Have just acquired a Singer 401A
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The house is in Fort Worth. But I don't have a key and wouldn't do it or even have anyone do it, if I had one. The kids are wonderful and I love them, but they are also very private, somewhat reserved, and and don't appreciate interference, which is why I said I "gently suggested" that they donate what was left in the house. The reply was "we are donating it, to the man who bought the house." So I had to let it go. They close on the house this week, I think, anyway, so it's moot now.
But thanks for the idea! It's a very generous thought and offer!
But thanks for the idea! It's a very generous thought and offer!
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I learned how to sew on a 401. My Mom had one (1959-60 purchase) and the schools had them for home ec class (1965-67). I had bought a used one from the local high school for $25 in the mid-70s and used it for years. I gave it to my SIL when I wanted to get a "modern" machine. That was long before I got "bit" by the vintage bug. I keep telling her if she ever wants to give it up I'd take it back. Great machine. I sewed clothes, drapes, upholstery...just about everything on this machine. Enjoy your machine!
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There is a free service manual for this machine at:https://sewingdude.wordpress.com/201...ervice-manual/
It's not the owner's manual, mind you, but still handy to have and a little harder to find. Good luck with your new machine...you'll love it!
~ Cindy
It's not the owner's manual, mind you, but still handy to have and a little harder to find. Good luck with your new machine...you'll love it!
~ Cindy
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There is a free service manual for this machine at:https://sewingdude.wordpress.com/201...ervice-manual/
It's not the owner's manual, mind you, but still handy to have and a little harder to find. Good luck with your new machine...you'll love it!
~ Cindy
It's not the owner's manual, mind you, but still handy to have and a little harder to find. Good luck with your new machine...you'll love it!
~ Cindy
Thanks so much, Cindy, for this link! And thanks to everyone who commented, offered advice, and understood my feelings about what was left in the house. Appreciate you all, very much.
Marilyn
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