Originally Posted by Lindybug
Mine is a 1946 model 221. I love it! I use it for all of my piecing.
I would love to try an older machine.
How do they compare to modern machines without a walking foot attachment?
Is there much movement of the top layer of fabric out of sync with the bottom as it sews?
I use a walking foot all the time so I rarely have to pin.[/quote]
They sew just beautifully! The prettiest, straightest stitch you can get. I haven't used a walking foot on mine. I pin, but only a few (ends and middle except for doing borders). I haven't had any issues with the fabric moving too much.