NECCHI BU MIRA vintage all metal sewing machine Made in Italy & fully restored
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- Опубликовано: 6 фев 2025
- Incredibly an unusually mint condition Nikki sewing machine fully restored and serviced. Excellent for upholstery work, slipcovers, and lighter materials.
Like Michele I have my mom's she bought new in '54 when I was born....in the walnut cabinet in same condition as described in the video no scratches...Mom took great care with it. Will pass down to one of my grandchildren.
Thank you for sharing Jeffrey. What an amazing heirloom you have. Not only is this a personal treasure for you, but your Mom would have spent a LOT on this back in1954; with just the table alone being very $$$$$. As is always true of any vintage appliance, be sure to inspect your electrical cords and replace if warranted.
I have this machine in a gorgeous walnut cabinet. It runs well and has the manual and all the attachments, most of which I never used because I am not a great seamstress. I got this over 30 years ago from a retired professional seamstress. I maybe used it 40 times over the years. I have no idea how to price it. It's taking up space and I know someone would love to have this.
Edit: after reading all this and more I have decided to keep it. Now retired, thinking I might sew myself a little something. Maybe a throwback peasant shirt from an Indian tapestry. Remember those?
If you change your mind I am definitely interested.
Thank you for sharing. I.have a.Necchi NOVA. Viewing from the French island St Martin in the Caribbean.Blessing
I have this machine which was my Mom's and I remember it from a long time ago when I was little. I love this machine
I just picked up what I believe is a Necchi Nora machine. I don't know much about it, thank you for making these videos. This is my 3rd machine, a Singer 257, a Singer 111 W155, and the baby pink Nora. I'm a bag maker this combo works amazing for my needs.
Thank you for sharing George. All of your machines are great tools in their own way. And yes, I agree, all of the Necchis I have restored are some of the finest engineered sewing machines I have ever encountered. I restored a pink Necchi Nora which is shown in one of my videos. It is a remarkably smooth sewer!!
TFS! First time seeing this brand in action.
You make great informative videos.....thanks!
I have one of these, and I rewired it as the old wiring was shot, it ran for a minute or two, them just stopped, no power, it seems. I guess that I need to open it up again. They are fabulous machines
I have my mother’s machine exactly like this Necchi. She used it often. I have never used it except for now because I want to make a corona virus mask.
Me too! Exact same machine, exact same reason! I need to get oil and a dropper to administer. What kind of oil do you use?
My mother has over 20 sewing machines. About 15 portables and 6-7 cabinets. 2 or 3 are Necchi
I so enjoyed your video. Extremely well explained, actually the best so far. I have found it in garbage pick up pile.restored and is working very well . But no light bulb. I cannot find exact spot where it goes. So kindly show me if you have time please.
Have You ever seen a Visnova, made in Italy. Or ever heard of it… well I have one , looks older then that one. Any information would help. Thank you.can send pics, also has the cabinet and attachments,as well as Most of the instruction booklet.
I just acquired a necchi bu mira. .underneath the plate that pulls out to access the bobbin ..towards the front of the machine is a switch/ toogle..what is that for?.
It is metal covered with plastic sleeve. It is used for lowering the feed dogs for darning. FYI, BE CAREFUL with that part of your Necchi. They work just 'ok' but are fussy and can droop causing your feed dogs not to feed all that well. If you don't intend on doing any darning or free motion sewing with your Necchi, I would leave that feature alone. Just my 2 cents!
hi i would like to no if u fix necchi nova sewing machine the vintage one
How can I remove the knee pedal switch box from the cabinet? One cover screw is clearly visible but the other is against the cabinet.
I just got one and I'm trying to figure out how to set it up.
Mucho agradecería el manual de la maquina o donde se puede conseguir, saludos desde Perú
What kind of bulb it takes ? push and twist or screw in kind . Please show the the location of the bulb. I have Necchi Bu Mira green color . Appreciate it very much.
Hello I have a very heavy black necchi bu not restored. How may I get it restored? Really enjoy how it sews! Live in Bay Area CA (shipping is not an option-way to heavy) Thanks in advance! Valerie
I have Necchi machine from the 50's or early 60's that belonged to my mother. It's very heavy but it is in its own case and is meant to be portable and used on any table top. It has been in good working order, however, over the last 10 years, either the machine or it's case has developed a rancid odor so intense that I don't use it at all. I took it to a repair shop, thinking the oil needed to be changed but was told that it was "off-gassing" and that there was nothing to be done about it. Do you have any suggestions? It's a shame to own it, have memories of my mother using it decades ago and not be able to use it myself. P. S., I spent a year in Pavia, Italy in my 20's and two of my three roommates worked at the Necchi factory!
