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Old 04-11-2013, 04:48 AM
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I found a featherweight. Seller said only problem is a loose plug. I have a feeling that will prevent me from testing how it sows. If so, should I buy it anyway? What else do I look for?
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Old 04-11-2013, 06:13 AM
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Not sure if you can not try her out. Be sure bobbin case is there. Beautiful machine.
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Old 04-11-2013, 06:33 AM
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couldn't you put some electrical tape on the plug temporarily? This way you could still test the machine.
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Is the plug loose in the wall or the machine....can you borrow someone's cord to try it out? Does the seller have another one that you could try with that cord?
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Depending on how much he wants for it. I would make sure that I could test it out, and if you can't he needs to drop the price. They have been going on ebay for as little as 175.00 to over 500.00. If I couldn't try it out I would still pay 100.00.
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It looks like a nice machine, you can get a new foot control and cord, depends on price and if you want one bad enough, :-)
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He's asking $150.00 for it. I'm sure he doesn't have another....he doesn't see too knowledgeable about it, not that I'm much better. I' going there tomorrow.
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Looks good to me.
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Old 04-11-2013, 08:37 AM
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Get it while you can. The cord is easily replaced whether you order online or from a 'real' store. You get the accessories and case too.

Featherweights are easily maintained and even though you would want a FW type tech to go over it first to check for timing, you can then do all the upkeep yourself.

Lucky you.
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Definitely get it. You can purchase any and all parts for the featherweight if you need to.
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