185J = green
08-14-2012, 05:56 PM
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I saw one of these at a flea market last month, priced at $60 but seller offered to go to $45. I wasn't sure what it was and passed on it, don't know if it worked or not. I came home and did research, found out it was an upgrade to the 99 and very similar. I have a 99 but am regretting passing this one up.
08-15-2012, 03:51 AM
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I have a 185 also, but due to its weight, it sits in its case in the corner of my sewing room, most of the time. I always intend to give it more use, but when it comes time to pack up and go, I always grab a FW or a 301.
The green color is so cool, and it does sew nicely.
Dayle
The green color is so cool, and it does sew nicely.
Dayle
08-15-2012, 04:02 AM
#16
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Have one here, although it is on the list to get cleaned up and fixed, wait, might have two. Haven't sewn on them so might enjoy them. I do know they are definitely heavy little brutes. I think maybe the J and the K refer to where they were manufactured. That is they way it is for my 301A.
08-15-2012, 06:33 AM
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Originally Posted by Cacklinghen
Case had not been taken care of--worked on it - primed and wound up covering with contact paper--looks much better-
Machine sews really well--it is very similar to featherweights- think it is 3/4 size - runs very quiet
Machine sews really well--it is very similar to featherweights- think it is 3/4 size - runs very quiet
I do need a manual however...any suggestions?
08-15-2012, 06:36 AM
#18
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Originally Posted by jennb
I have the 185K, same green monster. I wonder what the difference is between the "J" and "K" versions? I know I "smacked" some seller on ebay recently who tried to tell me that these were in fact THE featherweight that everyone is seeking, and I didn't know what I was talking about. He sold one of these advertised as such. I sure hope the buyer isn't disappointed when she sees it.
08-15-2012, 06:55 AM
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I found Gracie (815) on e=bay... and no one was biding on her.... felt sorry and brought her home. I lover her.... she sews a great stich. My gk love her too..... but she is a little on the heavy side,,,, but much loved.
08-15-2012, 07:16 AM
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I have 185K, made in uk,,,,,,,,,,,the Js were made in US ni 1957....Mine came in cabinet , has book, attachments etc. I paid 14.99 for it at a thrift. Didnt work when I got it home. Cleaned, and oiled and cleaned and oiled. runs fantastic and love the green color...named it Go Green BAby.....enjoy. I t is considered 3/4 size they came in just before featherweights.
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