Description & Condition


Silver Reed SK-160 Knitting Machine 6.5mm Serviced Complete Japan

📝 Item Overview

This listing is for a Silver Reed Hands 6.5 SK-160 knitting machine made in Japan by Silver Seiko.

The machine has been fully serviced and maintained, ensuring smooth operation and reliable performance. All moving parts have been cleaned and oiled, and several components have been replaced with new parts.

The SK-160 is a popular mid-gauge (6.5mm) knitting machine, suitable for a wide range of yarn types and knitting projects. With its durable construction and precise needle system, it is widely appreciated by knitting enthusiasts and collectors of vintage knitting machines.

Since it has been serviced and checked, it is ready to use immediately after arrival.


✅ Condition

Serviced and fully functional.

Maintenance work includes:

  • Side covers (left & right) replaced with new parts

  • Rubber feet replaced with new parts

  • Needle retainer replaced with new part

  • Carriage replaced with a clean working unit

  • All moving parts cleaned and oiled

  • Tool box inspected and missing items replenished

The case may show minor cosmetic scratches, but it does not affect functionality.


📦 Set Contents

  • Silver Reed SK-160 Knitting Machine

  • Carriage

  • Instruction Manual

  • Accessories / Tools (complete as listed in the parts manual)

  • Original case

No missing accessories.


📏 Size & Material

  • Model: Silver Reed SK-160 (Hands 6.5)

  • Gauge: 6.5 mm (Mid Gauge)

  • Manufacturer: Silver Seiko

  • Country of Manufacture: Japan

  • Serial Number: 0210227

  • Material: Metal / Plastic