Kenmore 1914 and other Left Leaning needle machines
I have read online about the Kenmore 1914 being the best machine Kenmore ever made. Don't know if that is true, bit that is the word going round. Anyway, I had the opportunity of purchasing one locally from a lady that bought it new. It was put in a cabinet, and included every accessory it came with, including 30 cams, button hole maker, monogrammer and about 50 bobbins.
It is a pristine machine, and I am excited about it. The only problem I see with it is that it uses a "Left Leaning" needle. Which means the needle is left of the center of your feet, which makes it wider than 1/4". I am not sure if this is their ultra high shank or just a high shank, but I think it is the ultra.
I don't know if I will be able to purchase another foot that I can use for a 1/4" seam. Does anyone have any experience with these machines or any Kenmore with the ultra high shank, and if so, how did you handle piecing? (Short of piecing with a larger seam)