I bought one at Goodwill and I love it. Its a great little machine. Here is a link to a free manual from Singer
http://www.singerco.com/uploads/download/451_99.pdf
I have bought parts like bobbins from Sew-Classic
http://shop.sew-classic.com/1-Sewing...e-Parts_c2.htm
We'd love to see a picture of your new machine. The case with yours sounds very interesting. Mine was in a plastic case.
Colleen