Vintage Elna Grasshopper Sewing Machine With Case/accessories Type 500890
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:672487 | Country/Region of Manufacture: Switzerland |
| Brand: Elna | Color: Green |
| Featured Refinements: Vintage Sewing Machine |
This adorable little machine was Elna's version of the Singer Featherweight. From what I've read, there were three models of the Elna Grasshopper, and this was the second one, made between 1946 and 1949. It's tiny and fits into a portable case, which also folds out into a sewing table.
The machine is in good condition, and includes the carrying case with leather handle, some presser feet, a nice metal oil bottle, an accessories box, a little speed reducer cog that attaches next ...to the wheel, and the attached knee lever. It turns on, and the motor runs, but it needs a new belt. The wheel turns smoothly. The power cord is in great condition for its age, still flexible and intact. There is one tiny place where the rubber is a little rough (see pics), but it looks OK to me. Like most older machines, this could use a bit of cleaning and oiling.
[Edited to add: It does not need a new belt! I cleaned out a wad of thread from under the handwheel, and the belt is no longer slipping. It does need a light bulb, but these are easy to find online for $5. I noticed that it takes class 15 bobbins, and I have a large stash of those, so I'll include several extra bobbins.]
[Edit to add again: Since the belt on the machine works, I decided to do some test stitching on it. It stitches perfectly, and the stitches look lovely and straight. I think it's also the quietest machine I've ever heard! The motor makes very little sound. Very nice for when you want a portable machine that won't bother anybody.
I took a picture of the stitching, but I can't add any more photos, so just message me if you want me to send it to you.]
I've shipped a few sewing machines in the mail before, and I am VERY careful about packaging. I will double box it and use lots of padding to make sure that it arrives safely.
Just let me know if you have any questions. I'm also listing a few other sewing-related things.
The machine is in good condition, and includes the carrying case with leather handle, some presser feet, a nice metal oil bottle, an accessories box, a little speed reducer cog that attaches next ...to the wheel, and the attached knee lever. It turns on, and the motor runs, but it needs a new belt. The wheel turns smoothly. The power cord is in great condition for its age, still flexible and intact. There is one tiny place where the rubber is a little rough (see pics), but it looks OK to me. Like most older machines, this could use a bit of cleaning and oiling.
[Edited to add: It does not need a new belt! I cleaned out a wad of thread from under the handwheel, and the belt is no longer slipping. It does need a light bulb, but these are easy to find online for $5. I noticed that it takes class 15 bobbins, and I have a large stash of those, so I'll include several extra bobbins.]
[Edit to add again: Since the belt on the machine works, I decided to do some test stitching on it. It stitches perfectly, and the stitches look lovely and straight. I think it's also the quietest machine I've ever heard! The motor makes very little sound. Very nice for when you want a portable machine that won't bother anybody.
I took a picture of the stitching, but I can't add any more photos, so just message me if you want me to send it to you.]
I've shipped a few sewing machines in the mail before, and I am VERY careful about packaging. I will double box it and use lots of padding to make sure that it arrives safely.
Just let me know if you have any questions. I'm also listing a few other sewing-related things.
