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Singer Model 17-5 Sewing Machine

Singer Model 17-5 Sewing Machine
Singer Model 17-5 Sewing Machine

Drop feed across the cylinder on both sides of the needle. Stitching mechanism at extreme outer end of the cylinder bed for stitching close to the edge of the work. Max 800 RPM. For stitching felt shoes, horse boots, musical instrument cases, gun cases, etc.

Model 17-5
Dates —
Usage Industrial
Description Drop feed across the cylinder on both sides of the needle. Stitching mechanism at extreme outer end of the cylinder bed for stitching close to the edge of the work. Max 800 RPM. For stitching felt shoes, horse boots, musical instrument cases, gun cases, etc.
Needle 16x64
Source Singer model list classes 1-99

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