The FW or Featherweight is the greatest machine I have ever sewn on. I have an $1800 Janome computerized (which I loved), and several other machines but always come back to my Lil' FW. I have 30 sewing machines that I have collected over the years and the only machine that comes close to the FW is my 301. I do a lot of FMQ on the FW. The FW and 301 are very similar construction but the 301 is a little larger and weighs a little more. The 301 is often referred to as the Big Sister of the FW. I got my 1st FW 2 years ago and haven't quit using it yet. I just love it.
Originally Posted by Ms Elaine Va
What is a FW. Is it the little portable Singer? Why would you ever want to go back to that after using the computerized models?
Of course, I've never used one so maybe just don't know what I'm missing.