Putting the Merrow 60 BW Back into Service with Threading Demonstration
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 ส.ค. 2024
- I clean up this antique Merrow with some poor man's kerosene and elbow grease. Perhaps you can see how some of the inside cams operate. Excellent engineering and execution of design is on display here as the old machine seems to work as good as the day it was first sold.
The "B" indicates and deep finish, this one is currently 1/8".
The "W" indicates a W stitch which draws down the needle thread, producing a tight seam while covering the raw edges in one operation.
As far as threading goes the documentation is limited and I show it according to the documentation. This machine however seems to have some variations. This machine is 94 years old and I think that it is important to remember that any number of things can happen to a machine during its near century of existence.
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I loved taking things apart and putting them back together when I was a child. Mama got after me, Daddy said “Leave her alone.” He had to fix a few things behind me including the electric coffee pot. I grew up, still doing the same thing. I loved the video, all work, no talking. It’s good to concentrate! Thank you.
When I was a kid, I would walk around the neighborhood looking for junk in the trash by the curb. I would drag it home and take it apart just to see what made it work. The more you know about one thing, makes the next thing easier to figure out. Stay curious my friend.
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I can't even imagine how many miles of thread have passed through that machine.
Just ...WOW!!! I watched with my jaw on the floor the entire video! Watching you take the machine apart, clean it and get it working again was a privilege to see. The threading would have done me in for sure. You are a master! Thank you for making this video; I hope there are more to come.
Well thank you very much, Threading like a lot of things that can otherwise be overwhelming can be tackled one step at a time. I have an old Pfaff that is on the to do list.
I subbed for your bag making videos but I watched this too and I’m glad I did, absolutely fascinating.The way you put all the parts together in a tin and still knew where each and every one went back was like some kind of sorcery! Never again will I whinge about threading my home Overlocker!
So satisfying to watch this beauty get back to work 😍
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I thought I was watching Hand Tool Rescue. :) I love seeing old machines cleaned up and doing work!
I love watching Hand Tool Rescue! I have just started watching your channel too, good stuff. Thank you.
I like your time lapsed photography or fast forward videos, so much. It’s amazing how much knowledge you pass onto others in such a short period of time. You are a true technical and (industrial) sewing machine guru! Your skills amaze me, always. Thanks.
That is a thing of beauty! I'll never complain about threading my overlocker again after seeing that!
No automatic threaders here. LOL 😅
Wow! Amazing job! I can just imagine the illustration trying to explain the threading!
You must be some kind of genius to figure this out. 👍👍👍
No, definitely not. Hope you enjoyed it. Peace
That little machine is soooo adorable. I love the wonderful noise it makes. Great job on getting it going again. Never knew that sergers were actually in use that long ago.
Merrow started making overlock machines in 1868. This one is only 94 years old.
I just picked one of these up. Thanks for the video!
You have the best sewing machine videos on TH-cam! Thanks so much for sharing a tid bit of your knowledge with us.
lovely machine,looks like its ready for another 80 years work before its next service,great work
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Just picked up a Merrow '65 m-3dw-4 for 50 bucks. Interesting machines..... And I LOVE your video style. I can see every little detail without a bunch of talking.
Great job!
Purrs like a kitten! Can I send you my sewing machines for repair? Ha! It's getting harder and harder to find sewing machine repairmen. Two of mine have retired, and I'm afraid my current one isn't charging enough to stay in business. (He drives an hour to pick up machines at a vacuum shop, and I drive half an hour to get to the same shop.) I'm so thankful to have him! Thanks for a great video, Annette
That is part of the reason that I video these processes. It is my hope that they will be like little documentaries for the benefit of others. Thank you so much.
Oh, my gosh, they're INVALUABLE. Of course, it's a TALENT that not everybody has, but those who DO could watch these and figure out how to do the same thing.
I grew up south of Hartford. Merrow Machine and Colts Hartford/West Hartford. Arrow machine was a contractor for the Merrow company too.Lots of neighbors worked and retired from these places. Merrow moved from Quaker lane to Day st, Newington in 1982? Great machines.Everybody sewed when I was a kid.I got pictures of the Day st .building.The original brick factory is under I 84 now.Like your videos.No.I don't need a coffee cup,Thanks anyway.
Cool.
Nice. I knew that there is a interesting story to these things
beautiful video. very nice pictures. the red thread comes and goes😌 thank you🍀👑
I like red thread. 🤩
Brilliant little machine.Really enjoyed watch you clean it up and get it back in action.I would really hate to break a thread on it though.That was probably the most complicated threading I have ever seen.Thanks.
It is not so bad when you take it one thread at a time. Plus there is this video for reference. 😃
Thank you, for that. :)
That was absolutely fascinating. You and that machine are very skilled😄
Thank you.
good golly miss molly I did that to an old Royal Typewriter once and never could figure out where all the screws belonged when I tried to put it back together LOL - love that machine
It is a good one. Watch my eBay, it will be available in a week or two.
These machines are wonderful to watch work and with just some regular oil they run for decades. Sewing machines are some of the best machines humans ever made
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Es super suave,me encanta el sonido
Nice work and great video! That thing looks simple to thread lol!
One thread at a time. 😌
wow. great video. you out did yourself . love it
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Nice Job, Mr. Dyer.......give me some confidence to try my Merow serger...! Hope you keep making these types of videos !
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Thank you for all the nice comments. I appreciate that. salutations from Missouri! 😀
Fascinating - thank you for showing us this video!
omg, I would never remember how to thread it. awesome
My hope is that this will serve as documentation for someone to thread theirs someday.
Love those...
