Vacuum Cleaner Collectors Group Convention

[dysonman1]

Small group at Pirronie's for dinner. Excellent food.

 

[kirbyloverdan]

Tom

If I get a chance to get away then that would work I'm sure

Dan

 

[hygiene903]

Wow! Looks like everyone's having a blast! So much to see and do! Wish I could be there. One of these days, when I get to the point that travel is within my budget, I WILL be there! Until then, thank you for sharing the photos of all the fun going on!
Jeff

 

[dysonman1]

Thanks to Alex Braun

The group went to Alex Braun's home and we were treated to his vacuum rooms as well as his garage. Pictured are his contributions to the vacuum cleaner museum. Thanks Alex. I love the Kirby model 2C.

 

[dysonman1]

The Alex Braun Collection

The entire Vacuum Cleaner Collectors Group went on a field trip to Alex Braun's home. We were treated to a tour of his EXTENSIVE private collection. He has a Canister room, and an Upright room. Here are some candid shots of his collection. Thanks Alex for the hospitality. I believe Alex has one of every Hoover Convertible ever made.

 

[dysonman1]

One of a Kind

RCA Whirlpool "L" shaped Power Nozzle. Pictured with Alex - he's been slimming down recently and it really shows. Good Job Alex!!!! Lookin' good.

 

[dysonman1]

Hanging out at Alex's,

Reading vintage Sears and Wards catalogs, and loading our cars with Treasures from Alex's garage.

 

[dysonman1]

Russ's Kenmore

Russ brought his 1969 Kenmore that's in perfect shape. Chris decided to try it out. It's wonderful.

 

[rugsucker]

"pocket size chocolate vacuum cleaners"

Didn't Hoover have a chocolate Mo O in the gift shop part of museum when we were there?
Looks like a great time in MO.As the old saying goes-Wish I was there!

 

[dysonman1]

Very first Royal

With revolving brush, the 1932 Royal "Crown". It's awesome. Russ just had to try it.

 

[dysonman1]

The Torrington

Made in Torrington, Conn. David Morgan from Ohio just had to try it out. The Torrington was made in 1917 and still works perfectly. The original bag is a nice touch.

 

[dysonman1]

Robert C. from Quincy

With the 1914 Royal "Standard". Still cleaning like it's new 100 years later.

 

[dysonman1]

John Pease

With the Regina upright. Uses a Westinghouse motor, very quiet (surprisingly so) and excellent pick up. Huge bag. Thanks John for giving it a whirl.

 

[dysonman1]

The Air-Way "Super Chief" Sanitary System

Chris from Ohio just had to try it. Beater Bars mounted on rubber, this machine could outclean a Hoover. This is the FIRST vacuum design with a power nozzle (2 motor system) in the world. Also features a bare floor shut off switch for the brush. 50 years ahead of its time.

 

[dysonman1]

Checking out the instruction manual

Russ is perusing the 1958 pink KenKart's instruction manual. Did anyone know that machine had an optional cord winder that went underneath? Very advanced for the time. And oh so "pank"!!!

 

[dysonman1]

Simplicity S10P (Premium)

Robert and Chris check out the Brand New for 2014 Simplicity ultra light model, this one is the top of the line.

 

[dysonman1]

Dr. Dawson

Patrick Dawson vacuuming with Evan Roger's Filthy Queen TRIPLE-Crown.

 

[dysonman1]

The Hoover Windtunnel Air

"Pro". We celebrate all brands and ages of vacuums at the Vacuum Cleaner Museum. As my BF, Donnie, would say "The Hoover gots the sucky sucky". It's a very powerful machine.

 

[dysonman1]

John Pease and Roger Brown

Check out the Electrolux (Aerus) Platinum Edition at the Electrolux display at the Vacuum Cleaner Museum. Thanks to my friend and Aerus Vice President, Rich Luisi, for providing the 90th anniversary models to the Museum.

 

[nycwriter]

Doggone it!

Did I miss yet ANOTHER convention??



Looks like you guys had fun!!