Chandsew 406RB
Size Matters
Singer 153W103 Industrial
Singer 316G
Singer 301
A design revolution for Singer, this light-weight portable is a favorite with quilters. This example dates from 1951, but, interestingly, isn't badged as an anniversary model.
Singer 221- Featherweight
In remarkable condition. This one dates from 1956.
Singer 500A
Reassembled and polished.
Singer 401A
Singer 503A
I've had a number of examples from the 400 and 500 series pass through my hands now, and as testament to their quality, they have all been in very nice condition; none, however, has matched this beauty for its near pristine state of preservation. While even on the cleanest example one must forgive a minor imperfection or two, this classic from Singer exhibits none! Truly as nice as one could hope.
Friday, March 25, 2011
Got the BelAir going!
I pulled the wiring from a JCPenney 7000 and was able to get the BelAir operating. I still need to affix a spool pin and give her a try, but at least she's "on the road". This is a Singer clone from Japan (see photo above); very heavy. Will need a case.
Sold my Dressmaker S-2402
Well, I did need to "thin the herd" a bit, and while this machine was perhaps the most versatile I had, it didn't quite fit my idea of "vintage". So, on with the hunt!
Thursday, March 24, 2011
Yahoo Groups I've joined
I've joined a couple of Yahoo Groups as a means of garnering more information regarding the maintenance and repair of my machines. Already I've learned a few things that will no doubt prove invaluable, not only for any work I might need to do to keep my treasures in fine fettle, but for chasing down desirable machines while weeding out those with lesser reputations.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/vintagesingers/
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wefixit/
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/vintagesingers/
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/wefixit/
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