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Grover and Baker two-thread chain-stitch sewing machine, 1871.
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Grover and Baker two-thread chain stitch sewing machine, 1871, an improved version of an 1851 model.
Grover and Baker two-thread chain stitch sewing machine, 1871, an improved version of an 1851 model (which was the first double-thread chain stitch machine). The machine is also marked 'Newton Wilson and Co.', they were possibly the UK agents for Grover and Baker; the machines were partly built in America and finally assembled by NW and Co. in the UK. In all, approximately half a million machines of this model were built. The machine made a chain stitch that was secure. It made a bulky seam and used a lot of thread but had the advantage that there was no bobbin to wind as both threads are carried on reels.
Details
- Category:
- Textiles Machinery
- Object Number:
- 1932-70
- Measurements:
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overall: 245 x 390 x 210 mm
- type:
- chain stitch sewing machine, domestic sewing machines, double thread chain stitch and stitching
- credit:
- Mrs. M.R.M. Bone
