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
Depending on the price, how about jsut using it for a prop if it's too expensive to clean and repair?