Originally Posted by Lostn51
That is a really nice machine but it is from the 70's or early 80's. as far as the pedal it sounds like it is on its way out or it was replaced with one that is not set up to be variable speed.
Billy
Thank you so much for taking the time to reply, it is a lovely machine, I bought it for £50 year before last and love it. It seems you have put your finger right on the button as it didn't used to be as fierce as this and on checking the foot some of the screws look a bit rusty, the name of the foot is "Merrit" not Singer as I would expect.
I am very fortunate in having a lovely Man about 5 miles away who is a Vintage Machine specialist, he renovates and repairs machines from all over Wales and beyond, I will give him a call tomorrow to get a replacement for me.
Thanks again Billy.