Originally Posted by karenpatrick
I don't get it. Why are so many quilters in love with these old Singer machines? If I could afford it, I would want one of the new Janome or Pfaff embroidery machines.
Karen,
These machines make a perfect straight stitch and sew beautifully, with a nice smooth motion. All the parts are metal and that makes the machine virtually indestructable if oiled and greased regularly and kept clean.
Most need refurbishing because they have been stored and the oil and grease hardens, wiring can be frayed and need replacing, and lots of things can be dirty that need cleaning, but once done, the machines are awesome to sew on.
The machine has a large throat area (9") which makes it ideal for FMQ with the perfect straight stitch it makes. For just straight stitch sewing, such as piecing, they just can't be beat.
Diane