ANTIQUE VINTAGE OLD WILLCOX & GIBBS HANDCRANK SEWING MACHINE, CIRCA 1985
Item History & Price
Reference Number: Avaluer:290913 | Maker: Willcox & Gibbs |
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original |
James Edward Allen Gibbs was a farmer who rarely saw theoutside world. When he came across a picture of a Grover & Baker machine hedecided to try and copy it. Because he had only seen the top half of themachine he had to imagine how the bottom would work and invented a uniquemachine. People say Gibbs designed the machine in the shape of the letter G, after his initial. What he had not realised was that he had invented acompletely new method of sewing, the chain stitch. In fact he did not evenpatent it for a while. He teamed up with business partner, Charles Willcox andbetween them they made one of the most famous sewing machines in the world. The stunning British cast hand cranks were only fitted tothe models imported to Great Britain. I have lots of history and patent detailson my Sewalot site and YouTube. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to own a great pieceof sewing history - (Serial No: A339889). She will be pride of place in any display. Whether you areinvesting in the history of your country or making authentic Civil War clothesthis is the beauty that ticks all the boxes. The stitch is identical to thechain stitch of the period. She is complete and makes a lovely stitch, with asample enclosed. To find one complete, boxed and stitching is unusual. Tofind one in such a condition owned by one family is simply amazing. Thepictures are all of Cecil who lived in St Leonards and owned the machine untilshe was 91.
Whencollecting old, vintage and rare machines I always say there are only threethings to remember, condition, condition and condition. Few come more completeor finer than this beautiful hand sewing machine she simply is stunning. Ofcourse there is a full money back guarantee if you are not delighted.Weship worldwide with a seven-day delivery to America, Canada and Australia.Delivery to America & Canada fully insured by air, three to five daydelivery is $83, United Kingdom is £15. Mail us for all other countries and wewill get a quote. You can always arrange you own collection if you prefer. Ifthere is any further information you need just drop us a line or visit Sewalot.Time for a treat!
Good luck and happy bidding. On Jul-06-19 at 08:52:12 PDT, seller added the following information:PLEASE NOTE - REVISION: Due to a significant typing error, the title of this listing states the machine is circa 1985, when it is in fact 1895. My apologies for any confusion.