Hello everyone, I am looking for an older Singer or similar all-metal machine. I am still fairly new to sewing and my very basic machine died on me. Hubby and I are tight on money so hoping to find a good used machine that will last and last. I heard the Singer models 301, 328, 401, 403, 500a, Slant-O-Matic, Rocketeer, etc are very good workhorse types. I am willing to pay for shipping and then some for the machine as well, but our budget is pretty limited. Thank you for your time.
Ashley

Ashley, I would suggest Ebay or Craig's list.

If you buy locally you can get a machine you listed in the $20-$100 range. Or put an ad in your local freecycle?

Thank you ladies! I have had no luck locally, tried thrift stores, Craigslist, freecycle, etc. I am looking on Ebay as well.

I purchased mine from a dealer more than 30 years ago. It was a trade-in. If you have any dealers in your area you might want to check with them.

good luck with your search

I would really like one of the models listed. I appreciate everyone's response :)

i have a 1951 403 and i love it. using it now. on ebay search for singer 403. there are usually some on there for sale. good luck. you will love this machine. it was my moms, now it is mine.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Vintage-Singer-S...item3cb4e839cb

here is one now selling outright for 175.00

http://cgi.ebay.com/Singer-403a-403-...item5642313ce4


This one selling for 199.00 great find I think...