DawnFurlong

Well, I decided against pursuing this further, though I read a lot on Singer 66 and 99 models - so more knowledge for me!! When I came across this - I was looking for a 201. I decided to stick with my original plan. Also, I decided that I would so much rather find something that I can go and see, and that if I am patient, the right machine will come along at the right price. But it was an enjoyable read this afternoon - and now I have an idea what the 66/99 look like (as compared to the 201-301 and 15-91), so will be better prepared in the future.

cabbagepatchkid

Check out this blog entry:

http://vssmb.blogspot.com/2011/07/vi...ingers_30.html

This is an awesome blog for anyone interested in vintage machines.

DawnFurlong

Thanks for the link! Wonderful reading, very helpful info to help in identifying different models.

jljack

Looks like a 66 to me, too. An early one.

miriam

Doesn't matter if it is a 66 or a 201 - they don't make them like that anymore... It will sew just about anything

thevintageseamstress

A 201 has a light on the front of the machine. That is a 66.

DawnFurlong

Almost sorry I let the seller know I was going to pass. Probably good I get my feet wet with the lovely15-91 I just acquired. Going to arrange a service call for her for a check up and to verify what will need replacing and how soon (wire-wise). There is someone in my area that services these machines (and others). They do housecalls, so I don't have to figure out how to get it out of the cabinet. I will be watching everything he does and asking lots of questions! Then I will feel more confident in the future with cleaning and doing a bit more on my own machines.

GrammaBabs

i used a 201 for my job in a yarn shop for years in the early 60's... the stitch regulator should be a lever that slides up and down... it's a super machine....

sewbizgirl

This is a 66. I have one and LOVE it... but mine is a treadle. These machines do not have a "reverse", just so you know. All they do is stitch forward-- beautifully.

Shelbie

It's not a 201 as I have one. I think sewbizgirl is correct and it is a 66. Just for your information, there are four slight variations of the 201. The 201-2 has the light at the front, a potted motor and is more common in the US while the 201-3 has a belt driven motor and the light at the back and is usually found in Canada.