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Is anyone familiar with a 1922 Singer Model 66? There is one on craiges list for $125 here where I live. It looks in great condition and the person says the cords are all in good shape.
I would like personal info from anyone that has used or owned this machine both good and bad.
I just looked again and the price has lowered to $110.
Here is the link.
http://rapidcity.craigslist.org/atq/3833365300.html
I personally do not have one that old ( mine is from the mid fifties) but I see on ebay they go for much more than they are asking if it where me i would see if I could test drive it and if it works I would jump on it
I agree, that one looks good, I would probably go for it....and test drive it first!
I sent a note to her telling her that I would like to take a look. I am excited. It will be that second machine that I would like, should be one that will sew heavy things and not very expensive.
Make sure the bobbin case is there! Take some fabric and thread and stitch with it. Also, $110 is a little high. I got my 1919 one at a garage sale for $20. It's in pristine condition also. If you want it, offer them $50 and go from there. I probably wouldn't pay more than $75 for it. Especially because it is in a plastic after market case. if it had the original bentwood carrying case or in a table, then $100 would be reasonable. Doesn't look like it comes with a manual, which you can download off the Internet or any of the accessories that would have come with it. Does look like it has a second slide plate in the little cubby on the right. Most of the time the prices on EBay are over inflated. To get a true picture of what they go for on eBay, do a search for closed or expired listings. They may not have sold for the asking price, if they sold at all. Any item is worth only what someone is willing to pay for it! :D
Well, it sure is pretty!
I totally agree! I have 3 or 4 Model 66 Singers and I have NEVER paid more than $40 for one. Make sure all is there and that it is working well . . .Quote:
Originally Posted by Auntpiggylpn
Thanks. I will be sure to sew with it and make sure all is working. Auntypiggylpn and Sandy do you like sewing on yours?
Oh yes! She sews through the thick layers that bog down my Janome. Pretty, straight stitches too!Quote:
Originally Posted by mom4him
I love mine, too!!
One more question, what are the bobbins and needles you use. I googled it but seems they bring up class 66 bobbins instead of bobbins for the singer 66.
It does take the Class 66 bobbins. Get the metal ones if you can. http://www.sew-classic.com/uploads/V...nd_Bobbins.pdfQuote:
Originally Posted by mom4him
Funny! I was more than a bit irritated with Google. LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by Auntpiggylpn
Thanks.
Here is a PDF owners manual that is free !!! http://www.a1sewingmachine.com/manuals/66.pdf
here is a good site for information. http://www.ismacs.net/singer_sewing_...g-machine.html
needle size is 15x1 which can be purchased here. This site also has lots of parts and accessories and the owners are very knowledgeable. They are always kind and helpful if you have any questions! http://shop.sew-classic.com/5-Needles_c42.htm