Originally Posted by jljack
Originally Posted by MarieM
Hi folks, I made it to the thrift store yesterday and test drove both the Singer 301 and Necchi Alco 400 (not really vintage in my book). I told the owner I'd thread both machines, adjust the tension and make sure they both ran. The singer had some electrical issues and seemed a little sluggish, so I opted to leave that one at the store. The Necchi, that I wasn't really interested in was like a work horse. It was quiet, smooth, kinda like driving a luxury car, so I brought that one home. All that to get to the question: I want to get some cams for it, I've looked on E-Bay the sellers for the ones listed don't know which machine they are for. Are the cams for the Necchi interchangeable or are the specific to each model? I'd appreciate any information. Thanks in advance.
Marie M.
OOOOO!!! That 301 would have cleaned up really easily, and they are wonderful little machines. They are the next Featherweight, and if you can get one at less than $100 you should get it. IMHO :-)
I love the 301! I bought one for $30 because the seller didn't think it worked. Just took a cleaning and new bobbin case and she sews like a dream! Number three for me, all long beds! And all three are work-horses. I am always on the lookout for these machines!