Thank you for your response. I’ve thought about packing up the 401a; I think part of the issue is pure laziness (I’ve usually got it set up in my dining room and I love the idea of having a dedicated travel machine that I could have packed and ready to go).
Ignorance is probably part of it — although I’m not overly concerned about weight, I assumed portable machines would be smaller and take up less room on a table. (Not a big deal - but some of the places I’d take it are pretty cramped.). I also hoped to get a machine with a carrying case.
I’m not familiar with Featherweights — are they all alike, or is there a particular model or production year I should look for?
Thanks again.
Originally Posted by
cashs_mom
As far as portability goes, a featherweight would probably be your best option. They're light and easy to carry. A 301 would be my next choice. Is there a reason, you don't want to use your 401? I've used my 301a to take to classes and sew ins, and it works fine. Not too heavy and a good size to fit in the car. I wouldn't worry too much about the feet. I've seen them at estate and garage sales really cheap. There are also some reproduction ones. I have only used one of the reproductions and it worked well.