Hi Amy. You are so fortunate to have your Necchi as a family heirloom. Although old oil/grease can absorb some odors, I am willing to bet most if not all of the odor your machine has is coming from the case. Most cases back them were made of pressboard or think plywood for the covers and wooden frames for the bases. The culprit though is often the material coverings that were applied to these cases. Sometimes, it was bark cloth, vinyl, (often textured to look like leather), or some form of what we might call today "Contact paper". Over the years, moisture gets absorbed into these cases and mold/mildew can grow. The whole situation is exacerbated because the glues they used are also fertile ground for mold. Metals don't generally absorb odors unless they have a layer of old oil/dust/Nicotine on them and some do. The great news is I think there is hope for your machine, but a lot less hope for the carry case. Some folks will try spraying them with various products to remove the smell, but I really feel you would benefit from replacing the case with another. You can get new machine bases made out of wood. (See sellers online) and most are reasonable. Or, you can search for a used case that is free of the odors. The bed dimensions for MOST Necchi machines match the dimensions of Singer 15 models and so its not a rare thing for you to seek out. Cleaning your machine will also help remove any residues that might trap odors on the metal parts. I would remove the machine from the current case and give it time to air out and breath. Sunlight is a great antiseptic. Good luck with your Necchi. I love mine and it wasnt even my Mom's!!
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage Thank you for your kind response. Your suggestion about the carrying case makes perfect sense and I will see if I can find a replacement. The machine has never had a problem that I know of and in this case, I think it's true that they really don't make them like they used to. Many thanks, once again.
Please show where is the light bulb in this machine .
Where are you located? I inherited a Necchi machine, which I guess I've had 35 years, and it's similar to the one in your video. It is in a large mahogany sewing desk that I have moved more times than I can say. I have attempted to use it a few times. If memory serves it has quiet a few accessories & has a cool box to store almost everything. This model has a pedal & knee control. I love the clickity sound of this machine. You mentioned emailing you but I'm at a loss on how to do that thru YT.
I got the new cording on my Necchi BU Mira and thankfully the wires were all alright and did not have to mess with those. My problem is that the hand wheel i have to help along when trying to sew It gets stuck and i have oiled the wick inside the wheel and i have really oiled well but it is still sticking. DO you know what is causing that? Do you have any videos showing some of the things that you had to service on yours or any machines that have similar features that would be useful in helping those of us who have this wonderful machine. Thanks so much for everything you teach I would love to see your handy work on repairs for this very machine I think i may need a new belt and if so where can i get one. ? Someone said i could use a singer strectchy rubber belt at Joanns not sure if they are right. any help would be appreciated
Hello Denise. There can be many causes of your hand wheel slowing/stopping, but first thing to check is your belt. As belts age, they loose their gripping ability. I would clean the groove of the handwheel with a cotton swab and then check the tension of your belt to make sure its not too loose (Do this gradually since you dont want a belt overtightened either). If this is not helpful, then a new belt can be ordered online and they are not very costly. I would highly recommend using an orange lugged belt or new black belt but I do not agree with the suggestiong of using stretch rubber belts. They were originally created so that people could buy one belt or a set of those to fit multiple machine lengths. But those belts are not a good substitute as they rob a LOT of the motor's power and can strain the motor.
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage ok thank you for your response. I will order a new one. What size is it like a 12 ? i guess i should measure it..
@@denisebendickson8593 Yes, always measure to be sure before ordering
I have this exact machine is primo condition that I got from my mother. I don't know what kind of oil to use?
the body and motor of my newly bought for 10 dollars are in great shape no scratches or dents or anything but the cords to it all are so deteroiated they have to be all replaced. not sure if the machine even works because i could not even plug it in it was this bad Do you have a video on how to rewire this machine or ones like it that i can feel confident in fixing myself? Love your videos as always
Thank you Denise. Rewiring machines is can be labor intensive and I have not done a series on this. The power cord/plug can be replaced with reproduction new cords. But, the motor could more easily be replaced than rewired although that is also possible. New motors (as long as they have bracket mount holes that match your Necchi bracket), can be installed. Wiring must be done to the plug terminal. I would suggest seeking out someone in your community that has the skills to safely do the work or , there are some Sew_Vac businesses where you might find someone who would rewire it for you. Until then, I would not plug in or use the machine. Once the rewiring is done correctly, these machines make for incredible sewing.
