What do you think? Singer Heavy Duty School Model Sewing Machines?
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There is a full page ad in the paper advertising Singer Heavy Duty School Model Sew & Serge Sewing Machines on sale at two locations for one day only for $149.
The ad says they are 2008 Singer machines with a metal hook (whatever that is) and are new in factory sealed cartons with 25 year limited warranty included. The description tells me that it does buttonholes, invisible blind hems, monograms, double seams, zippers, sews on buttons, darning, appliqué, zig-zag, basting, pin tucking, quilting.....just turn the dial to Sew Magic. Next it says that it has a professional serging stitch that allows you to sew a seam and serge the edge of the material in one operation. Sew & serge cutter that trims the fabric with purchase of machines. Humm?
And then it says that it is designed to sew all fabrics without pressure adjustments (lLevis, canvas, upholstery, nylon, stretch materials, silk, percale, organdy and leather).
This ad shows the Singer name, but does not say who made the machines or where they are made.
Tell me what you think. Is it a deal or a dud?
The ad says they are 2008 Singer machines with a metal hook (whatever that is) and are new in factory sealed cartons with 25 year limited warranty included. The description tells me that it does buttonholes, invisible blind hems, monograms, double seams, zippers, sews on buttons, darning, appliqué, zig-zag, basting, pin tucking, quilting.....just turn the dial to Sew Magic. Next it says that it has a professional serging stitch that allows you to sew a seam and serge the edge of the material in one operation. Sew & serge cutter that trims the fabric with purchase of machines. Humm?
And then it says that it is designed to sew all fabrics without pressure adjustments (lLevis, canvas, upholstery, nylon, stretch materials, silk, percale, organdy and leather).
This ad shows the Singer name, but does not say who made the machines or where they are made.
Tell me what you think. Is it a deal or a dud?
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Thank you Pocoellie. The price sounds so tempting, but it doesn't tell those important details of who made it and where it was made.
My machine is 35 years old so if I am going to replace it, I need to find something really great. Thanks so much.
My machine is 35 years old so if I am going to replace it, I need to find something really great. Thanks so much.
#7
Run the other way!! I bought the "teacher's" version (the "good one") for a whole lot more than my present machine. In the 2-1/2 years I ran the Singer, it was in the shop twice. The third time I just bought a new Sears machine, rather than throw good money after bad. When it was open, you could see that the "commercial quality" parts were just plastic. The one I had was made in Brazil.
The Sew & serge cutter is just a cheepie attachment that looks to rickety to be of any use.
The Sew & serge cutter is just a cheepie attachment that looks to rickety to be of any use.
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Originally Posted by sewwjudy
I just noticed that you mentioned Enid inyour post. My son and DIL live there, military, and I am planning on being there the end of August to see my new grand baby. Are you in the military?
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