Things You'll Need
Instructions
Examine your Mercury sewing machine. Locate a small metal plate that is riveted to the machine's base, facing the front of the machine if it is manufactured before 1960. The plate lists the model number or serial number on it. This only applies to machines manufactured in the United States.
Look at the back of the base or the bottom of the machine for the "Made in Japan" stamp, along with the word "Deluxe" and a number. If your Mercury sewing machine was manufactured after 1950, you may have a Japanese manufactured machine. The number after "Deluxe" is the model number for this machine.
Look at the owner's manual for your machine. Sometimes the metal plate is missing on older models of Mercury sewing machines. The manual lists the model number of your machine.
Check photographs of existing Mercury sewing machines to identify your model number if your machine does not have a plate, "Made in Japan" stamp or owner's manual. Refer to the books listed in the Reference section for help identifying your machine. Check for sale listings that have photographs with them as you may find your machine identified with a model number.