Lyncat

They are pretty but are not great for sewing.

sjdal

If the ad hadn't said "replica" how would a novice know it was not a genuine Singer?

miriam

From the mid 1970’s what are often referred to as ‘Nostalgia’ model 15’s were made in Taiwan and then later in China. These were made to the same design as earlier machines with the traditional black cast iron bodies and with the RAF or Sphinx decals etc. They were even supplied in the old style bentwood cases or treadle tables.The machines built at the Singer factory in Taiwan were identified by the model No. 15NL, whilst the Chinese ones are model 15CH. Although these machine look like the originals, there are subtle differences and they have a poor reputation of being lower quality machines that tend to be very noisy in use.

http://www.singersewinginfo.co.uk/15/

Quote copied from the above link. More information for your memory bank.

mlmack

The feed drop knob on the bed is a good indication, as Singer machines didn't have them.

Caroline S

Absolutely. The decals always appear to be rather garish, they just don't look right.

costumegirl

That's what I was wondering - Thanks!! What a great group!!

csharp

On the top of the machines it just says Singer Mfg. Co. does not say THE SINGER MFG. CO. from the ones I've seen, some sellers do not know the difference either although they are really pretty machines.

Dottie Bug

Are the badges different, also I see the badge but cant reed it . I seen one at a yard sale for 165. it was so shinny and just didn't look like the older ones . so I passed , Iam glad I did now . DottieBug