Originally Posted by Sadiemae
Originally Posted by bearisgray
You might also consider some of the "older" singers that have a zigzag stitch - once in a while one can get lucky and get one that sews well quite inexpensively.
Check it out before bringing it home, though.
I would check into this also, because they are built so sturdy. I still have the first one I bought(used for $75) and I keep it because it will sew things these new machines grumble at. I saw one advertised the other day for $100 and I bought mine about 30 years ago.
If possible, ask a sewing machine repair person (preferably an experienced, older, independent one) which of the older singers would be a good choice. There are some tan ones from the 1950s-1960s that I think are pretty good.
I think Singer went through a transition period when they misplaced their wonderful sturdiness and quality.