Originally Posted by oldtnquiltinglady
I do love the FW acquisitions and accompanying stories. I myself have five and have given away two or three. My sisters and I are fixing one up that I was lucky enough to find on CL for $275. The case was a little "icky" but the machine is PERFECT (a 1934 that is clean and needed nothing to get it ready for sewing) LUV IT.....
That is one of the earliest, since they were first made in 1933. The 1934 is probably a rare find. Not too sure how many were made that year, but I think it's one I'd hold on to. That's why I love my 1939, as it is older than I am and still works. I, on the other hand, am retired. : :-D
Anyone needing or wanting a rolling tote for their FW? I got one for my 1939 Lilly this summer, and today got one for my soon-to be-mine 1945 Ethel Jane. Michaels has tolling yarn totes that are just the right size for the FW machines, and also have some storage for other things in their many pockets. They are $59.99, I think, but then with either a Michaels or Joann 40% coupon .....