ArchaicArcane

You're welcome! I'm glad it helps.

I've never had a properly inserted needle fall out of a machine. The only time they come out is if I'm having a "wimpy" day and don't tighten the needle clamp properly. I've used Organ, Schmetz and vintage Singer needles in my featherweights with no problems at all. Right now, I'm using the Organ Topstitch Titanium coated needles - the same ones that Superior sells but Organ branded instead of Superior branded. The only needles I recommend against is the cheap dollar store, etc needles. Seriously, if no one will put their name on the needles, I won't put them in my machines! I've had poor quality needles cause skipped stitches, shredded thread and all sorts of mayhem!