The web site really got my attention. Seeing all those wonderful machines takes me back and lets me know I'm not the only agitator-head out there. It's also answered some questions I've had for years, for instance just how the old Philcos actually worked!
Maybe one of your Frigidaire fans could answer another question: what do the names 'Unimatic', 'Multimatic' and 'Pulsematic' mean? Just different model names from different years? My favorites and best remembered were the early 60's models with the three-ring agitator. I'd love to see more of those! Also curious about the old Kelvinators - I remember my aunt had one and I never could figure out what kind of action it used. Such a strange-looking device! I do remember it was way to splashy to watch while open.
I think washers were the first machinery I became interested in as a kid - like four years old or so. At that time, we had Whirlpools, circa 1958 or 9. Nothing special to me, but Frigidaires and front-loader Westinghouses were fun. Both a lot more interesting to watch go than ours! By happenstance, I wound up with a 90's Frigidaire 1-18 that was left when I bought my house. It makes a little noise, but shows no sign of slowing down. Unforunately, the matching dryer died first and the previous owner replaced it with a new Kenmore. I still enjoy seeing vintage appliances, TVs and hi-fi gear from the 50's and 60's and am a fan of mid-century modern homes in general.
BTW, when the Frigidaire nears retirement, I'll check with you all and try to find it a good home.
Maybe one of your Frigidaire fans could answer another question: what do the names 'Unimatic', 'Multimatic' and 'Pulsematic' mean? Just different model names from different years? My favorites and best remembered were the early 60's models with the three-ring agitator. I'd love to see more of those! Also curious about the old Kelvinators - I remember my aunt had one and I never could figure out what kind of action it used. Such a strange-looking device! I do remember it was way to splashy to watch while open.
I think washers were the first machinery I became interested in as a kid - like four years old or so. At that time, we had Whirlpools, circa 1958 or 9. Nothing special to me, but Frigidaires and front-loader Westinghouses were fun. Both a lot more interesting to watch go than ours! By happenstance, I wound up with a 90's Frigidaire 1-18 that was left when I bought my house. It makes a little noise, but shows no sign of slowing down. Unforunately, the matching dryer died first and the previous owner replaced it with a new Kenmore. I still enjoy seeing vintage appliances, TVs and hi-fi gear from the 50's and 60's and am a fan of mid-century modern homes in general.
BTW, when the Frigidaire nears retirement, I'll check with you all and try to find it a good home.
