Originally Posted by
Mariposa
I use my Featherweight--weighing about 11 lbs. The 301A is another idea. Weighs 16 lbs. and has a carrying handle built in the machine. It is a slant shank.
Both machines are mechanical, and you can do servicing yourself.
I have both of those machines and take them to retreats and classes interchangeably!
Love my vintage machines.....