Originally Posted by LAQUITA
In YOUR opinion why do you have a FW?
What is so 'special' about having one?
If I purchase one what should I look for?
Thanks again!
I like FWs because they were made to last. Fws were designed so that the home sewer can do the maintenance and minor repairs her/himself. They very rarely really need to go into the "shop". The Featherweight and I, by David McCallum is a really good book that explains most simple repairs. It is well worth the price.
The main thing that you should look for is rust. A machine with worn decals, pin marks and scratches can sew just as nice a stitch as a bright and shiny "perfect" one. The more perfection the more you should expect to pay. There are some fetures that are rare or unusual that can effect the price. Be sure to get an intruction book, either an original, a copy of an original or the little purple book. You will need one of these so that you will know how to maintain your baby.