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There is no mention of the word "Special" on the original ID plate, only on the later model replacement bag. The machine is a 103 in 543's clothing.

The problem, as I see it, is that the most recent patent date on the ID plate is 1918. The handle, bag and many other parts are of a much later vintage similar to what would have been used on a 541 or 543.

Hoover Baby 103 Jim - I agree. Although the machine appears to be in good condition, I believe for what it is and what it might cost to make it original, if at all possible, it's waay to pricey.

Hoover Baby 103 It appears to me that the Ebay machine you mention is a Hoover "Special" which indicates that it is not an original machine but a Hoover factory rebuild with many parts belonging to later model machines. From what I can see, the bag, bag hanger, switch and cord are improper and...

Hoover sateen bags Wonderful photos and information - thank you

Anthony - that Hoover bag on your 612 looks good. Care to share the process? Did you use an original bag for a pattern, and how was the lettering applied? Getting lots of good tips.

When it's all figured out and you have a new reproduction bag, I'd be interested (if affordable) in having one made as well to fit my Hoover Baby model. Baby is totally original except for the bag. Please keep me posted.

Wish we could order from that catalog. It's actually 541 owner's manual with every replacement part shown and the cost (a la 1920's). I'll e-mail it to you. BTW - could you honor us with some photos of your project bag?

THAT'S WONDERFUL! I THINK YOU'D NEED TO HAVE THE IMAGE COPIED FULL-SIZE FIRST, MAYBE THROUGH SOME PHOTOGRAPHIC PROCESS. A TEE SHIRT SHOP MIGHT BE THE PERFECT PLACE TO INQUIRE. ALL OF THE ORIGINAL SATEEN BAGS I HAVE SEEN WERE AN OFF-WHITE AND TANISH. WONDERING IF THEY WERE THAT COLOR WHEN NEW...

sateen bags I'm excited for you! I've been looking for older Hoover bags forever, but it seems the demand has exceeded the supply. I think I may have seen your Hoover posting on Ebay or one similar to it. Often Ebay photos are cleverly taken at such an angle that it is impossible to determine...

If you want a metal fan, buy a D50 parts machine for a few bucks with a good fan. D50's are plentiful

Kinda wondering what you might expect to get for the Air-Way model 35, since it didn't meet the reserve?

For every day use, I'll take a metal Royal over a Kirby, provided the Royal has the step-on height adjuster. The Royals are rugged, much lighter and so much easier to maneuver than a Kirby. I've had many of both.

1922 Hoover Baby Model Getting back to the "TOPIC" of favorite Hoovers, if you please?!! Here's mine, thank you.

Looks original D80 bag (green) not for D50 though which would have been brown.

Your Kenmore is most likely a Singer in drag. Singer produced the uprights for Sears for many years. Sunbeam uprights were also produced by Singer. You can see the similarities between these recreations and the actual Singer Twin Fan upright.

LOL!....this is the tricky part. I've struggled with the same question and have made many attempts trying to do it. I understand that there is a "paint pen" available at art stores that would have a fine enough point to fill in the logo. Good luck with it, and if anyone has any better...

The fun part after you repaint the body will be neatly reapplying the "ELECTROLUX" logo in the contrasting color. ....have fun!

finger pack the grease into the brass bearing until it squirts out the small vent hole indicating it is fully packed.

What would the Kirby model 560 date to? Would it be about 1960?