Originally Posted by Aurora
I take my Singer 301a, a little heavier than the Featherweight, has a carrying handle, and doesn't vibrate or jump around on the table, sews alot better than most of the newer machines. I have a Featherweight, but am not really crazy about.
I also take my 301. It has reverse and the feed dogs drop for FM. I have a walking foot, 1/4 inch foot and darning foot for FMQ. I LOVE it!!