Originally Posted by Maura
I'm so fed up with modern sewing machines that I just bought a 201-2 off ebay a couple of days ago. I think I will also get a 301.
I bought a Singer 201-2 on ebay to place into the art deco cabinet Mom used when I was a kid. I learned to sew on that old Singer model & am so excited for my new/old baby to arrive. Mom traded it in for a newer model Singer & was never as happy with the new one. She is gone now, & in Mom's honor, this 201-2 will be named Lizzie. It does a beautiful straight stitch and has many attachment options that match my newer machine. I can live without my needle down & thread cutter to get the straight stitch that will go through my quilting, as well as my hubby's carharts without having to stop & replace broken needles. I'll keep my computerized Babylock, but I bet the Singer will become my workhorse.