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Singer Model 17-8 Sewing Machine

Singer Model 17-8 Sewing Machine
Singer Model 17-8 Sewing Machine

Drop feed across the cylinder and alternating pressers. Long beak, high point shuttle. Max. 1200 RPM. Bed 16 1/2", 2 1/2" diam. at end. For general work in cloth or leather and binding sandals, slippers, shoe tongues, etc. (01/1954)

Model 17-8
Dates (In catalogue Jan 1954)
Usage Industrial
Description Drop feed across the cylinder and alternating pressers. Long beak, high point shuttle. Max. 1200 RPM. Bed 16 1/2", 2 1/2" diam. at end. For general work in cloth or leather and binding sandals, slippers, shoe tongues, etc. (01/1954)
Needle 16x1 or 16x2
Source Singer model list classes 1-99

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