Thread Number: 726
What are your favorite Kirby models???? |
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Post# 7195 , Reply# 1   1/3/2007 at 13:57 (6,316 days old) by myhooverco ()   |   | |
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Here is a close up of the Classic 1 CR bag... |
Post# 7202 , Reply# 2   1/3/2007 at 14:27 (6,316 days old) by ian88 ()   |   | |
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I have a kirby heritage 2 (with the european smaller head) but what I would love is a Kirby Classic Omega, I love the wood style trim :) Ian |
Post# 7204 , Reply# 3   1/3/2007 at 14:29 (6,316 days old) by kirbymodel2c (Nottingham, England)   |   | |
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Hi, Very hard question!I love different models for different reasons. Love my "C" series allot then again I love the Sentria allot. My Scott fetzer sanitation system is great and different to my other new scott fetzer sanitation system. The pics you see of my kirby's is what I have. Except for Pics of tool & boxes etc You have a great Classic.Is it complete? Sorry still needs polishing! (My new scott fetzer sanitation system.) James |
Post# 7205 , Reply# 4   1/3/2007 at 14:32 (6,316 days old) by myhooverco ()   |   | |
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James...very beautiful machine...my Classic needs a very good polishing...I think that it is complete...Thanks for the pic.. --Tom |
Post# 7209 , Reply# 5   1/3/2007 at 14:50 (6,316 days old) by kirbyultimateg (Troy Ohio 45373 USA)   |   | |
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Kirby G series models. |
Post# 7211 , Reply# 6   1/3/2007 at 14:51 (6,316 days old) by kirbyultimateg (Troy Ohio 45373 USA)   |   | |
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I like the standard attachments and carpet shampooer system and ZippBrush. |
Post# 7220 , Reply# 7   1/3/2007 at 15:18 (6,316 days old) by rexaircollector (Loganville, GA)   |   | |
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This is my favorite Kirby model. I am really fond of red and this baby has everything. The shag rug rake, Handi-Butler, Shampooer, Handi-Waxer. It is in pristine condition. Robb |
Post# 7239 , Reply# 9   1/3/2007 at 19:08 (6,316 days old) by hygiene903 (Galion, OH)   |   | |
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My favorite Kirbys would probably be any of them including and/or before the Classic, especially the Sanitronic series and the 500 series. We had a 518 for a long time until we traded it in for an 886 Royal. Robb, I agree with Tom, that is a nice Classic ensemble you have, and the Rotomatic on the left and the Lux XXX on the right look pretty good, too. Tom, that's a nice Classic you have, too, but somehow i don't remember seeing a Kirby at your house when I was there. Jeff |
Post# 7244 , Reply# 11   1/3/2007 at 19:35 (6,315 days old) by vacuumboy95 ()   |   | |
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My top two have to be kirby's first modle and my second is the C1. |
Post# 7248 , Reply# 12   1/3/2007 at 20:14 (6,315 days old) by compactelectra (Palm Springs)   |   | |
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Post# 7249 , Reply# 13   1/3/2007 at 20:26 (6,315 days old) by compactelectra (Palm Springs)   |   | |
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Post# 7250 , Reply# 14   1/3/2007 at 20:36 (6,315 days old) by compactelectra (Palm Springs)   |   | |
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Yikes!! They are all my favorites. This one was restored at the factory, but I bought one just like this brand new in 1976 when I moved into my partners place on the 20th floor on Lake Shore Drive in Chicago. He should have known what he was getting himself into since I moved this puppy in before I even moved in any clothes. Jeff Parker is demonstrating the Omega to Robert Pope at the October gathering at Tarantula Arms. Has all the attachments as well. Makes me want to grab a Kirby and start vacuuming. Don't use paper bags since that wasn't a part of the deal back then.
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Post# 7256 , Reply# 17   1/3/2007 at 23:08 (6,315 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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Here are a few more pictures of the Legend with the small nozzle: |
Post# 7257 , Reply# 18   1/3/2007 at 23:08 (6,315 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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another close up.. |
Post# 7265 , Reply# 20   1/3/2007 at 23:57 (6,315 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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Here's another picture of it. |
Post# 7273 , Reply# 22   1/4/2007 at 03:09 (6,315 days old) by tolivac (Greenville,NC)   |   | |
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favorite older Kirby-50 sereies. New Kirby-Sentria. |
Post# 7275 , Reply# 23   1/4/2007 at 04:08 (6,315 days old) by sudsman ()   |   | |
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Legend small nozzle and the green dual 80 |
Post# 7287 , Reply# 25   1/4/2007 at 10:17 (6,315 days old) by ian88 ()   |   | |
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Wait, if thats what the smaller Kirby head looks like..whats the one on my machine? its not as small as that but its smaller than the Heritage 2 depicted in the manual/the traditions and classics. Ian |
Post# 7313 , Reply# 27   1/4/2007 at 14:48 (6,315 days old) by thunderhexed (Edmond, OK)   |   | |
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My fav kirby would have to be the Classic Omega followed by the Classic I, dual Sanitronic 50 and the Tradition. I am curious about the small nozzled Heritage lines though. Up until a couple of years ago, I never even knew they existed. Can anyone explain why Kirby decided to reprise the samller nozzles? Are they very hard to come by? I have a Heritage I I'd love to try to find one for. Currently I have a Classic I, Heritage I and a Dual Sanitronic 50. I'd love to find me another Tradition, Classic Omega and Classic III but I will probably need to wait until I have more space. I also have my grandmothers DS80 with the original paperwork to it. The vac is in BAAAAD shape though. No bag, no cord, motor shot to crud.. Hopefully one day I can conjure up enough cash to send it in for a rebuild. After all, it is the Kirby I first fell in love with and grew up with!
