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Antique Singer 221 Featherweight

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1955-59 Black Singer Featherweight Model 221 Sewing Machine (AM153231)   The Featherweight is the quilter's favorite, and once you have used one of these vintage sewing machines you will know what all the excitement is about.  Many 221's have seen a lot of use as they were passed from Mother to Daughter, but this example is in outstanding condition, both cosmetically  and mechanically, and looks to have seen only moderate and gentle use.  This machine is a deep rich shiny black color and there is very minimal wear to the gold decals.  The case is just as nice as the machine.  Included are the Featherweight sewing accessories, still in their original box.  The machine runs strong and sews a beautiful stitch.  This is one you will be just as proud to display and show off as you will be to sew on!      SOLD!   

 

Super 1938 Singer Featherweight 221 Sewing Machine with Original FW Card Table PLUS Special Accessory Case   This example truly deserves the name "The Perfect Portable"!  If you have been waiting for that special example, this may just be it.  This 1938 (serial number AF085194) Singer sewing machine model 221 is an absolute beauty.  It has been extremely well cared for over the past 60-plus years and was purchased from the original owner complete with its card table and with the most complete set of accessories I have ever seen.  The machine itself has been cleaned and oiled and is ready to continue with many more years of service.  There are just a few very minor pin marks on the bed, and just the very slightest evidence of wear to the gold design.  It features the early scrollwork faceplate. The carrying case is in very good condition with just minimal scuffing on the edges and to the leather handle, and a bit of fray to the edges of the fabric covering on the bottom.  It is not musty or the least bit odoriferous.  The top tray is loaded with the typical accessories which I have pictured, and the original instruction booklet is very nice, although the cover has become separated at the spine.  The Featherweight card table that came with this machine is the model that is trimmed in brown paint and with steel legs.  It is in very sturdy condition and the good news is that the insert is present.  The only apology is that one of the two cross brackets that support the bottom of machine is missing, along with the two retaining bolts.  The face of the table has a very minor amount of scuffing which would detail up a bit with some polish, but I will leave this to the discretion of the new owner.  The best part of all is the absolutely fabulous accessory case that is part of this special package.  Covered with the same black "leatherette" fabric as the sewing machine case, this fitted, compartmentalized accessory case is filled to the brim with all of those hard-to-find Singer goodies that avid quilters and seamstresses could spend a lifetime trying to find one by one.  These include the hand-operated pinking machine with clamp, instructions and an extra wheel, the buttonholer with instructions, the hemstitcher and picot edger with special throat plate and instructions, the zigzag attachment with instructions, the seam ripper and needle threader in envelope with instructions, the Simanco clamp-on material gripper and more, all pictured.  The handle of this accessory case needs to be re-stitched but the case itself is excellent.  And for a little more icing on the cake, the original cardboard boxes for 5 of these accessories were also lovingly saved and are included!  This is truly an exceptional set, perfect for the Featherweight Fanatic who wants something out of the ordinary.  They certainly don't come around like this very often!    SOLD  

 

Rare Tan Singer Featherweight Sewing Machine   You most often see them in black. You occasionally see them in white. But this one is the very-seldom-seen Made in Canada Model 221J Tan Singer Featherweight! This machine is a wonderful variation, similar in color to the smooth beige finish of Singer's 1950's SewHandy toy sewing machines. The serial number is JE157481. This machine was well taken care of and appears to have seen little use. The paint is near 100% and there are no major scratches through the finish. Unlike the paper stick-on Singer logo tags that were used on the white FW's, these tan models have a metal Singer trademark tag. The foot pedal and the cord are nice with no cracks and no deterioration. The motor clearly says it is set up for 110-120V, and it runs like a champ. The machine has been cleaned and oiled and is ready to sew.  The original 8 1/2" x 11"  instruction manual that came with this machine is present.  The matching case for this machine is sturdy and in good overall condition with minor edge scuffs and  a few wear spots on the exterior.  The hinges, latches and handle are in good shape and the case does not have that musty smell that so many of these Featherweights seem to suffer from.  The previous owner of this machine was so proud of it that she marked it with her name on the outside of the top, and when it was handed down to the next owner (presumably her daughter), she too marked it with her name, this time on the interior of the lid.  I have removed most of the name markings and what does remain of the lettering does not detract---in fact you could say it is a document of the machine's pedigree.  This hard-to-find Featherweight variation would make a wonderful gift for your wife, you daughter, your granddaughter, or even better for yourself, as the interest in these rare machines spans generations.  Due to their scarcity relative to the black models, these tan variation machines deserve a prominent position spot in any Featherweight collection, and this machine is sure to be a hit whether you use it or display it.     SOLD  

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