All I know about it is that is has 'SEAMSTRESS' on the arm and it was made by the National Sewingmachine Company. I know how to fill the long bobbin, but haven't a clue how to thread the machine. When the cord is plugged in and the machine turned on, the needle does go up and down just fine, but need to know how to thread it before I can see how the stitches are. I can not find either a picture of one like it, nor any place that has a booklet that tells how to take care of it. Sure do love the looks of it. I'd like to paint the case, but is seems to be paper covered wood - a very sturdy case.