Believe it or not, wringer washers are still in demand in my area. There is a large Amish/Mennonite community. We noted a refurbished wringer washer on display when we were shopping to replace our own, and commented on it. The clerk told us it wasn't just for display; certain religious groups permit washing machines, so long as they are wringer models, so he has a lively business locating and refurbishing them. I didn't note if the wringer was crank or electric. The rules vary so much within the different communities that I wouldn't be surprised to hear that some permit either, others might permit hand-cranked wringers but not electric wringers.
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