Tell me why I should/shouldn't buy a Singer 401A in a beaut cabinet
#103
Originally Posted by oddjobbob
Listen to your husband. He sounds like a wise and learned man. By the way, where is this guy in TX? I am looking for a 401A with accessories to have as backup for my 401A which doesnt have accessories and no cabinet. I'm in Seattle and won't mind paying the freight to have that machine shipped.
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yeah I'd have it shipped for that price too. ;-)
#104
Originally Posted by deedum
I would keep your machine (you will be sorry if you don't, speaking from experience) also, 125-160 isn't a lot of money today! that machine will outlast many, So go for it and enjoy it!
My hubby and I have a deal, I stay out of his garage and he stays out of my sewing room :roll:
I have a 1951 singer in cabinet
a Janome 9500
a Janome Platinum
a Singer serger almost on it last leg, (dh said he would buy me a new one for Christmas if I want) not sure if I am ready to give up on this one
Future plans: a 301 Singer and a little featherweight just because they are adorableand a real work horse. And last but not least, another treadle, oh gosh I sold mine when we moved and so sorry!
My hubby and I have a deal, I stay out of his garage and he stays out of my sewing room :roll:
I have a 1951 singer in cabinet
a Janome 9500
a Janome Platinum
a Singer serger almost on it last leg, (dh said he would buy me a new one for Christmas if I want) not sure if I am ready to give up on this one
Future plans: a 301 Singer and a little featherweight just because they are adorableand a real work horse. And last but not least, another treadle, oh gosh I sold mine when we moved and so sorry!
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Gila, I will comment because of the picture you posted. I have that exact machine and cabinet. It takes center space in my sewing room. I purchased it in 1959. It was my first purchase out of college;I had a teaching degree in Home Economics. My father had told me I needed to buy 'something' on credit to establish credit worthiness. So I did, it cost $265. I paid 6 payments even though I had all the money at the time. I have loved that machine and would not part with it.
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I have a 401 and I love it. I do not see your photo, so can't comment on it, specifically. Your question is about FMQ and the 401, I assume.
As far as FMQ, (I've not yet learned that skill) the Singer 15-91 is often touted as the best vintage machine for that. The 15-91 is a straight stitch only machine. The 401 has lots of other capabilities, though.
bkay
As far as FMQ, (I've not yet learned that skill) the Singer 15-91 is often touted as the best vintage machine for that. The 15-91 is a straight stitch only machine. The 401 has lots of other capabilities, though.
bkay
#110
Thanks I am looking at two right now, a 401a exactly like the one here in a cabinet or a 301a. I have done quite a few quilts with my 457 stylist but the motor is dying so rather than refurbish it in looking to replace it and really want a to learn how to FMQ so want a machine that has the capability.
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