Originally Posted by Debbie B
How big is that harp space? And can you lower the feed or does it have a plate? Does the 201 come in electric? Your machine is beautiful. I've only sewn on electric machines & have often wondered how hard or easy a treadle would be. Wish I had someone that I could watch sew on one of those old treadles. Thanks for the info.
The Singer 201 does come in either electric, treadle or hand crank. The throat/harp area is 8.25" wide. Yes, the feed dogs do lower for FMQ. See this first link for more specifics on what it does and how easily available parts are for it:
http://blog.sew-classic.com/2008/11/...ne-review.aspx
See this link for a quick history lesson on it, and learn why the 201 is purported to be Singer's "finest machine".
http://www.sewalot.com/singer_201k_sewalot.htm
Here's a pic of my Singer 201k (k means it's from Kilbowie, Scotland).
201k with cabinet open
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201k in parlor cabinet
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