"BUILT
TO LAST"
was the
Emerson
logo,
and last
they
did.
This
original
Emerson
model
71666
was
manufactured
between
1923 and
1932 and
it is
still
running
strong
today -
over 80
years
later.
The
Emerson
model
71666
was
designed
as a
residential
fan. It
ran at
slower
speeds,
provided
more air
movement,
and
featured
6 brass
blades
being
turned
by an
improved
efficiency,
more
powerful
6 pole
motor.
If
SPECIAL
and
CONFIDENCE
are what
you are
looking
for in
an
antique
electric
fan
restoration,
then
this is
it.
This is
truly
top
quality
work
that you
can
trust
and it
comes
with a
12 month
warranty
on the
motor.
I have
fan
customers
that
have
been
running
their
restored
Emerson
fans for
over ten
years. |
They
truly
don't
build
them
like
this
anymore.
The
American
made
Emerson
electric
fan is
probably
the best
built
electric
fan
ever.
This
Emerson
electric
fan is
more
than
just a
beautiful
restoration
- it is
an
example
of those
innovative
and
technological
advances
right
out of
the
industrial
revolution
and the
coming
of the
machine
age.
You are
looking
at true
American
history
preserved.
This fan
features
12 inch
diameter
Parker
(unique
to
Emerson),
solid
brass
blades,
adjustable
oscillator,
and 3
speeds.
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The
blades
are
removed
from
the
hub
and
they
are
processed
separately.
After
refinishing,
they
are
reassembled
using
solid
brass
rivets
and
special
tooling.
The
six,
solid
brass
"Parker"
blades
have
been
roll-formed
and
matched
to
improve
air
flow.
They
are
then
stroboscope
aligned
and
dynamically
balanced
to
provide
very
smooth
operation.
Finally
the
blades
are
machine
buffed
and
clear
coated.
These
precision
blade
adjustments are
another
special
step
in
this
restoration.
Beautiful
brass
cage
badge
features
the
Emerson
Pyramid
design
and
"BUILT
TO
LAST"
logo.
This
is
an
especially
difficult
badge
to
restore
and
they
are
seldom
seen
in
this
condition.
Black
background
has
been
restored,
embossed
brass
polished,
then
an
overall
clear
coat
applied
for
preservation.
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The
motor
cord
and
the
line
cord
are
matching
black,
cloth
covered
cords
made
especially
for
antique
restorations.
These
cords
are
so
much
closer
to
the
originals.
The
plug
is a
vintage
style
plug
that
was
commonly
used
on
this
fan.
This
6
pole
fan
motor
has
a
completely
rewound
field
winding
and
a
completely
rewound
speed
control
choke
coil.
They
are
just
like
brand
new.
Speed
control
is
completely
disassembled
to
permit
access
to
all
contact
surfaces.
Knife
switch
contact
pitting
is
removed
and
surface
smoothed.
Proper
switch/contact
tension
reset.
This
is
another
of
many
special
steps
in
the
restoration
process. |
The base, motor housing, and gear housing are constructed of rugged cast iron. A sliding switch at the base provides a choice of "off and three different speeds".
Refinishing involved complete disassembly, stripping to bare metal, bead blasting, and then coating with the very best paint system available. The gun applied finish is the same weather proof finish used on automobiles. It consists of a catalyst activated epoxy primer/sealer, a catalyst activated urethane primer/filler, 2 coats of color base-coat, and 2 coats of catalyst activated clear-coat. And it is stunning.
All of the many processes used in this restoration are too numerous to mention in this short description. I do all of the work myself. If you have any questions about what has been done to this fan, please email.
You see my fans from every angle and they look brilliant in the images because they are brilliant. |
Here we have a view of the oscillator gear housing, oscillator control and motor positioning controls. Oscillation can be adjusted from 0 degrees to 90 degrees.
Powerful 6-pole motor smoothly turns these large blades with ease. It runs strong and smooth while only using 30 watts on the LOW setting. Very nice distinctive speed changes at 600 RPM on LOW, 800 RPM on MEDIUM, and 1000 RPM on HIGH.
The patented design of this Emerson motor was not only the best of that era, but is considered the best to date. The rotor of this 1920's motor actually rides on a shaft that acts as the bearing and is in a constant oil bath. A new leather seal has been installed to ensure that this oil bath chamber does not leak.
Oscillator gear housing has been packed with gear lube and is ready for another lifetime of operation. |
Beautiful solid brass Emerson motor badge provides the specs for this model. Badge black background has been restored, raised brass polished, then clear coated for preservation. Only polished, solid brass rivets are used to anchor the badge.
All hardware (screws, etc) has been refinished to original by bluing (a Parkerizing process). Those original blued screws replaced with brass screws will be packaged and included to give the new owner the option of going back all original. |
Genuine wool blend felt has been chosen for the bottom cover. Its rich, dark green color and smooth, thick texture is so much closer to the factory original. This felt is purchased directly from a U.S. manufacturer especially for the Emerson restorations.
For safe shipping, this fan will be packaged and shipped in two separate cartons. Some assembly will be required. Instructions and tools are included. Technical support via email or telephone will be available and is encouraged if there are any questions or doubts. Special motor lube is also included. |
This Emerson electric fan has been very carefully, meticulously, and painstakingly restored with total attention to detail and quality. The new owner will be proud to show it and will thoroughly enjoy using it.
I have been collecting and restoring electric fans for many years, and I stand behind my work 100%. Also, I am an active member of the "Antique Fan Collectors Association".
Fixed shipping cost of $35.00 is for FedEx Ground in the continental U.S. only. If FedEx Ground is not available in your area or another carrier is desired, please email for shipping costs. Packaging is done with new materials and cartons.
INTERNATIONAL BIDDERS SPECIAL NOTE: You are welcomed, but be aware that this fan motor operates on 110-120 VAC at 60 cycles. You WILL need special electrical adapters for use in your country. Also, because ebay does not have a system for calculating freight charges for single shipments with multiple cartons, the required entry of international shipping charges is erroneous. Please email before bidding for shipping costs and insurance limitations for your country. |
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This
restored Emerson 71666 electric
fan comes with a written 12
month electrical warranty on the
motor and speed control.
Please
email your questions. If you
require additional images,
include your email address with
your request. An image of this
fan before restoration began is
also available. |
These original, refinished brass
badges are the crowning touch to
this restoration. What detailed
restoration could be complete
without this critical step? |
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