Tell him if he breaks it
you will use the nails
in his new coffin.
J J

She's BEAUTIFUL! Now, I think she needs an appropriate name.

That is beyond beautiful! I am so envious. Enjoy.

Pictures please! This is so exciting.

My grandmother had one like yours and on hers the key turned counter clockwise. You may have to push the top down a tad when turning the key because over time the wood shifts and make the lock a bit harder to undue.

I used the key from the freebee little jewelry box that Lane used to give away to graduating senior girls.

Januari

Beautiful machine!

The Mechanism may be stuck. Whether or not it is, a little WD 40 would loosen it, then your "found something that fits" might turn. Try both ways.

Oh My Gosh! What a Beauty! That is just so beautiful! Aren't you a lucky quilter!

Hello Mamagus,

You lucky cake. What a fantastic machine. Yes, it's definitely a 128K, manufactured in Scotland, and it's so similar to mine. Click on this link http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-130994-11.htm Looking at the serial numbers, yours came off the production line 4851 machines after mine.

If you need help with threading, adjusting the tension or oiling and cleaning, watch my Youtube videos. Go to my profile and you will find the link there.

And don't even think of putting a motor on it, otherwise I will come straight round your place and kidnap the machine in the interests of its own safety. Distance no object.

This is the lady you need to contact for a key. http://www.helenhowes-sewingmachines.co.uk/locks.html In the meantime, use a small flat screwdriver.

Also, if you get in touch with Helen, splash out an extra £1.50 and get yourself a hold-down. It looks as though yours is missing.

Now I need to stop gazing at your gorgeous machine and go to bed.... Good night!

Maybe a little drill bit?

Run....pond...duster! I have the coolest mental picture, LOL!! :D

I have one of these, too, but need a little slave to stand there and turn the crank.....and as I have no curious little grands around....sigh.

Mine has been locked closed for years, not even sure how it happened as I *have* had it open.

Jan in VA

OMGoodness, I got one of those too, :) :) :)

I have three of those , they are called dometops, I do not have but one key, before I got the one with the key a small screwdriver inserted into the hole and turned just like a key and it will open, the key thingy is just a turn lock very easy to open, I have had one of those machines for many years, back in polyster days, it did not go backwards and has the long shuttle bobbin, I made a lot of clothes on it , western shirts, like the little eveready bunny it never quits,

[le]ft [o]pens - [ri]ght [lo]cks = leo-rilo
Maybe I can remember that!

Jan in VA

Perhaps they are not there all the time. We went as part of a special tour for a conference. I have found that sometimes "extras" are included to impress the group being entertained. I hesitate to have one go to the expense of travel only to find that one little ol' machine on display again for the public viewing. Better wait until someone who went recently responds.

I have one that is like yours and my key is missing. I use a small screwdriver to open mine. it works just fine. i use my machine all the time and I never have any problems getting it unlocked.

just remember, righty/tighty, lefty/loosey. will that work for you. so to open it, lefty. maybe......


SHE IS BEAUTIFUL. KEPT READING ....

What a great looking Singer! Congratulations!

My son has always been a car guy. He can get into any car and repair most of them. When he was 13 I bought an old BMW at a junk yard and gave it to him. He bought a $15 manual, repaired it, and sold it for $500.

Because he could break into anything, my son-in-law always called him "My Brother-in-law the Car Thief."

Did you notice their is no numbers on the tension...only a screw you turn. I have a 1935 Feather Weight and the tension is just like that. You certainly have a beauty. Enjoy!!!

I don't mean to be "starting something" but it's too bad you had an unpleasant experience. I'm sorry for your situation and I pray for your son, but....Please don't bash the public schools. I gave my life for 33 years to the public education of kids from all kinds of homes and families. I know you probably said that in jest. They learn a lot at home watching TV and using the computer, too. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. In my career I've taught future college professors, accountants, successful farmers, teachers, moms and dads, rapists, alcoholics, murderers, and the list goes on.

I've already seen those keys at antique shops and flea markets.

OMG!!!!

Gorgeous!!!

That's a nice looking Singer. Do you have any idea of it's age?

WOW!!!!!! what a great find!!! :thumbup:

She's georgous. I have her twin sister (I call her the cranky girl) Was able to interest sons in sewing by "allowing" them to "be the engine" when we lived in Alaska. They cranked (while making engine noises) I sewed. Hope your beauty makes you as happy as mine does.

You have scored but how many brews did it take just kidding I see the Canadian? on the table!

I was always taught "Lefty loosey, Righty tighty"

Easy to remember and always works!

I have a dome top machine that I received after an aunt passed. Nobody else wanted it so (lucky me) I got it!! Mine is a bit newer and is missing the knee lever that actuates the motor. Anyone know where I might find one of those?

My husband is a lock smith. He says try a skeleton Key. that should do it.

we need pictures of your gift

I love vintage Singer sewing machines! How fortunate for you! A hand crank and everything! Anxious to hear how she runs! Good luck!

Hey Birdog, I use the screwdriver too, My machine still works great , Treat her with love and she will outlast all of us,I plan on using mine for another 30 years, that will make me 107, I have way to many pieces of original 30's material that I want to use up , I have 14 quilts waiting for me cut out and make, castle wall, dresden plate, double z, snails trail ,and many more, even have the old original paper templates to use if I so desire,guess I am just an old traditionalist, I enjoy turn under applique too, :lol:

There should be a little key with a square end that you can use to open it. If you don't have one, see if you can find an allen wrench of the correct size to open it. If that doesn't work, you might have to see if you can get the hinges off so open it the first time. Do NOT wreck the case! Check online tosee if you can get a key from someone.

You need a key. I have one I would let you use!

WOW!!!!!!! That is a keeper. Do you have a name for her yet?

check with your local sewing machine repair shop they may have a key in their junk drawer or have a way to pop the lock for you

yea!!!

Had to laugh!

Have you looked under the case to see if there is a key stuck there with something. >
Just a stab in the dark.