Models: A giant human powered lock stitcher demonstrates the basic idea. A cut away singer shows how a crank powers all the basic functions. A demonstration of cams and stepper motors.
Machines: Three of Tim's famous collecting boxes: The head scratching curator the rubber-necked guard and the doctor that writes out illegible prescriptions. There are some brief close ups of the construction of these machines. Rex also shows his magical remote controlled suitcase.
Guests: A thumb crushing Thimmonier (the 1st practical sewing machine) Many antique decorative sewing machines.
Films: The old Singer advert from the 40's is probably the funniest clip in this series.
Extro: Say it in thread.
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