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hobbykat1955 01-29-2012 12:22 PM

Good deal...take it and run...I have 301 and 301A and I use them more then my newer machines...I also do better at FM on them. Make sure has bobbin case...I'm assuming it does if it's sewing.

Caroline S 01-29-2012 12:23 PM


Originally Posted by pinkberrykay (Post 4920749)
Short bed and she is a light mocha color (tan)

Hmmm Pinkberrykay. Didn't you just discover the wonders of stash. I warned you that vintage machines would be next. Good thing we have the Vintage Machine Board for our meetings. Ah, the addiction.:o

pinkberrykay 01-29-2012 12:29 PM

I have to wait til tomorrow to go back and look at it and test it out!! Ill get pictures!!!


I was thinking about getting a Featherweight 221 but I can always get that for my birthday and get this now!!!:thumbup:

DawnFurlong 01-30-2012 07:53 AM

Waiting to see if you like it! I see that the sewing machine guy that currently has my 15-91 for rewiring has a 301 and a 401 for sale. He takes in older Singers, Kenmore's - just certain machines, repairs/rewires/refurbs them as needed, then resells.

301a tan is listed for $229 (has been rewired)
401a is listed for $249, has original carrying case

Compared to other prices I see in my area and knowing that these machines have been serviced and are ready to go - and have a 90 day warranty, I think I will keep my eye on his machines. He said if I find a machine I am interested in, feel free to call him, he can look at them, give an opinion. He let me know that the thing to watch for in the 301s is that they have the bobbin case (those run about $50 otherwise), and also that the rotary hook isn't broken. I had read about the bobbin case elsewhere.

Can't wait to see your *new* machine! :cool:

pinkberrykay 01-30-2012 08:01 AM

I am headed out to look at this again and the 128 that I posted about. The 301a is at a dealer so it has been serviced and ready to go. Im also looking at getting a 221 so I may get that instead of of the 301. I can't make up my mind:rolleyes:


Originally Posted by DawnFurlong (Post 4925171)
Waiting to see if you like it! I see that the sewing machine guy that currently has my 15-91 for rewiring has a 301 and a 401 for sale. He takes in older Singers, Kenmore's - just certain machines, repairs/rewires/refurbs them as needed, then resells.

301a tan is listed for $229 (has been rewired)
401a is listed for $249, has original carrying case

Compared to other prices I see in my area and knowing that these machines have been serviced and are ready to go - and have a 90 day warranty, I think I will keep my eye on his machines. He said if I find a machine I am interested in, feel free to call him, he can look at them, give an opinion. He let me know that the thing to watch for in the 301s is that they have the bobbin case (those run about $50 otherwise), and also that the rotary hook isn't broken. I had read about the bobbin case elsewhere.

Can't wait to see your *new* machine! :cool:


Candace 01-30-2012 08:10 AM


Originally Posted by miriam (Post 4921078)
Hey, don't knock those little 99s - they are a fine little machine

It's NOT a 99 that she's considering. It's a 128.

Candace 01-30-2012 08:11 AM

If you want to do FMQ, then the 301 would be the better machine for you.


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