by Lorenzo Medina
Submitted on 4/6/2007
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Just acquired a White Rotary U.S.A. sewing machine Serial #FR2226900.  It is in a case and has a foot pedal, and a little electric motor. Anyone know what it is worth?

 

Answer by Jar
Submitted on 4/15/2007
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If you are looking for machine parts or belts,do a google search for antique sewing machine part. there are many businesses that sell them online.

 

Answer by Doug Lawson
Submitted on 6/9/2007
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I have a white rotary machine.  Serial # FR2505202.  What year was it made and what is the value?  It still runs

 

Answer by Jean
Submitted on 6/16/2007
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I have a White Rotary machine and I have some parts that go to it I would like to sale it if anyone interested it needs the parts put back on it and a cord and   I never used it its very Old and Ive cleaned it up it looks nice now but needs parts for it.iw55@comcast.net

 

Answer by Mary
Submitted on 6/21/2007
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I have a Sears & Roebuck, Franklin Rotary sewing machine,Motor # C-14452, patent Oct.25,1927.What can you tell me about it?

 

Answer by Sewing Grandma
Submitted on 6/29/2007
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I was researching about the price and ones from 1900-1920 and I met a collector about 3 months ago named Bob Jenkins. He buys for about $150,000 apiece. He lives in Las Vagas, Nevada. His phone number is 911-3428. I hope this helps people that are trying to sell~!

 

Answer by Cathy
Submitted on 7/15/2007
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White Treadle Machines
For many of your questions, you may want to check out the Yahoo Groups sewing machine sites.  Wefixit group has alot of old sales and repair people along with collectors.  On ebay stitches in time sells parts and bobbins etc.  Cindy is great to help.  For anyone missing their gingerbread carvings, such as the wooden drawer pulls, I've crafted them out of sculpy and stained them.  Don't look bad at all.  Good luck and enjoy your machines!

 

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