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1. Erlbacher Speedster Sock Machine With A 64 Slot Cylinder Set
2. Erlbacher Speedster Sock Machine With A 64 Slot Cylinder Kit

Basic Machine Package - Erlbacher Knitting Machines Basic machine package. Includes the following: reduced ratio or 1:1 (Speedster) crank handle, choice of one cylinder, cylinder needles, set of three stem weights, buckle, double-ended pick, extra cylinder spring, crescent, wooden shipping box, and a.

Ainslie Auto Knitter Knitting Machine

The Ainslie Auto Knitter Sock Machine was manufactured in Brooklyn, New York by the Ainslie Knitting Machine Company. Located on Ainslie Street, the firm's name was synonymous with its location. Ainslie Auto Knitters were produced during the era of the Canadian Auto Knitters. Hence, differences are subtle.

Ainslie Auto Knitters were known for their cherry red handles and deeply notched bed plates. Unlike standard Auto Knitters whose bed plates were mirror images, the Ainslie bed plates were asymmetrical and deeply notched on the right edge. These characteristics distinguish the Ainslie Auto Knitters from the Canadian, Fricke and Bogan Auto Knitters.

Erlbacher Speedster Sock Machine With A 64 Slot Cylinder Set

Erlbacher Speedster Sock Machine With A 64 Slot Cylinder Kit

The Ainslie patent label was fastened to the side of the cam shell with two screws, usually on top of the original Auto Knitter decal. The patent label featured gold lettering and trim on a black or burgundy background. The company's name, address and serial number of the machine were clearly displayed. Ainslie Auto Knitters were available in a wide variety of ribber dial and cylinder combinations. 30/60, 36/72 and 40/80 outfits were quite common.