Vintage Singer Sewing Machine Model 221

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Excellent condition, Singer Model 221-1. I don't know how to sew, but have plugged the machine in and everything seems to work perfectly, the motor runs very smooth, the belt is in good condition too. Beautiful scroll work on the front plate, this baby has been very well cared for and has seen minimal use. It needs to go to someone that can appreciate it and knows how to use it.Included in the sale are: Original Hard Shelled Case Original Owners Manual All the goodies you see in the pictures is some information I found about this model:The Singer Featherweight portable sewing machine is a model made by that company between 1933 and 1964. The machine (model 221), adapted from an earlier portable, the Standard SewHandy (which company was bought out by Singer) weighs about 11 pounds and has been found to be an ideal machine for quilters and other sewers to take to classes or "on location." Very quiet and sturdily made with all-metal parts (mostly aluminum), the Featherweight sews only straight stitches but it sews them very well. Even the oldest machines, if they've been cared for, still sew wonderfully. The Featherweight came in a standard black model made in the U.S. Those made before World War II (and apparently a few after the war) had an attractive "Egyptian Scrollwork" pattern on the faceplate, while most of those made after read more

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