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Old 01-27-2016, 11:16 AM
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was gifted a machine. I know from the name plate it is made in Japan. called a Standard. model H 74176 It also says it is a Delux Family Sewing Machine. It sews well, and would make a good go to machine , heavy as heck, but is in fair condition. Is it worth saving?

thanks for any info, and how can I find out more about this?
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Old 01-27-2016, 12:56 PM
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if it sews it is worth saving... imo
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Old 01-27-2016, 01:14 PM
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The number you gave is most likely the serial number not the model number. Pictures would help us try to identify it and give you some info. Japanese machines often had badged names on them for whatever distributor or store was selling them. like Steve said, if it sews it's worth saving.

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Old 01-28-2016, 07:27 AM
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The enabler in me says of course it's worth saving. I echo Steve's statement.
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Old 01-28-2016, 03:56 PM
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Seems 99 per cent of machines are worth saving. Steve is correct. If it sews, that's all that matters.
If it fixes the ripped seat of your britches one time, then it has earned its keep right?
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Old 01-28-2016, 05:08 PM
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I say "Yes, keep it." I have a 1959 Singer Slant-A-Matic 401A machine. It, too, is heavy. But then it stays put until I transport it is a sewing machine center for a good clean out. I love my machine; hubby and I bought it brand new from a Singer Sewing Center. If your machine sews well, it's well worth keeping. Take care of the machine, oiling it every six months or so. Try to find an owner's manual on it (I'd try the Internet first). Happy quilting and God bless you.
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Old 01-28-2016, 06:36 PM
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If you're using the machine, oil more often than every 6 months or so. Most manuals recommend to oil after every 8 hours of use.
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I am with it is worth keeping if it sews, that is why we have them, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. Sounds like a good machine, pet it and sew on it.
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