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[gowlerk 2,246]

Hi,
I've got a line on one of these, with a DC servo motor for $500.00. It's supposed to be very clean with little use. I'm wondering if anyone out there knows about these, and how large of a needle they will take. It sounds like it might be a good deal, but is there anything I need to look out for?

Ken

Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.

[freeflyz 0]

Get a 31-15 singer...

[gowlerk 2,246]

I thought about a 31-15, but I'd like reverse. Plus they aren't getting any younger ya know. I may just keep my Singer 201-3, it is a domestic model, but it can take a size 20 needle and it turns a nice line of stitches, and is very well built.

Ken

Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.

[spootch 0]

Your wifes gonna be pissed your messin with her machine GET YOUR OWN!

[gowlerk 2,246]

Not a wife type machine, Singer 201s haven't been made since the early 60's. Straight stitch, all gears, cast iron, ball bearings where most of the old domestics have bushings. 201s are a machinist's favorite, but only have domestic motors, not under table power.
Good machine, but I'm ready to move up.

Ken

Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.

[gowlerk 2,246]

I went to see it, not a servo motor, some kind of automatic controller that I don't understand. Thread trimmer that I don't need and too much money. Now I'm looking at an old Singer 96K-40 for $75.

Ken

Always remember the brave children who died defending your right to bear arms. Freedom is not free.