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage thanks for replying. i its more of the cord issue that need to be replaced. Not sure about the wiring inside Those wires are ok its just the power cord and the foot pedal cord that totally must be replaced. No i have not plugged it and wont until those parts get replaced. I wish that youtube would let you send pictures so i could show you the condition of the cords and you could tell me if it could be fixed. I lo live in arizona and we do have sew and vacs but i only paid 10 dollars for my machine because the body and the machine are almost perfect except for the cords. Mine also came with the wonder wheel but with only one cam and the arms that go on it i do not have either. those little metal arms that make the cams work. Thanks for responding
@@denisebendickson8593 If the issue is the cord, its much easier to replace it with a new reproduction. Like the Singer cords, the Necchi type from the Mira model should look like an oval shape. This one shop.sew-classic.com/Cord-set-Necchi-Pfaff-3-Hole-Double-lead-SCE32.htm
has 2 wires coming out. Be sure yours looks the same as some of these were available with plugs that just had one wire. Good luck with your repair.
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage ok thanks a bunch, they are temporarly out of stock of course lol. i will keep an eye out for it to be restocked
@@denisebendickson8593 That happens on occasion. But they can sometimes give you an estimate on when they will have restock. There are other places to order the cord. This site is pretty reasonable though and shipping, once they have stock, is pretty quick.
Thank you for the video. I just purchased one of these. runs great. I hit a snag. it seems to me that it's binding it's not running as well as it was prior. what's the proper manner of getting it to run. again obviously I know you don't know the exact problem but what are the components or what are the things that I could do to make sure that it's running correctly and properly. Please and thank you. Or is there a place where I can search and find how to clean and maintain this machine I've looked online and there's nothing on the Necchi website
Hello Matisse and thank you for writing. Whenever something like this occurs with any machine, its often helpful to do a little troubleshooting. I have noticed over the years that when an issue occurs, its often not a mechanical failure although that can always be a possibility. Try taking a look at my 2 troubleshooting videos and see if any of these things are a source of the problem. I often tell folks to try re-threading the machine both top and bottom as well as changing out the needle. But each of the TROUBLESHOOTING videos I made could possibly be of help to you.
What is the best vintage machine that can handle thicker leather?? I LOVE these old machines but want to do bags and belts from full grain leather. Thank you for any help!
Hello Kelly. Your question is one I get often. Terms such as "Full Grain" and "Top Grain" are often used to describe different areas of a leather hide that are used. What can really impact a sewing machine's capacity for sewing leather is the density which can be impacted by such variables as tanning. For example, some vegetable tanned leathers' can be either soft or very hard (board like). People who create things like gun holsters or book covers use very heavy/dense leathers. Its not just the thickness but the density that matters. It's important to note that most home sewing machines can sew leathers BUT ONLY garment weight leathers that are soft. If you have a sample of leather you want to use, hold it in your hand and wiggle it. It should flap around easily like paper does. If it moves more like cereal box paperboard or stiffer, then its likely your machine cannot pierce it. I would also add that most industrial lock stitch machines cannot sew dense leathers either. Industrial walking foot machines are the most capable for sewing dense, heavy leathers and these are very specialized even for industrial models. But I have had clients sew garment leather and also light weight leather straps for tote bags with success. Its important to use leather tipped needles and an appropriate thread weight. Also, leather can be more difficult for any machine to feed through as you are sewing which is why you sometimes see roller feet installed to assist in smooth feeding.
Where can I find the post of all the work you do during a restoration? I’d like to see your listings on your website. Beautiful machine and finish.
Hello! I watched a couple of your videos and i find them very entertainig and informative. I have a question regarding sewing machines. I found an old necchi pedal powered machine in my grandmothers attic and i know nothing about it and i had no luck with finding any information about it online. I was wondering if u would be willing to look at some pictures and maybe educate me a little on sewing machines. It is ok if you dont want to look at the pictures I apriciate the time you took to read this comment. Thank you for your time.
Hello. I would be glad to look at the photos but I'm not aware of a way you can send those in youtube. I will say that pedal powered machines require full overhauling just like these do, but you won't have wiring and motors to service so a pedal powered (Treadle type) would be a great machine to learn on.
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage Thank you for taking the time to anwser my questions. If you have any form of social media you are willing to share it would be my pleasure to learn more about the specific type of machine I found as i was unable to find a similar model online. Thank you once again for youre insight and i hope I will be able to send you those pictures. Best wishes from Croatia.
How do you thread a Mira
I like your video !
I didn’t realise how good quality this NECCHI machines are still starting waching this and other source sites. My sister law and cousin were telling me all the time this have the most fine stiching etc... I have heritage one like this from my Mum that I do believed she just used a couple times !
I was about to get rid off but I think I'll start to do some projects with it after pick up the bug waching The Great British Sawing Program I think.
Do you know where I can get the full instruction booklet for this NECCHI please? because I think its the only think its missing.
