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03-16-2011, 11:58 AM

#41

QuiltNama

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She should be able to get between $150. to $400.

03-16-2011, 12:01 PM

#42

Plain Jane

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I'm talking to someone in VA who has one for $250, built in 1957. I might buy it sight unseen, because I don't know how I can get down to try it out.

03-16-2011, 12:02 PM

#43

abdconsultant

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I collect & restore & sell them. Tell her to start at $300.00.

03-16-2011, 12:32 PM

#44

leaha

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I paid $200. each for my 2 FWs #1 was all cleaned and oilded ready to sew, no case but lovely machine. #2 had been in a attic for over 20 some years, needs to be cleaned but does have a case, but had to get a new power cord for it. It will be going to my sister in Ga.

03-16-2011, 12:56 PM

#45

jaciqltznok

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Quote:

Originally Posted by MommyA

A friend asked me to find out what a 1934 Singer Featherweight with the case and attachments is worth. It had been her mother's and she would like to sell it. I believe someone offered her $200. Is this a reasonable price if it is in good condition? Another friend who deals a little in antiques told me it wasn't worth more than $50 because prices of antiques were down. Any advice would be much appreciated.

I have seen them go for up to $700 in great condition, good wiring, box, attatchments, etc.

03-16-2011, 02:17 PM

#46

duckydo

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$50 dollars would be just to buy it for parts and if it is just not in running condition. They are worth lots more that $50. even if antiques are down. Featherweights really aren't antiques(something 100 yrs old is considered a antique) but maybe collectibles

03-16-2011, 02:46 PM

#47

leepat

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I think the dealer did know about the price of Featherweight's and just wanted to make a good deal on it for themselves. The older the machine in good shape and with attachments the higher the price. Be careful in selling and get a good price. Pat

03-16-2011, 02:58 PM

#48

fairydawn

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DH got me one for Christmas and it is in perfect condition with case and attachments. He paid $250 for it. {1956}

03-16-2011, 03:08 PM

#49

Marilynsue

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I haven't seen any of them go in this area for less than $300-400.

03-16-2011, 03:11 PM

#50

Debbie C

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I frequent antique shops in Binghamton, NY during visits to my daughter and have seen featherweights complete up to $300. Here on Long Island, they can go as high as $400-450 in good condition.
I hope she doesn't 'give it away' !!