- 1Singer
- 1.1Singer 9W
The final machine that Wheeler and Wilson sold was the D9, which was the finest machine of it’s age, released in 1887 and sold until Singer took over the company in 1905 – 1906. Singer continued to produce the D9 as a Model W9 for some years afterwards, and until they had created designs to replace it, like the Singer 115 rotary.
Singer
- The final machine that Wheeler and Wilson sold was the D9, which was the finest machine of it’s age, released in 1887 and sold until Singer took over the company in 1905 – 1906. Singer continued to produce the D9 as a Model W9 for some years afterwards, and until they had created designs to replace it, like the Singer 115 rotary.
- Wheeler & wilson sewing machines In 1876, the new W&W No. 8 machine was introduced and a new series of serial numbers was initiated. It is, therefore, imperative to know that the machine is one of the earlier style machines before using the following list of serial numbers to date the machines, approximately as follows.
- Wheeler & Wilson D9 - Throat Plate Wheeler & Wilson D9 - Underbed The Wheeler and Wilson domestic models 8, 9 and 9D used a unique 4 point case locking system, which was patented in 1879. Either a key or cranked lever operated 4 metal bars which slide out from the ends of the base to engage with the end plates of the case cover.
- Wheeler & Wilson 8 or 9 or D9 and Singer 9W Sewing Machine Presser Foot and needle.
Made in Singer's Bridgeport, CT factory i.e. the old Wheeler & Wilson factory.
Singer 9W
Singer acquired the Wheeler and Wilson Manufacturing Company in late 1905, primarily for their industrial designs. However, they continued to offer one machine for family use – the Singer class 9W, previously the Wheeler and Wilson D9, and Singer’s first rotary domestic/household machine. See the Wheeler & Wilson album.
Serial numbers fall into two categories - Wheeler and Wilson-based seven digit numbers with no letters, and Singer based five digit numbers preceded by the letter W. In a NeedleBar survey by Lin Harris in 2003, the number of machines reported with a W serial number was in a minority.
Singer 9W
Courtesy of Claire Sherwell
Taken from a Singer catalog dated 1912. The 9W was available with three drawer drop leaf table and cover (as shown), or three drawer cabinet table and five drawer cabinet table options in the UK. It was not top of the range, that place was taken by the 66K.
9W1 - For use on foot power stand, superseded by 9W7 and 9W8.
9W2 - Hand machine. Can be supplied with portable case and base only. Became obsolete.
9W3 - The same as 9W1 with these exceptions:Arm is fitted for hand attachment and bed for hinge 2992B. With Singer ornamentation. For export only.
Wheeler And Wilson D9 Manual
9W4 - Machine with hand attachment #205946. For export only. Became obsolete.
9W5 - Has knee lifter 208771 and Singer pearl ornamentation. For export only. Became obsolete, superseded by 9W10.
9W7 - For family use. Has rotary hook mechanism. Singer pearl ornamentation. Used on regular Singer woodwork and stands.
9W8 - For family use. Fitted for hand attachment #205946, otherwise the same as 9w7.
9W9 - For family use. Fitted with hand attachment #205946, otherwise the same as 9w8 machine.
9W10 - Fitted with knee lifter, otherwise the same as 9W7 machine, superseded 9w5.
Size wise: 1910 Singer 9W - needle to pillar base 8 1/4', height to tallest place under arm 5 5/8'.
127x1 needle/Boye 18.
Singer 9W1
Serial #3138385
Courtesy of Billy
Serial number behind pillar, without W prefix.
Serial #W29999
Courtesy of Beth Line
This full rotary treadle model uses the earlier Wheeler & Wilson D9 style of 'bagel' shaped (a recent description) bobbin (#202053) with bobbin case # 202145. The serial number is not located on the right slide plate as with earlier 9Ws, it is on a plate to the rear of the pillar and begins with a W indicating that it was made from a batch of machines in the old Wheeler & Wilson Bridgeport factory after Singer took it over. The Celtic Knot ornamentation used on the 9W incorporates a different style of 'Singer' on the arm of the model.
Singer 9W1 & Wheeler & Wilson D9 'bagel' bobbin
Singer 9W7
Serial #W81269
Courtesy of Claire Sherwell
The Celtic Knot ornamentation used on the 9W incorporates a different style of 'Singer' on the arm of the model. This machine is a particularly late model sold in the English market. The serial number is not located on the right slide plate as with earlier 9Ws, it is on a plate to the rear of the pillar and begins with a W indicating that it was a batch made in the old Wheeler & Wilson Bridgeport factory after Singer took it over.
The hand crank attachment on this very late W9 incorporates the bobbin winder. This method of bobbin winding was first used by Wheeler & Wilson on their earliest 9 models! The slot and holes for a treadle belt can be seen, as well as a second bobbin winder which could be used if the machine was treadled.
Wheeler And Wilson D9 Value
The complete bobbin case (including spring and screw) is part #208811. Bottom left you will see that the main body of the bobbin case is 208810.
Wheeler And Wilson D9 Parts
The hook and shaft has two holes above the hook gib, and the number of the complete hook & shaft is 208717.
Two Bobbin winders
Complete bobbin case
1. The bobbin in place. The hook gib bears the number 202063.
2. The bobbin case stop bar in the center has been opened out, the bobbin has been removed and the gib screw on the right has been unscrewed.
3. The hook gib has been opened out. The number underneath is 202051. The hook itself is under the needle at which position the bobbin case becomes free, ready to be taken out.
4. The bobbin case has been removed.