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Post# 7323 , Reply# 28   1/4/2007 at 15:56 (6,315 days old) by myvacsrock (USA)   |   | |
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my fav is a dual 80 as soon as i find one lol!:) |
Post# 7333 , Reply# 29   1/4/2007 at 17:25 (6,315 days old) by thunderhexed (Edmond, OK)   |   | |
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Post# 7335 , Reply# 30   1/4/2007 at 17:27 (6,315 days old) by thunderhexed (Edmond, OK)   |   | |
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Post# 7337 , Reply# 32   1/4/2007 at 17:29 (6,315 days old) by thunderhexed (Edmond, OK)   |   | |
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Post# 7338 , Reply# 33   1/4/2007 at 17:31 (6,315 days old) by thunderhexed (Edmond, OK)   |   | |
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Post# 7340 , Reply# 35   1/4/2007 at 17:33 (6,315 days old) by thunderhexed (Edmond, OK)   |   | |
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Post# 7341 , Reply# 36   1/4/2007 at 17:35 (6,315 days old) by thunderhexed (Edmond, OK)   |   | |
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Post# 7343 , Reply# 37   1/4/2007 at 17:37 (6,315 days old) by thunderhexed (Edmond, OK)   |   | |
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Post# 7345 , Reply# 38   1/4/2007 at 18:01 (6,315 days old) by tommymilan (milano)   |   | |
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Post# 7348 , Reply# 39   1/4/2007 at 18:17 (6,315 days old) by kirbyultimateg (Troy Ohio 45373 USA)   |   | |
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I have three Kirbys: G3 with attachments/shampooer Ultimate G Diamond Edition with attachments/shampooer Sentria with attachments/shampooer |
Post# 7350 , Reply# 40   1/4/2007 at 18:19 (6,315 days old) by ian88 ()   |   | |
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My god, Thunderhexed looks like Ralf Little..or Johnny in two pints of lager and a packet of crisps which is played by Ralf lol Ian |
Post# 7354 , Reply# 42   1/4/2007 at 18:29 (6,315 days old) by thunderhexed (Edmond, OK)   |   | |
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Post# 7360 , Reply# 45   1/4/2007 at 19:15 (6,315 days old) by ian88 ()   |   | |
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Ah he's just an actor in this british comedy, pretty funny really. Ian |
Post# 7362 , Reply# 46   1/4/2007 at 19:16 (6,315 days old) by thunderhexed (Edmond, OK)   |   | |
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Fred, your D-80 is GORGEOUS! That model was the first model I ever remember and fell in love with. I actually have my grandmothers d80 with the original paperwork. Once I make my final payment on my car in february , I plan on saving up to have it rebuilt by Kirby. Granny even has pics of me in my easter best when I was younger standing next to it and they even have home video of me pushing it around the house when I was barely even walking!
