Originally Posted by sewbizgirl

. . . Another 3/4 size portable you may want to check out is the Singer 185J. It's a small, cute green little portable that straight stitches. Those can still be found for $100 or less. I just watched one go on Ebay for $41!

Good luck in your quest for a vintage Singer!

Originally Posted by qltndog

Billy, you told someone that owned a FW not to use Liquid Gold on it but to use carnuba wax. I have seen waxes with carnuba wax but with other ingredients. What brand/name should I look for? Also, I have a 301A. Should I use Liquid Gold on that or the carnuba wax. Thanks
Joni

Originally Posted by BoJangles

LOL that's ok, most people think all old sewing machines are Singers anyway!

Nancy

Originally Posted by irishrose

Bojangles, is the Boye 20X1 a hard needle to find? Is it still in production? I told you I don't know anything. Thank you for all your help. Judy

I went to the site you gave. It looks like it's not an easy needle to find.

Originally Posted by MarieM

I just got a call from our local thrift store owner and she has a Necchi Alco, that was all she knew. I can't get there today and she is closed Sunday and Monday so I'll have to check it out on Tuesday. Do any of you have an experience w/the Alco model? What about price? Any help will be appreciated.

Thanks,
Marie M.

Originally Posted by sewbizgirl

. . . Another 3/4 size portable you may want to check out is the Singer 185J.

Originally Posted by Kitzone

Thought I'd share another project.... 1873 Singer Mother of Pearl - Handcrank. I need some patience or she's going to see Uncle Billy in Bikini Bottom :)

Judy

Originally Posted by Lostn51

Yes they are cute and fun to repaint, but they weigh a ton!!

Billy

Originally Posted by Lostn51

Megiuers is the brand that I use. Its a pure carnuba wax and nothing but. I would use it on the 301 also. Liquid Gold is my little secret for hiding the crazing of the older finishes and it shines them up really well.

Billy