Vacuette model J

[dennismenace]

Hi I recently purchased this Vacuette model J at an auction it works and from what I can tell is in pretty good shape. I had never seen anything like it before especially with original accessories original box and Bill of sale from 1930 when i saw that I had to have it. Im actually not sure what I'm even going to do with it. Guess I was just looking for reassurance that I didn't waste my money the wife isn't exactly happy about me buying it..

 

[odavid123]

Hi there , I’m very interested in buying it , I’m missing this model to complete my collection . Please let me know
Thanks

 

[vacuumheaven05]

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Hi there, I'm always on the hunt for early, prewar Kirby vacuums and Scott Fetzer machines such as the Vacuette electric and the Scott Fetzer Sanitation System vacuum. To Dennismenace, I would be extremely interested into buying this Vacuette electric model J. It is my 2nd to most wanted and cherished early Kirby machine besides the Scott Fetzer Sanitation System vacuum, which comes in first place. The Vacuette Electric was the Scott and Fetzer company's first electric vacuum produced from 1924 to 1928 when they produced the Scott Fetzer Sanitation System from 1928 to 1934. This vacuum is a total must have for me, as I do not have complete early Kirby/Fetzer machines except for some parts.
From Liam

 

[dennismenace]

Thx

I'm not in a hurry to get rid of it.but will keep you guys in mind should anything change you guys are pretty far away from Wisconsin. I've looked into the model j a bit it says there are grease points on the motor would an electric motor oil suffice?

 

[hoover300]

Wow! Excellent find! That bag is minty.

Yes electric oil should suffice, just make sure to use detergent free.

 

[odavid123]

The j is pretty rare !

 

[odavid123]

The switch is on the handle correct ? Bc this was sold in shops

 

[dennismenace]

Thx

Yup the switch is in the handle. Seems to me all vacs should have the switch in handle very convenient.

 

[vacmadman]

congrats

Dennis,

That is a wonderful find, and yes very rare, congratulations are definitely in order!!

Jim

 

[dennismenace]

Thx

I'm assuming these are the holes for lubrication under these flat headed caps? One in front one in back? I was thinking about taking it into a kirby dealer. It says on the guarantee your dealer would provide grease or service it for you. Wonder if they would honor that a century later lol

 

[dysonman1]

I have the early Vacuette Electric. The switch is on the machine because the handle is removeable to use the small handle for stair cleaning. Mine was sold by the door to door salesmen. It has a yellow bag with "Vacuette Electric" printed on it in their font.

 

[dennismenace]

Nice

Dysonman1 Looks fricken awesome man! im new to vaccumns but you can tell right away who takes collecting anything seriously. You guys definetly all do! Which is awesome! What do you guys use to shine these things up is there a compound that works better than others? I have some antique silver maybe a silver polished?

 

[human]

Dennismenace wrote: It says on the guarantee your dealer would provide grease or service it for you. Wonder if they would honor that a century later.

I reply: It's possible the shop dealer could be an a-hole about it and ask you to prove you're the original owner, but I think the positives associated with squirting a little oil into the ports and maybe giving it a cleaning and adjustment would be more than worthwhile. If I were a Kirby dealer, I would certainly honor that guarantee. The cost in time and materials would be inconsequential and goodwill would be priceless. It could also make for an interesting PR opportunity. to stress the amazing durability of Kirby vacuum cleaners, as well as the dedication of Kirby dealers.