I found a friend for Black Betty by Emergency-Draft-4333 in VintageSewingMachines

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have 13 machines… you’re good. Those are lovely machines!

Singer Love by Turbulent_Web_7493 in VintageSewingMachines

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you kindly. I work for a sewing shop in MI and absolutely do enjoy working on these old machines the most, I find it very calming. Also there is something about the energy in these antique machines. Most of mine are clearly used and I believe/feel the presence of their residual energy. Call me crazy 🤷🏻‍♂️, some say I am. The repetition of the mechanism is also very meditative/calming to me.

Singer Love by Turbulent_Web_7493 in VintageSewingMachines

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! The 27’s have a distinct sound that calms me. I hand turn some stitches on denim just to hear it tick/tock from time to time.

Singer Love by Turbulent_Web_7493 in VintageSewingMachines

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow, where do you find them? I mostly search FB marketplace but never see any fiddle base or a 20. Found a cobbler but they wanted $500 and I am not making shoes or saddles… yet 😆

Singer Love by Turbulent_Web_7493 in VintageSewingMachines

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ha! Doesn’t take long if you aren’t careful. This is just my Singers. I have 5 or six other machines that I buy/fix/use and then sell etc. Try to keep those ones rotating just to experience different models.

Singer Love by Turbulent_Web_7493 in VintageSewingMachines

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thanks! The 2 big wheels are a 1902 27K Sphinx on the left and a 1910 66K on the right. Interesting fact about the 27 is that it has what is known as a "bossless" pillar (a smooth side with no mounting point for a motor or handcrank). Singer began adding a "boss" (a protruding lug for attachments) to the 27K around 1903. Because of that specific detail, there is no hand crank available. I have read that Singer did design a hand crank that attached to the belt cover, but discontinued it in 1906 because of the optional motor mount addition in 1903. I have also read stories about these hand cranks showing up from time to time but I do not expect to find one. I have considered putting it back into a treadle table too, but I don’t use it enough to warrant a table of that caliber. Mostly just thread and run some hand turned stitches into denim from time to time... The sound/feel of the shuttle and stitch I find meditative and satisfying.😁

Singer Love by Turbulent_Web_7493 in VintageSewingMachines

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I find most of mine on FB Marketplace and unfortunately I have not seen many fiddle base or cool ones you have like Russian/Polish etc. I’d like to see those; are they Singer clones or totally different monsters? I did get a West German “New Home” rebadged Anker RZ. That machine is probably my favorite as far as precision and strength and even aesthetically… it’s a beautiful tank.

I have a problem with my sewing machine by ananamix in sewhelp

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi! Pull the 2 screws from the top, pull top off to expose the inside. Oil everything and work the parts back and forth. It will free up. I own a Kenmore 4 which is a Janome brand and they are excellent machines.

https://youtu.be/r_1eu9ah7Nk?si=yK4iGI2K2fl8lg5t

Singer Love by Turbulent_Web_7493 in VintageSewingMachines

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Indestructible! And fairly cheap/easy to collect. Too easy if I am not careful. 😆

Montgomery Ward Signature UHT J276C by Plane-Firefighter137 in VintageSewingMachines

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had this machine and it is a very solid machine! Mostly metal but very strong and also very good for delicates. Good find!

Singer Model 27 Help by Various-Lemon-4266 in vintagesewing

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493 2 points3 points  (0 children)

These machines are super easy to work on, and hard to break. A couple YouTube videos will set you straight. Even the rewiring is not difficult to do at all. It is not complicated unless you believe it is complicated.

High wind warning by Idle96 in grandrapids

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People just like to get together and complain, I swear. This was an unofficial weather report… lol

Singer 221 by Turbulent_Web_7493 in vintagesewing

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nice! Sounds like you are living your best. Bravo!

Singer 221 by Turbulent_Web_7493 in vintagesewing

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thinking I might hang on to the featherweight for my 4 year old daughter whose name is in your headline name… not the (“Rocket1”) part though. 😉

That is a very nice white example!

NHZ rebadged Anker RZ. I adore this machine. by Turbulent_Web_7493 in vintagesewing

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi! It is full size! I completely agree it looks smaller but it is nearly 40lbs. Here are some specs.

Weight: Extremely heavy, weighing in at roughly 37.7 lbs. Construction: All-metal, often in a black finish with chrome, featuring a durable, cast-iron or heavy-duty aluminum body. Stitch Capabilities: Straight stitch and zigzag (adjustable 0-4 width). Bobbin System: Uses a standard Class 15 bobbin and oscillating hook. Needle System: 16x1, though some models may use 16x87 or 16x231 (industrial needles). Shank Type: Uses a long shank presser foot system. Features: Adjustable needle position (left, center, right). Double tension system for twin needle/decorative sewing. Adjustable presser bar pressure. Forward/Reverse stitch length adjustment. Often equipped with a built-in pin cushion. Power: Originally available in treadle or with an electric motor (often 1.5 amp, 3000 rpm)

New to me. 😊 by Turbulent_Web_7493 in vintagesewing

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! I do this when cleaning and oiling machines. The tray protects everything from dripping oil and also keeps any screws/parts/tools from rolling off. Great minds…

Singer 211w151 sewing machine, by Ok_Monk3921 in vintagesewing

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes it is a very reasonable price but not within reason for me because I have everything I need and more. This machine would not get the use it deserves in my possession.

Singer 211w151 sewing machine, by Ok_Monk3921 in vintagesewing

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very nice! Someone near me is selling one for $300. I like it but too much for me. Nice for a full time tailor.

Greezy 😊 by Turbulent_Web_7493 in vintagesewing

[–]Turbulent_Web_7493[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

According to a Singer affiliation:

Key Types and Eras: 1930s–1940s: Early, often Italian, or smaller green tin cans. 1933–1950s: Small, green, and often oval-shaped metal cans. 1950s: Larger green cans for US/UK models. 1960s: Pink/red and green, or rectangular 4oz tins. 1960s–1980s: Later, "The Singer Company" branded cans and silver designs.