Go Back  Quiltingboard Forums > Main
Featherweight search >

Featherweight search

Featherweight search

Old 10-08-2011, 11:50 AM
  #1  
Senior Member
Thread Starter
 
Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 449
Default

I have found several machines for sale on ebay,etc...would a fair price for a "good working" machine from the 50's be around $400? I really need input from experienced buyers...........thanks...somehow my posting omitted the word...featherweight. I am looking for a black one with intact decals, good condition, working, and would love a fancy faceplate, should I expect accessories other than bobbins? Sorry I sound so needy, I am just really inexperienced at this.
Nantie is offline  
Old 10-08-2011, 12:09 PM
  #2  
Super Member
 
gale's Avatar
 
Join Date: Apr 2007
Location: North-Central Indiana
Posts: 4,909
Default

That sounds expensive to me. Mine has some dings on it but it was only $135 and it's from the 50s. It came with the case, plus several feet and the buttonholer attachment.
gale is offline  
Old 10-08-2011, 12:10 PM
  #3  
Senior Member
 
incoming2me's Avatar
 
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Indiana
Posts: 745
Default

The FW's from the 50s didn't come with the fancy scroll face plate.
If you find a 50s model with the scroll plate, it is not original to the machine.

I got my FW on ebay in 2005. It was in excellent condition, with several accessories.
Including: buttonholer, feet, original small oil can, original accessory box.
Although the handle on the case was in less that ideal condition. (no biggie to me)
I paid $167.00 with shipping.

I think you should be able to get a very nice machine around the $200 range.
incoming2me is offline  
Old 10-08-2011, 12:13 PM
  #4  
Super Member
 
frauhahn's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Chelsea, MI
Posts: 2,245
Default

I bought a centennial year FW this summer for $300 in excellent condition on ebay. Included case and attachments- all in great condition.
frauhahn is offline  
Old 10-08-2011, 12:17 PM
  #5  
Super Member
 
Charlee's Avatar
 
Join Date: Sep 2009
Location: Idaho
Posts: 6,442
Default

I got mine a couple of years ago, paid $300, BUT! I really wanted this particular machine, and the guy wouldn't budge on the price. It's in great shape, nothing but the machine,case, and bobbins.

My best advice would be to set your own budget, and look until you find something that fits within that. Prices have gone down quite a bit in the past year...
Charlee is offline  
Old 10-08-2011, 12:19 PM
  #6  
Super Member
 
NannySandy's Avatar
 
Join Date: Oct 2010
Location: Trussville, Alabama
Posts: 1,047
Default

I got mine on ebay, about 6-8 months ago, for $238.00. I wouldnt pay $400 as there are too many out there for much less money. Happy hunting....
NannySandy is offline  
Old 10-08-2011, 12:37 PM
  #7  
Super Member
 
ladyshuffler's Avatar
 
Join Date: May 2010
Location: North Bend, Oregon
Posts: 2,181
Default

I will be watching this post.............
ladyshuffler is offline  
Old 10-08-2011, 12:52 PM
  #8  
Power Poster
 
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: Ohio
Posts: 17,068
Default

The most I ever paid for a Featherweight was 300 and it came with a good case, attachments, etc. It's a white FW too. I'm always checking prices on ebay and you can get one cheaper than 400.00
.
sueisallaboutquilts is offline  
Old 10-08-2011, 01:47 PM
  #9  
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Apr 2011
Location: Maryland
Posts: 378
Default

400 is way too high. Been following on eBay about six months. You should be able to get a really nice one around 300. There is one on there now from Canada that is gorgeous and is a 50's machine. Happy hunting. Also I would make sure it is returnable. All the top sellers accept returns.
mandyk is offline  
Old 10-08-2011, 02:22 PM
  #10  
Power Poster
 
Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Somewhere
Posts: 15,507
Default

What is a good price for a white 1964 Featherweight in a black case?
miriam is offline  
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
craftybear
For Vintage & Antique Machine Enthusiasts
1159
10-01-2016 11:14 AM
Cheshirecatquilter
Main
3
03-07-2011 08:22 PM
mpeters1200
Main
108
08-10-2010 01:59 PM
Admin
General Chit-Chat (non-quilting talk)
37
06-08-2009 09:49 PM

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off


FREE Quilting Newsletter