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Prices of older machines -
I have been watching e-bay and Craigslist for the asking price of older machines.
I think the sellers have caught on that there is value in some of these older machines and the asking prices are reflecting that.
(There are exceptions, but the model I am watching is a Singer 237)
I think the sellers have caught on that there is value in some of these older machines and the asking prices are reflecting that.
(There are exceptions, but the model I am watching is a Singer 237)
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Probably. I have been looking at a CD from a movie and was surprise on Amazon they dropped the price. eBay is a big garage sale. Buyers want bargains and the seller wants to get as much as possible for their item.
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Yeah, the 237 has been gaining in popularity over the last couple years due to its' stellar satin stitch and the fact that it can be treadled easily. I've noticed the increase in asking price for it every where.
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The Singer 237 is one of my favorite machines. Are there any other models that are comparable to the 237?
(I was not going to get infected with the machine collecting bug - but - - - - - I think I am starting to have some of the symptoms.)
(I was not going to get infected with the machine collecting bug - but - - - - - I think I am starting to have some of the symptoms.)
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The Singer 401/403 and 500/503 are well-built machines with zigzag and decorative stitches. A sewing machine mechanic that I know prefers these over the 237 because they can be adjusted in ways the 237 cannot. Others here can confirm or refute this; it's out of my realm.
The Kenmores with the 158 serial number prefix are Japanese-made, and they're excellent, solid machines. Their motors tend to have a bit more zip than the Singers. They're well worth $200 or more, but can often be found for a fraction of that price. I avoided Kenmore for years because I had a negative association with Sears. Now I'm a convert; the post-war, pre-plastic-gear Kennies are hard to beat.
The Kenmores with the 158 serial number prefix are Japanese-made, and they're excellent, solid machines. Their motors tend to have a bit more zip than the Singers. They're well worth $200 or more, but can often be found for a fraction of that price. I avoided Kenmore for years because I had a negative association with Sears. Now I'm a convert; the post-war, pre-plastic-gear Kennies are hard to beat.
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Used machine will alway very a lot in prices. Some want a lot for their stuff, others want a quick sale. Markeds vary a lot from place to place, and person to person. On ebay there have been the most out of proportion prices for years, as well as bargains. I like that though, someone who needs a good machine and can't afford to spend a lot, can get one with a bit of time and search. Those who can afford a bit more, can get a serviced vintage machine right away. I like the bargains though, half the fun is cleaning and fixing them up :- )
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Used machine will alway very a lot in prices. Some want a lot for their stuff, others want a quick sale. Markeds vary a lot from place to place, and person to person. On ebay there have been the most out of proportion prices for years, as well as bargains. I like that though, someone who needs a good machine and can't afford to spend a lot, can get one with a bit of time and search. Those who can afford a bit more, can get a serviced vintage machine right away. I like the bargains though, half the fun is cleaning and fixing them up :- )
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Best wishers on finding your dream machine!
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On the other hand, good machines in pristine condition for $40 are ridiculously cheap for what you're getting, and worth considerably more than the price they're asking for those clunkers you're finding on Craigslist. Keep looking, one will pop up eventually.
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