PURCHASING SERIES #33: A First Time For Everything & How to Enjoy Surprises No Matter What You Get!!

Have you ever seen a White Sewmaster 611? I've seen rare images of this machine but in the 9 years I've been tinkering with vintage sewing machines, this is the FIRST TIME I've come across this model. Rare? You folks tell me. It was not super expensive, but sometimes rare things don't have to cost a lot. Now for the mysterious journey of finding parts!

[adrianmettz]

I just got one! Super good condition...My Dad and I think its a male aesthetic...I'm a 50y.o. white male and this is my first machine....stoked.

[nsrkjc_sews]

I have this machine along with the guarantee dated November 1956 purchased from Hudson's Bay Company.

[bullpuptexas]

It reminds me of the Silver Bullet Express. And the Chattanooga choo choo song. And I'm very young! Lol

[maryannecadd]

Now this is a sexy machine! When you lifted the cover my first impression was Art Deco. Wow, what a great find!

[PibbleMom]

WHAT A COOL MACHINE!! I love the Art Deco design and the color. And I know it will sew beautifully because I still have my mother's White Model 77. She taught me to sew on that machine when I was around 8 or 9 years old. A different model of course, but probably very similar in operation. I remember that knurled dial in particular. It hurt my little fingers to loosen or tighten it! But I persisted and still love sewing, sixty-some years later. I love tinkering with machines and refurbishing them with all the marvelous ideas and techniques I've learned from you and other people who so generously share your knowledge. Thank you so much!

[avelsgard]

Also what lovely shape she is in! Love that handwheel. It's going to be fun to see you get her stitching. Thank you again!

[creativitybycarilyn]

I love the look of that machine. Looks kind of industrial. Thanks for sharing!

[AprilAiteen]

Wow! I LOVE that machine! So swanky!

[eldersandim]

Fantastic White sewing machine. Is a different model.

[wendyhutchins]

Beautiful machine. Looks like a train.

[sueruse]

I just picked up one of these myself. Been looking for one for awhile. Love love the look of this machine. Winter project to tinker with. Seller was cleaning out storage unit. Been sitting along time. But ran when I checked it out.hopefully with good cleaning and oiling it will run as good as it looks.

[avelsgard]

That is a very cool looking machine! Thank you for another wonderful offering!!!

[pandoradespain]

A few months ago I bought one of these as my first sewing machine, and that’s actually how I found your channel because I was wondering what the heck to do with it! The one I have is in great condition and came with the manual and all the different attachments. If you send me your email I could send you pictures of the manual and what the missing part on the stitch length nub looks like if that’ll help you at all. Thanks for the wonderful content!

[shirleyromero]

Mine came in a cabinet similar to the 'Queen Anne' Singer cabinet. Phot available if you would like it.

[Quiltlady]

I wonder if the rubber on the driveshaft is a damper.

[ronalddaub]

The rubber from the motor to the shaft is simply so the motor does not have to be completely exactly in line with the shaft, yes it will take up shock, but it serves 2: purposes
Plus it's just a simple way to connect up a motor to a shaft.😮

[ronalddevine]

What magnificent engineering. Pity they didn't make more of them.
I've been watching you for a few years now, and I enjoy every episode.
Any progress on that magnificent Kenmore 158-1941?

[ronalddaub]

I have a magnesium domestic. Again different.... Directly drivin from motor. They are all good machines. Turn opposite direction..

[cassandraunderwood]

Someone gave me one of these machines today! It can hold 3 spools of thread. The manual and accessories came with it. It works and runs very well. It was originally in a cabinet. I have to change out the knee lever for a foot pedal.

[dianaruffini]

I think the styling may have appealed more to men . It looks like a tank!