I had real machine envy every time I saw someone's featherweight. My great aunt in Canada showed off her beautiful machine and the ladies in my quilting bee would bring theirs for piecing. Jealous!
Last night I searched "featherweight" on the Annapolis Craigslist and had a hit, which rarely happens. Turned out there was an estate sale listing for 4-16 (today!) with "Singer Featherweight Sewing Machine" listed as one of the items being sold. No other information.
I was intrigued. Took my breakfast/lunch hour to rush down there and arrive right at the beginning of the sale. When I saw the $195 price sticker on the nicely kept black carrying case, I knew she would be mine. She seemed to work and I wrote them a check. Score!
Haven't gotten to investigate her yet, but I'm taking her down to a LQS for a bit of help in identifying feet and the like. She doesn't have a manual but she comes with various feet, bobbins, and a few other things.
I think I'm going to name her Anise. Pictures to come eventually! I'm just so excited.