Every once in a while I peruse EBay and Craigslist for Singer machines. I want the Singer 221, but the featherweight seems like a hot item which drives up the price. I saw a vintage machine on craigslist which was listed by a newish thrift store in a nearby town for $40, so I thought it wouldn't hurt to check it out. I had no model number to go off of, just a picture.
...and she came home with me!
Don't you live my backdrop of boxes? The cabinet is in great shape. Turns out she is a working Singer 99. It was from an estate sale. The seller told me it was open and in use around the time the owner passed. Just the kind of machine I was looking for.
I can't wait to try it out!
What a sweet machine! You scored for sure. I think Connie (FreeMotion by the River) has two 99's, so if you have trouble or questions, she could help you out.
ReplyDeleteThat cabinet is sweet! Good deal.
ReplyDeleteI recently inherited a 99K from my FIL and can't wait to start playing with her! She's a beauty and very clean, but I don't think she's been sewed on in a very long time.
ReplyDeleteGot a 99 a few months ago, and love sewing on it. Enjoy!
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