OK Experts out there - what is it ?

[davevac]

I only collect pre WWII era vacuums but I couldn't resist this one. I bought it for myself for Christmas.....it was listed on eBay as an AirWay Air Chief....
it's a great vacuum but only has a tag stating "Made in USA" and "Model 700A"...
and "Patented"...that's it so I'm not sure if it is an AirWay.
I googled Air Chief and came up with absolutely nothing.
It works great and I polished it the day it arrived. I love it !
So....what is it ??

Dave

 

[vacuumlad1650]

I wonder what Tania or Charlie know about it?
Andy

 

[paul]

Hopefully these attachments will be readable!

 

[kenkart]

It is a

Private labeled Cadillac by Clements MFG of Chicago, they are still in business by the way!!!Making blowers.

 

[paul]

Re: Reply #2

Webmaster: I goofed and replied on this thread by mistake. Please move it to thread 32881. Thanks.

 

[s31463221]

Clements MFG

Just like kenkart stated, it's a private label vacuum made by Clements MFG Co. I have the exact same machine, even same Model # 700A, but mine is labeled "Admiral." My vacuum has a two speed motor, cloth bag, and a pre-motor filter on it, is yours set up the same way?

 

[kenkart]

Clements

Made their own motor, the first 3 speed tank ever I think, I have a Cadillac Quic Vac Swivel top canister that uses a souped up version of this motor, it moves a lot of air.

 

[davevac]

Admiral

Yes, mine is exactly the same..cloth bag,motor filter, 2 speed...
Makes me want to collect all of the various names...have no idea how
many there may be.....
Thanks for all the info. and Happy New Year !
May 2017 bring more vacuums to all of us.