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I have to admit i have never sewn on a FW, but other than looks, I much prefer the 301. Mine is light enough (16 pounds)to travel, but heavy enough to do any quilting job needed. AnnieRose pieces perfectly, as does a FW, but she also FMQs wonderfully. Even does the binding without a walking foot which surprised me. They are going up in price, so $100 isn't too bad.
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Originally Posted by janethagy
Seen this machine advertised on craigslist and the ad reads "Old School Singer Sewing Machine" Is this a Featherweight or not?? The front of the machine folds up like a Featherweight.. Is the featherweights the only machines that have the front to fold up. They are asking $100.00 for it, is that a good price??
I know someone will have the answer for me.. Thanks Janet |
That is the big sister to a featherweight. It's the 301 and comes with the case, a box of attachments and it looks like a buttonholer is in there too. In that case it is definitely worth $100.00.
Thus said it's up to you if you want to buy it or dream of a featherweight instead? Let us know what you decide. Kat |
That is a mocha 301 with a long bed and a case. GRAB IT!!!!
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Looks like my black Singer 301A. I just love mine and I can do the 'maintance' on her myself. Got mine for $100.00. Had case and attachments. Grab her if a good price!!
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Grab it. I would love a 301 longbed. $100 is a very good deal. Just make sure the bobbin case is there. Remember it threads from the right to left, with flat side of needle to the left.
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I just came down from sewing on my 1951 301 black shortbed and LOVE IT...I also have a two tone 301A in a cabinet and also LOVE IT....don't pass it up for that price or you'll regret it.
I have a vintage Singer repair man I go to and he highly recommends the 301's over the featherweights because they are gear driven not belt driven...and says..."don't yell at me ladies who own featherweights" They are better made and a better machine then the featherweights... 301 weight is 15-16lbs...has a carry handle and very light to transport. |
Originally Posted by hobbykat1955
I just came down from sewing on my 1951 301 black shortbed and LOVE IT...I also have a two tone 301A in a cabinet and also LOVE IT....don't pass it up for that price or you'll regret it.
I have a vintage Singer repair man I go to and he highly recommends the 301's over the featherweights because they are gear driven not belt driven...and says..."don't yell at me ladies who own featherweights" They are better made and a better machine then the featherweights... 301 weight is 15-16lbs...has a carry handle and very light to transport. I used to use my grandmother's Featherweight almost exclusively and I haven't touched it since I bought the 301. I have given both of my other girls good 'baths' and have tucked them away. I will definently pull Freila out when I need to travel next month, but I don't see me using her before then. Sorry Mammaw. |
no-it sure is not a feather weight.
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Originally Posted by janethagy
Seen this machine advertised on craigslist and the ad reads "Old School Singer Sewing Machine" Is this a Featherweight or not?? The front of the machine folds up like a Featherweight.. Is the featherweights the only machines that have the front to fold up. They are asking $100.00 for it, is that a good price??
I know someone will have the answer for me.. Thanks Janet Billy |
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