Originally Posted by miriam (Post 5982919)

You have to watch out for the Singer 306s people have re-timed. They take the same disks as the 319 without the top levers. They seem to be a good solid machine. I also have a Singer 206 - it just does zz but it is a good solid machine, too. Those all take the same needles. Organ and Schmetz make needles that size - shop a bargain - send a link out if you find a deal.

Originally Posted by Glenn (Post 5983027)

Many people have tried to retime these machines to take a 15X1 instead of the required 206X13 needle which is shorter. If you use a 15X1 it will damage the bobbin case. Make sure you look at the bobbin case for any needle damage. You can replace the case but not cheap

Originally Posted by miriam (Post 5983403)

Those Singer 306, 206 and 319 can be put on a treadle - they will not hand crank. Bobbin cases are available through Sew-classic.

Originally Posted by miriam (Post 5983795)

http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/atq/3727124637.html
lots of money for one with something that sets kind of whopperjaw...

Originally Posted by ArchaicArcane (Post 5984322)

Might be the pic,... looks like the whole house is sliding into the swamp.

Originally Posted by QuiltFaerie (Post 5985111)

Will Trade for a KitchenAid Mixer.

http://detroit.craigslist.org/mcb/hsh/3728305933.html

1906 Singer Sewing Machine W/ Cabinet
Good Condition
Looking to trade for a KitchenAid Stand Mixer. It need not be new, just working and have the 3 most common attachments. (Whisk, Flat Beater, & Dough hook.)