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nanna-up-north 06-27-2012 06:19 AM

I bought myself a birthday present!!
 
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For the last few years, I've gotten myself my own birthday present. I don't have to worry about asking for something that cost too much from my kids or sounding too chimpsy. And I get whatever I want.... and never spend much money. Anyway, I bought 2 Singer sewing machines in pretty good condition and am happy as punch.

I had asked about the 101 in another thread and was really a little iffy about getting it. But, the seller wanted $35 for the 99K and $35 for the 101 but would sell both for $35. I couldn't pass that up. The 101 is missing the slide plate so if anyone has one to sell or would know where I could get one I like to find that. It sews well and has a happy, smooth sound.

The 99k's slide plate has a couple of bad places on it. And, the light is burned out. I haven't been able to get the bulb out yet but will get it, I'm sure. It's pretty big in the socket so it's going to take some effort. Then I have to find a new bulb.

I tested both of them at the seller's house and they both worked.... the 99K seemed to have an issue at first but was fine once the cord was straightened. I might have to do some re-wireing on the foot pedal. We'll see!

So here they are..... happy birthday to me!

ppquilter 06-27-2012 06:32 AM

Happy birthday to you is right! Nice pick on the vintage machines, just love them! :)

Charlee 06-27-2012 07:02 AM

Happy Birthday!! :) Nice gift!! :)

Neesie 06-27-2012 07:04 AM

Good looking machines!!! Happy Birthday, in deed! :thumbup:

happyquiltmom 06-27-2012 07:51 AM

Wow! a great deal, and it looks like the 99K has the centennial badge.

Happy birthday!

harrishs 06-27-2012 09:29 AM

Happy Birthday! What perfect presents!

I have bought slide plates off e-bay or google singer 101 parts-----

Liz92B 06-27-2012 09:37 AM

happy birthday indeed! you scored!!

AuntieD 06-27-2012 12:53 PM

Happy Birthday! Great gifts!!

Mitch's mom 06-27-2012 02:09 PM

Happy Birthday! Nice machines :) Have you tried pushing the bulb in and turning it? It may be a bayonet type bulb instead of a screw in bulb.

coloradosky 06-27-2012 03:48 PM

Happy birthday - love the 99!


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