I have that early Bernina 117L machine bought at an estate auction. I was bidding against a reseller and DH told me to keep on bidding. I did and won it. Most I ever paid for machine even the new one back in the late 80s which I no longer have.
Fritz, the 117, is a tank. Beautiful zigzags and will sew through many things including 6 layers of vinyl with ease. I love this color. I don't remember if this is before cleaning him up but I think so. If you can find one, this is the machine to have except it has no blanket stitch. I have repaired horse blankets and saddle pads with this machine.
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