{"product_id":"vintage-original-singer-simanco-55509-belt-cover-handwheel-guard-w-original-gold-decals","title":"Vintage Original Singer SIMANCO 55509 Belt Cover (Handwheel Guard) w\/ Original Gold Decals","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSinger SIMANCO 55509 Belt Cover — Vintage Original with Ottoman Carnation Decals\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong\u003egenuine vintage original Singer SIMANCO 55509 Belt Cover\u003c\/strong\u003e, also commonly referred to by collectors as a \u003cstrong\u003eHandwheel Guard\u003c\/strong\u003e. In official Singer parts books, this component is identified as the \u003cstrong\u003eBracket (Belt Cover)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis example retains its \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal black japanned finish\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eoriginal gold decals\u003c\/strong\u003e, which collectors commonly identify as the \u003cstrong\u003eOttoman Carnation decal pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e. Please note that \"Ottoman Carnation\" is a collector term and not an official Singer designation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe belt cover mounts over the handwheel and serves as the mounting bracket for the later \u003cstrong\u003etop-mounted Singer bobbin winder assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because these covers were exposed to years of regular use, original examples with intact decals are becoming increasingly difficult to locate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage original used. The black japanned finish shows age-appropriate patina consistent with decades of use. The original gold Ottoman Carnation decals are present and legible, with minor wear typical of a part of this age. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form part of the item description — what you see is exactly what you will receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis belt cover is compatible with the following Singer models equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003elater top-mounted bobbin winder assembly\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger Model 28 (28, 28-1, 28-2, 28-3, 28-4, 28-8, 28-9)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger Model 128 (128-3, 128-4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSinger Model 28K (28K, 28K-1, 28K-2, 28K-3, 28K-4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDo not assume compatibility beyond the models listed above. If you are unsure whether this part fits your machine, please contact us before purchasing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Vintage Original Singer Part\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSIMANCO Part Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 55509\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOfficial Singer Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bracket (Belt Cover)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Belt Cover, Handwheel Guard, Bobbin Winder Bracket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original black japanned finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original gold decals (Ottoman Carnation pattern — collector terminology)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage Original Used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CMSS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43129133629538,"sku":"VO1887","price":18.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/4681\/files\/IMG_3418.jpg?v=1784382326","url":"https:\/\/www.vintagesingerparts.com\/products\/vintage-original-singer-simanco-55509-belt-cover-handwheel-guard-w-original-gold-decals","provider":"Central Michigan Sewing Supplies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}