Gripper, Singer (Vintage) WholesaleB2B These original Bakelite pulleys are

These original Bakelite pulleys are brittle and temperamental due to age

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and worked in either threading direction

most likely so it would coincide with a 1934 commission date

or were a different style altogether

Gripper, Singer (Vintage) WholesaleB2B These original Bakelite pulleys areNeed a helping hand at your sewing table? This Singer Gripper is also sometimes called a "Third Hand" or a "Sewing Bird". Only light pressure on the lever is required to set the gripper firmly on the material. Undue pressure on the lever may damage the gripper so be careful not to push the lever down too far. You can use this to hold your pattern in place (keeps it from flying off the table) or to hold your fabric while you undo a seam.