janiesews

Get it as long as you have the money-it is a jewel.

pieces

I'd pass, and spend the $50 on fabric. :lol:

sandpat

Yup, it would be coming home with me and I don't have room for even a scrap of fabric!

NorBanaquilts

Thanks everyone for your input. I just picked her up, so she's been rescued. I've named her Belle, and she's a little rusty, but oh so cute. I'm hoping that with a little TLC she'll work again.

katlady

PLEASE save this machine it is a treasure!!

gnewk

Yes!!! Lucky you!!☺

Tinabodina

I would if I had $50 extra. Adorable!

catrancher

Buy it and oil it. It should help the hard crank.

Lostn51

I am glad to here that you got it because these will always be going up in value. But remember this is a toy machine not the real thing so I would not try to put it to use making a quilt or anything. The machine is a Model 20 and was a very popular machine back in the day for little girls to get for their Christmas or Birthdays. It is a functioning machine and will chain stitch a pretty stitch. But because of the sheet metal parts used in the construction it would not do great for everyday use. But the needles are the same as the Model 24 and I might have a few laying around for it. They have been obsolete for quite a few years now but can still be found.

As far as the price you paid a good price for it, most of them I see go for over 100 dollars in good condition. I think you did really good and remember the toy machines have a dual collectability factor, and are very sought after.

Billy

quiltjoey

I bought one that is in a case and working condition. I paid $75 for it at the Community Thrift Store. It was worth the price to me. I think you will be glad you bought it!