Built like a fine watch.
It is amazing to me, the execution of machining and level of engineering that existed in the 20's
Another great video! You are onto something good with this format - this is a machine I previously had zero interest in, but the longer I watched the more it grew on me. To be honest I did get on eBay to check into one of these just to sit on a coffee table. Lol From the business side it seems the video must add value to the buyer since it shows so much more of what they are getting - win:win!
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Great work!!! Thanks for this cool video. I'll try your method on my machines. You are the best!!!
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Just picked up one like this 60-AD
you are awesome!!!
You are kind. Thank you. 😌
Thank you for this. I follow on insta and it led me here.
I have a baby loc and I thought it was a pain to thread.lol. Love your videos
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I just found a complete Merrow 22-fj in the shed outback. I’d like to know more about it.
Exelent video!! Olways follow you!! You are The beast... I love the sewing machine to
Thank you.
I bought one of these used 2-years ago and this video was very helpful in getting it operational. Do you know off-hand if the thread-guide for the needle thread is threaded-in or a press-fit? Mine seems to be missing. Sometimes I get a thread break/jam and I suspect it's because of this missing thread guide. (the guide I'm talking about is at 13:50 in the video). Thanks for great content! Because you made me realize what a great machine this is, I've built a solid bamboo-table and added a servo-motor to run it. Amazing engineering.
Wow that was surgery!
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And it's so CUTE! :o)
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Amazing!
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Wow, nice little serger. Threading that is harder than rocket surgery. Is there a bobbin. I didn't see one.
Overlock stitches like this are produced with needle and looper. No bobbins.
@@AlexanderDyer I'm going to try to get one used. Thanks for your video.
I just cleaned up an old Merrow 60-WD and this video was immensely helpful. Do you know where i could purchase one of those little oilers for the top of the machine? Not sure the proper name for those. Thanks for your help!
www.merrow.com/
i have merrow machine 60 WD . i want to modify to merrow edge patch. what number of stitch cam used ? there are two stitch cam a pair. would yo please inform me . thank in advance
Would you be intrested in another identical to yours everything seems to be in working order probably needs a good cleaning but from looks of it your the man for the job lol
I can get most but not all of them running. If it is in good shape and all the parts are there then it is worth a go.
I have this exact machine. The wheel won't move and I'm at a loss on what to do. When is it time to scrap them?
Alexander, what is that cleaner that you sprayed on? How did you ever become so interested and talented in these old machines at such a relatively young age?
This video is very impressive showing the extent of your talent and knowledge. Your really the best person to learn from about vintage and antique machines.
That is poor man's kerosene (diesel fuel). I am not really recommending it, but that is what I use.
what was the liquid you sprayed the machine with? excellent video!
Poor man's kerosene (diesel fuel). I have seen kerosene recommended but I have diesel on hand so I use that. Ventilation is a must or better yet take it outside. Thanks!
Does the dripping oil return to the reservoir or does it drip down to a drip pan?
It just drips down onto the cam drives, there is no return. This is what the lever on top is for, turning it on and importantly off when not needed.
Pretty damn nice work. What did you use for a motor?
I go with these. th-cam.com/video/lavkvsU5ltk/w-d-xo.html
@@AlexanderDyer Thanks! I have a Necchi Mira I'm hot-rodding and want a lot more oomph out of it.
Great videos! What is the difference between this and the standard 60w? Can they sew heavy fabric like denim or canvas?
I recently purchased on of these machines. Your video is a great resource! One question though: as I was cleaning this machine, I noticed there were 2 bolt holes at the bottom. One went pretty deep into the machine and the other came into what I would call the oil sump area under the main gears. Is the second hole supposed to have a threaded plug in it? Thanks, in advanced!
I am afraid that I am not your huckleberry. I don't know
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Have you ever tried hollow grind screwdrivers? They are great for not boogering stubborn flat-head screws.
Sounds like something I would like to look into, Thanks.
I think you'll love em once you try them. I like my Brownell's Magna Tip set but the bits that came with it can be a tad long for tight areas on sewing machines. Chapman Mfg makes excellent sets for high torque in tight spaces. Both companies tools are still Made in The USA!
I really dig your channel btw! Found you looking up info on Merrowing and had to subscribe.
Hey, Thanks for those brand recommendations, I also like that they are USA.
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What are you spraying on the machine? Is it WD-40 or sewing machine oil? I just got a 60 UD that I need to clean up.
There may be a hint for you in the description.
"Poor man's kerosene"? I don't know what that is. Am I missing something obvious?
I'm sorry. First option kerosene, it is not that expensive for a gallon which is way more than you would need. I have a farm upbringing and so I have diesel fuel available so I use that instead. There are risks to safety so take precautions.
I get it now. I don't know why I didn't think of that. Understanding the risks involved, I thank you just the same.
Hi! I have the same machine but mine is a Style 60 BD. I know you mentioned you can still get parts for it, and I noticed you got a new Sight Feed Oiler when you cleaned this one. Where did you get it? I called the Merrow company and they referred me to a dealer in my area that does not know how to get parts for it. I can buy it from you if you are selling. Thanks!
No, I'm not selling. Better call Merrow back and let them know what happened, I am sure they will get you hooked up one way or another.
Thanks!
Do you sell any of your refurbished machines? I'd be interested. What about the work stations you build for them?
sporadically on eBay www.ebay.com/usr/alexanderdyer
I have one work station for sale. alexanderdyer42@gmail.com
That is an Awsome serger !!!! How old is it .
This machine was made in 1924 is about 94 years old.
man I like that sewing machine it make pretty sticks but I count not THRED it
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