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I would say a Singer 15-91, but I'd be referring to one I'd refurbished to make sure everything was up to snuff. While a well-tuned all-metal, vintage machine would surely be equal to the task, the problem in recommending a specific model is that it all depends on the condition it's in. I've received several 15-91s that, straight after the purchase, were in terrible shape and barely sewed. Another powered through everything like a tank with almost no adjustments.
Everything from the condition of the machine, the condition of its motor and even how its foot pedal is tuned will affect how the machine performs. My advice would be to buy a machine in person, not online, and test it out before buying to be sure it can do what you want it to do. |
Also coming into play is what else you want it to do? Heavy quilts? Will you want dropping feed dogs for fmq? Do you want it to handle heavy thread? Does it need to have decorative stitches ? Do you need Zig Zag? Does it have to have reverse ? I can think of numerous machines that fit one or more of those, very fit have all. What feed type? Needle, drop, walking foot, combination.
Make a list of the features you want, or have to have and we can suggest more closely. Dan |
Originally Posted by Vintage.Singers.NYC
(Post 5222139)
I would say a Singer 15-91, but I'd be referring to one I'd refurbished to make sure everything was up to snuff. While a well-tuned all-metal, vintage machine would surely be equal to the task, the problem in recommending a specific model is that it all depends on the condition it's in. I've received several 15-91s that, straight after the purchase, were in terrible shape and barely sewed. Another powered through everything like a tank with almost no adjustments.
Everything from the condition of the machine, the condition of its motor and even how its foot pedal is tuned will affect how the machine performs. My advice would be to buy a machine in person, not online, and test it out before buying to be sure it can do what you want it to do. |
THANK YOU for all the responses!!!
I have found the following for sale on Craigslist and would like to know if anyone can give me feedback on any of these specific machines. I plan to make several thick quilts, just because I like them thick and heavy... I will also like to make upholstery items, curtains, couch cover and canvas curtains for the patio... I don't have a work horse machine, but have always wanted one... I am finally ready to take the plunge and get one that I can use for years and years... Empire precision Necchi Jolson YM-7 White 764 Singer 285 Singer 301A Singer 327A Singer 348 Singer Stylist 413 Singer 417 Thank you VERY, VERY much!!! |
Heavy quilts - yes
dripping feed dogs for fmq - don't know what this is... heavy thread - probably for canvas curtains decorative stitches - not needed Zig Zag - helpful Reverse - VERY helpful Thanks!! |
Thank you Rain!
I am in California and not planning a NY trip... :) |
Thank you for the reply redmadder. I'm not familiar with New Home 556..
It's ok, if you have a good thing, brag about it!!! :) |
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tj6XaW-Wk98
Singer 285k |
http://www.singer301.com/
Singer 301 information |
Thanks Miriam!!! Very interesting... :)
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