Is this a 201?
#1
Is this a 201?
Trying to identify Singer machines.
Is this one a 201? It looks like the tension dial is in the front - but I do not know which other machines have the tension dial in the front. I know 15-91's are on the side, and 301s look more boxy.
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Is this one a 201? It looks like the tension dial is in the front - but I do not know which other machines have the tension dial in the front. I know 15-91's are on the side, and 301s look more boxy.
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#3
I am looking at pictures of 201's - and I think they have a lever and dial for the stitch length choices. This one looks like it only has a knob. It is on Craig's list for $45 (in a city I don't live in - but my parents do - and only about 5 miles from the seller!!). The seller indicates it is a circa 1930's machine. Wish they would post better pictures. Don't think they know anything about the machine. They just want it gone!
I am currently obsessed with these vintage machines!!! I never would have thought this of me. I keep telling myself - you just acquired a 15-91, be happy with that (and I am very happy!). But that said, in all of my researching I have also determined that I would also like to get a 201 model as well. So keeping my eyes out for a really good deal. Not so afraid to purchase one that needs some work, re-wiring, etc.
Would prefer to wait a bit before purchasing another sewing machine (even if only $45) - but deals come when they come.
I am currently obsessed with these vintage machines!!! I never would have thought this of me. I keep telling myself - you just acquired a 15-91, be happy with that (and I am very happy!). But that said, in all of my researching I have also determined that I would also like to get a 201 model as well. So keeping my eyes out for a really good deal. Not so afraid to purchase one that needs some work, re-wiring, etc.
Would prefer to wait a bit before purchasing another sewing machine (even if only $45) - but deals come when they come.
#4
uh oh.. look who caught the bug! I'm not great at identifying the machines... but here's what I noticed. The machine is smaller than the hole in the table... so it's either a 3/4 machine in a full size cabinet (a 99 maybe), or it's a kenmore cabinet, or of course I could be half blind and crazy
#5
Machine is still available. I do ultimately want a 201. Know nothing about a 99. But if I offered $25 and to have it out of this person's hands TODAY (the add said they wanted it gone today - and the add was posted a few days ago) - worth it to me I think to just be surprised!
#8
Yes, having the serial number will definately enable us to look up the model of the machine, which I agree looks like an early 99... (Keeping in mind, of course, that I've been wrong in the past, and most likely won't change that behavior! )
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