I have been thinking about this too. I would like to have a graduated needle plate on my 201-2 as well. I have a graduated feed plate on my 15-125 that I am going to try on my 1941 201-2. I will post when I have results. It might help you figure out if it is an older model thing, or just something about your specific machines. I have been considering buying a new plate for my 201-2.