Vintage Industrial Sewing Machine Head (Likely Pfaff or Singer)
Antique and Vintage Industrial Machinery

Vintage Industrial Sewing Machine Head (Likely Pfaff or Singer)

This is a heavy-duty industrial sewing machine head, characterized by its cast-iron body and robust mechanical construction. The machine features a dull grey or tan enamel finish that shows significant age and wear. Notable physical attributes include a large horizontal arm, a front-facing tension assembly, and a circular manufacturer's emblem on the pillar, which appears to be the 'Pfaff' crest, common in mid-20th-century vocational equipment. The machine is mounted onto a specialized wooden industrial table featuring an integrated measuring tape on the front edge. Regarding condition, the unit shows substantial surface grime, localized rust spots across the top housing, and significant paint loss/chipping. The electrical components and flywheel are obscured but appear dusty. There is a prominent black handle or attachment resting near the needle plate area that may be an auxiliary guide or a detached part. The overall patina suggests it has been stored in a non-climate-controlled environment like a garage or workshop for many years. Despite the surface neglect, the heavy casting indicates professional-grade quality intended for leatherwork or upholstery during the 1960s-1970s era.

Estimated Value

$150 - $350

Basic Information

Category

Antique and Vintage Industrial Machinery

Appraised On

February 2, 2026

Estimated Value

$150 - $350

Item Description

This is a heavy-duty industrial sewing machine head, characterized by its cast-iron body and robust mechanical construction. The machine features a dull grey or tan enamel finish that shows significant age and wear. Notable physical attributes include a large horizontal arm, a front-facing tension assembly, and a circular manufacturer's emblem on the pillar, which appears to be the 'Pfaff' crest, common in mid-20th-century vocational equipment. The machine is mounted onto a specialized wooden industrial table featuring an integrated measuring tape on the front edge. Regarding condition, the unit shows substantial surface grime, localized rust spots across the top housing, and significant paint loss/chipping. The electrical components and flywheel are obscured but appear dusty. There is a prominent black handle or attachment resting near the needle plate area that may be an auxiliary guide or a detached part. The overall patina suggests it has been stored in a non-climate-controlled environment like a garage or workshop for many years. Despite the surface neglect, the heavy casting indicates professional-grade quality intended for leatherwork or upholstery during the 1960s-1970s era.

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