quiltedsunshine

That machine will take the regular Schmetz 130 705H needles that are easily available. If the needle is hitting the bobbin case, the timing could be off, and you will need to take it to the shop. First, make sure the needle is pushed all the way up.

Rodney

Annette I think the machine will take a standard needle in straight stitch or even narrow zigzag mode. My understanding is the needle will start hitting the bobbin case in the wider settings.
Some people have tried re-timing the machine to work with standard needles but from what I've read the results have been less than satisfactory.
Geraldine there is another thread in the vintage section id you haven't found it already. Kalamaquilts started it for you.
Rodney

Angel Bear

Welcome from OHIO!

Boston1954

Welcome from Oklahoma. Glad to have you here.

cookiemonster

Geraldine, Winnipeg has a MARATHON THREAD site, the receptionist who answers is Linda, French speaking, she is familiar with computers and various quilting/machine sewing. She would be of great help to you.. They have a 1-800 toll free if need further help..