Would you buy a 1935 Singer model 99?

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05-12-2011, 08:08 PM

#51

auntiehenno

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Does it work?

05-12-2011, 08:19 PM

#52

Bluelady

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Looks like it would need all new electrical cords. I personally wouldn't get it because I would have to pay to send it out to get it brought up to snuff.

05-13-2011, 03:18 AM

#53

purplefiend

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Quote:

Originally Posted by nemosmom

Wondering where you got the plexi-glass piece that is on there. I would love to have something like that for my daughter.

I got it from this website.

http://www.houstonstmercantile.com/seams-perfect.aspx

Sharon

05-13-2011, 04:56 PM

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rob529

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Originally Posted by cindit

I have read about the Singer Featherweights on this board and, of course, you people make me want one!! I found one on our local craigslist for $65. I researched the serial number and it was built in New Jersey in 1935, but the model number is 99, not 221. Would you buy it?
Here is the listing.

http://desmoines.craigslist.org/atq/2334162437.html

Beautiful but not a featherweight.
Robin in TX

05-14-2011, 09:07 AM

#55

Louise721

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GRAB IT! You can't go wrong with this machine, even if it needs some work done. I've got one and would never part with it. Mary

05-14-2011, 05:46 PM

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nemosmom

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Thank you!

05-15-2011, 08:21 PM

#57

gramalama9

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My 99 was bought in 1954 and I would never part with it. It saw me thro 5 kids....taught my daughters and granddaughters how to sew on it, and am now teaching my 10 year old neighbor. Kids love this machine...it's easy, won't run away with them, and simple to thread.
I have a modern Viking, but still use the 99 for certain things...like buttonholes....absolutely perfect~!