This is what I may pick up, would you???
#1
Have a chance to buy this 1900 Model 27 Singer. The motor and light work but need a little work on getting the wheel and needle to turn. Going to take it in and see how much it costs to repair. Since it's 1900 - 110 years old, probably not too many parts available, so we'll see.
Would you buy this? or should I let it pass and look for a featherweight
Would you buy this? or should I let it pass and look for a featherweight
#2
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Originally Posted by Joselake
Have a chance to buy this 1900 Model 27 Singer. The motor and light work but need a little work on getting the wheel and needle to turn. Going to take it in and see how much it costs to repair. Since it's 1900 - 110 years old, probably not too many parts available, so we'll see.
Would you buy this? or should I let it pass and look for a featherweight
Would you buy this? or should I let it pass and look for a featherweight
#6
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Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: North Dakota
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I bought one on EBAY for $49 pus shipping - took it in to my repairman and he replaced the foot feet/cord for $25, cleaned her all up and I also bought 3 shuttles for her and the total bill was $97 including the foot pedal. Runs like a charm. I bought her because it was made in the year my Grandma was born. I just need to get my addition on the house that DH keeps telling me he is going to do so I have all my machines in one place and have a regular sewing studio. when I retire- if I can afford to retire -- I plan on sewing the rest of my life away.
#8
I have one just like that. I bought mine at goodwill in the treadle stand cabinet. My dad went over her with a fine tooth comb, cleaned her all up and she works great. My dad is 84 and didn't need to buy anything, just oiled and cleaned.
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