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Post# 7363 , Reply# 47   1/4/2007 at 19:17 (6,315 days old) by kirbyultimateg (Troy Ohio 45373 USA)   |   | |
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In my opinion, The Kirby G series models cleans the best! |
Post# 7366 , Reply# 48   1/4/2007 at 19:19 (6,315 days old) by vacuumkid3 ()   |   | |
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If you are willing to pay the price! I love the Kirby G series, but they are so expensive. I think my best bet will be a G3 used or a G4 from someone...you know who you are!! (wink wink!) ~~K~~ |
Post# 7381 , Reply# 52   1/4/2007 at 21:22 (6,314 days old) by myhooverco ()   |   | |
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Fred...beautiful D80! Those old Kirbys just love a day at the spa...the years just melt away! Thanks for these great Kirby photos everyone...keem 'em coming! --Tom |
Post# 7459 , Reply# 56   1/5/2007 at 14:25 (6,314 days old) by kirbymodel2c (Nottingham, England)   |   | |
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Post# 7460 , Reply# 57   1/5/2007 at 14:31 (6,314 days old) by kirbymodel2c (Nottingham, England)   |   | |
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Post# 7477 , Reply# 59   1/5/2007 at 16:52 (6,314 days old) by thunderhexed (Edmond, OK)   |   | |
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Rexairman... That would be AMAZING! I would love to get my hands on another Classic Omega, Classic III and Tradition. Let me know if you come across any that you think are worth salvaging, I would be more than happy to pay for shipping! I have all of the basic attachments already for the Tradition. Thanks! You can also email me at lilcorydale@aol.com if you have any further questions. Cory (Thunderhexed) |
Post# 7484 , Reply# 60   1/5/2007 at 19:10 (6,314 days old) by myvacsrock (USA)   |   | |
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my rebuilt Kirby!!! |
Post# 7526 , Reply# 63   1/6/2007 at 08:53 (6,313 days old) by kirbyultimateg (Troy Ohio 45373 USA)   |   | |
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Tom, Does your Kirby have the double brush brushroll aka QuadraSweep brushroll or the single brush brushroll aka Standard brushroll? Thanks, Rob Gwisdala |
Post# 7529 , Reply# 64   1/6/2007 at 12:14 (6,313 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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Front... |
Post# 7530 , Reply# 65   1/6/2007 at 12:16 (6,313 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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ensamble... |
Post# 7531 , Reply# 66   1/6/2007 at 12:16 (6,313 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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Running... |
Post# 7532 , Reply# 67   1/6/2007 at 12:17 (6,313 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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...and another |
Post# 7533 , Reply# 68   1/6/2007 at 12:20 (6,313 days old) by compactelectra (Palm Springs)   |   | |
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I have a complete 561 ensemble as well with those beautiful blue boxes. Unfortunately, water seeped into the basement and ruined the boxes! Needless to say, I had the problem fixed! The 561 itself is somewhat rough and I do not want to send it back to Cleveland to have a spa makeover because they will change the colors. It is a bit rough, but I have the red trim and Greg Nunn has a Kirby dealer in Omaha that restores these machines. As Charles Richard said, that star-burst emblem on the belt lifter is stunning. Beautiful setup! Fred |
Post# 7534 , Reply# 69   1/6/2007 at 12:25 (6,313 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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Bill of sale... March 23, 1962 [almost 45 years ago!] $249.50 KIRBY 561 + all attachments and accessories 10.00 Trade in 5.11 Tax $244.61 TOTAL |
Post# 7535 , Reply# 70   1/6/2007 at 12:26 (6,313 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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Whole ensamble |
Post# 7536 , Reply# 71   1/6/2007 at 12:27 (6,313 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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Another of the whole ensamble... |
Post# 7537 , Reply# 72   1/6/2007 at 12:28 (6,313 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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And another... |
Post# 7538 , Reply# 73   1/6/2007 at 12:30 (6,313 days old) by frkirby511 ()   |   | |
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Front...[needs some additional polishing again!] |
Post# 7540 , Reply# 74   1/6/2007 at 12:33 (6,313 days old) by myhooverco ()   |   | |
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Fred... Wow that is a stunning 561 Kirby. I really like the color combination on that machine. There is something you just have to admire about a well polished Kirby. What is the date for the Kirby 1-C? --Tom |
Post# 7542 , Reply# 76   1/6/2007 at 12:36 (6,313 days old) by scott55405 ()   |   | |
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fkirby511, those are wonderful machines, on the older one, is that extra nozzle used with that brush below it for bare floors? |
Post# 7548 , Reply# 77   1/6/2007 at 12:50 (6,313 days old) by kirbyking ()   |   | |
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Heres mine so far. Tradition, Heritage, and Legend II. My favourite is probably the Heritage. Theres another two on their way :) James |
Post# 7553 , Reply# 78   1/6/2007 at 12:54 (6,313 days old) by ian88 ()   |   | |
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Hey, James..I see you're a uk based collector in my age group..you got msn? maybe we could chat about our interest lol Ian |
Post# 7565 , Reply# 81   1/6/2007 at 13:58 (6,313 days old) by scott55405 ()   |   | |
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thanks! |
Post# 7578 , Reply# 84   1/6/2007 at 15:56 (6,313 days old) by ian88 ()   |   | |
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Heh, Charles..cruel uncle ;) and its not like Kirbys (as much as I love them) are the friendliest looking machines lol Ian |
Post# 7754 , Reply# 91   1/8/2007 at 00:04 (6,311 days old) by industrialist ()   |   | |
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I like my Tradition it’s probably my all time favorite, the blue color is the most regal looking of the bunch in my opinion. I’m also partial to the dual 80 and my Heritage 84 as well |
Post# 7835 , Reply# 93   1/8/2007 at 19:30 (6,310 days old) by kirbyultimateg (Troy Ohio 45373 USA)   |   | |
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Here is my favorite Kirby models: Heritage II/Legend/Legend II/G3/G4/G5/G6/Ultimate G/Diamond Edition/Sentria |
Post# 7837 , Reply# 94   1/8/2007 at 20:45 (6,310 days old) by compactelectra (Palm Springs)   |   | |
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Post# 7877 , Reply# 98   1/9/2007 at 11:57 (6,310 days old) by charles~richard ()   |   | |
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On |
Post# 7878 , Reply# 99   1/9/2007 at 11:58 (6,310 days old) by charles~richard ()   |   | |
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the 513 switch (same switch for 513, 514 and 515) |