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Lot 173:
Description
A Swiss-made Bernina Record 930 Electronic sewing machine finished in off-white and cream with brown accents. The machine head is marked BERNINA on the front and bears the identification number 26173154 near the needle area (photo 1). The machine is accompanied by a spiral-bound instruction manual titled My BERNINA Guide which includes the model name Record 930 Electronic and a Swiss cross logo (photo 2).
This comprehensive bundle includes a two-part hardshell plastic carrying case in a textured tan finish with a brown ribbed handle. Controls consist of a foot pedal marked BERNINA and a knee lifter lever. A detachable extension table is included to provide a larger work surface. The assortment of accessories features a brown plastic tray containing specialized Swiss-made presser feet marked with numerical codes including 016, 470, 007, 030, 145, 560, and 452, along with a seam ripper and small screwdriver (photo 4). A clear plastic bobbin case contains approximately 18 metal bobbins, some of which are pre-wound with various colors of thread. A specialized attachment, possibly a walking foot or buttonholer, is housed in its own Bernina-branded box marked MADE IN SWITZERLAND (photo 5). A spool of black thread is currently mounted on the machine’s spool pin.
Condition report:
The machine and plastic components exhibit age-related yellowing and discoloration, which is most prominent on the foot pedal and accessory boxes (photo 4 and 5). The carrying case shows light scuffs and surface dirt consistent with use and storage (photo 4). The instruction manual shows visible wear and creasing to the edges and corners of the cover (photo 2). The clear plastic bobbin case has adhesive residue and clouding on the lid (photo 3). All components appear used and are stored loose within their respective containers.
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