I found a Necchi but need a foot pedal and power cord. Do you know where I can purchase these
It is a Necchi Mira that I need a power cord.
www.drdanessmh.com/necftc1.html
Did Necchi use two different types of tension devices on the Necchi esperia?
Hello Jill. Unlike Singer, Necchi changed their upper tension assemblies over time. The first Necchi's sold in North American for home use had a dial that was chrome and had a slide taper or cone shape to it. Then, they used a design such as the one you see on this machine for the BU Nova and BU Mira models. They continued to use this design until introducing machines like the Esperia and Nova models when they shifted again to a white plastic housing that looked like a notched dial. If you google images of these models, you will see how they literally look. I have found for the most part that these tension dials have proven reliable. If I have one that has failed, I seek out a vintage replacement. The only upper tension assemblies that I rebuild are Singer assemblies since they are easy to find parts for and were intentionally designed to be disassembled and repaired instead of removed and replaced as many other brand's tension assemblies were. FYI, I have had decent luck with finding vintage parts on both Ebay and Bonanza.
Beautiful machine. I found my Pfaff 332, 362, Singer 401A, 403A, in like prestige cosmetic shape inside & out. I got 3 from original family. I want a Necchi next but the cylinder arm version that competes w/ my Pfaff 362. Which models can you point me to?
Hello Dean. Necchi did produce a free arm model off of the flatbed version of the Supernova. It was called the "Nechhi Supernova Automatica Free Arm C model" They were a lot less common given the considerable up-charge from the already premium prices that Necchis commanded when new. There was also the even less commonly available Necchi Lycia 524 Free Arm Model. These models were all metal. The last free arm Necchis made in Italay were the 542 and 544 models. These have platic cam stacks which are vulnerable to cracking so I don't consider those truly "Heirloom Quality" machines though they make beautiful stitches. Any other Necchi Free Arm machines would be Japanese made ZigZag clones. They make nice machines but those are not all metal either. So, the first 2 models I mentioned would be your best bet. They do come up for sale occasionally but not often. Congrats on your other machine finds which sound very nice and mint. Its always wonderful to get them from the original owners or their families.
Mi madre murio hace 3 años y me heredo una máquina igual, pero no funciona porque el tensor del hilo se le salió el alambre, eso me entristece
hello, i have a delux zig zag dressmaker sewing machine that was made in japan. i am trying to find out some info on it but have been unable to find this exact model. i was wondering if i could send you a photo and maybe you could identify it for me? thank you for your time.
would this machine work on delicate fabrics?
Oh yes. People have sewn delicates on machines for generations. The key would be to see if you can lower the feed dogs partially. If not, you can try loosening the pressure on the presser bar which will allow the fabric to feed but with less friction on the fabric.
Vintage Sewing Machine Garage Thanks for response. Any pointers in locating a machine? I’ve been looking at the thrift and yard sales! I have seen lots of singers but no Necchi.. or Necchi’s that have had a rough go. Do you have any favorite brands?
Nice video. What is the thickest thread the Mira can handle in the bobbin and the needle without problems?
The thickest I would recommend is #69 upholstery weight thread. Anything heavier will bind the machine.
Hi. Where can I see the inventory of your restored machines? Are they on eBay or elsewhere? I would love to obtain a machine just like this one, ideally made in 1955 since that’s my year of birth. However, the year is secondary, and a machine in pristine condition would be a real treat. Thank you.
How can I contact you about a specific machine and where can I find your email address? Thanks!
I have one eye inherited in comparable shape and I would like to sell it.
Hi Joe. I would try listing on sites that have local classified such as Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist or, even better, join one of the vintage sewing machine group online where you will find lots of sewers that love these.
@@VintageSewingMachineGarage of course I didn't even think of that you reminded me about the groups on Facebook I just don't use Facebook anymore but I belong to a lot of Lincoln groups I have tons of antiques and jewelry and things I inherited and don't know what to do with any of it duh Facebook groups wow thank you sir I forgot all about them
i think my motor is gone out how can i really tell
Hi Larry. What sewing machine brand & model do you have?
Are you still interested in old Necchi machines? Where are you located
How to replace needle
Alguien tendrá el manual de la necchi recta 835_100
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I like your video !
I didn’t realise how good quality this NECCHI machines are still starting waching this and other source sites. My sister law and cousin were telling me all the time this have the most fine stiching etc... I have heritage one like this from my Mum that I do believed she just used a couple times !
I was about to get rid off but I think I'll start to do some projects with it after pick up the bug waching The Great British Sawing Program I think.
Do you know where I can get the full instruction booklet for this NECCHI please? because I think its the only think its missing.